Former Somerset Primary School Site Approved for New Homes and Offices Thursday, May 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater redevelopment housing affordablehomes planning environment flooding canal infrastructure The former Somerset Bridge Primary School site in Bridgwater is set to be transformed into a new development comprising homes and office space, following a recent approval by Somerset Council’s planning committee north. … Read More
Fight launched to stop 190 homes being built in flood zone Thursday, May 22, 2025 flooding planning development housing yatton floodzone localplan northsomerset appeal persimmon North Somerset Council has taken its fight to the High Court in a bid to overturn a planning inspector’s decision allowing the construction of 190 homes on flood-prone land in Yatton. The contested site lies within flood zone … Read More
Somerset Village to Expand with 350 New Homes Amid Flooding and Traffic Concerns Wednesday, May 21, 2025 williton somerset housing development flooding traffic renewableenergy planning lovellhomes a39 A major housing development is underway in the Somerset village of Williton, with plans approved for 350 new homes despite ongoing concerns about flooding, traffic congestion, and renewable energy use. The Wyndham Estate … Read More
Dramatic Burst Water Main Sends Water 100 Feet Into the Air in Gloucester Wednesday, May 14, 2025 watermain burst gloucester flooding damage severntrent emergency matson debris repair A burst water main in Gloucester’s Matson area has unleashed a massive fountain of water, shooting hundreds of thousands of litres up to 100 feet into the air. The sheer force of the water eruption has torn apart the ground, … Read More
Severe Thunderstorm and Flash Flood Warning Issued for Somerset and Surrounding Regions Monday, May 12, 2025 thunderstorm flooding metoffice somerset rainfall flashflood weatherwarning southwest travel lightning The Met Office has issued a thunderstorm warning for the South West of England, highlighting risks of flash flooding, lightning strikes, and power outages. After a spell of warm and sunny weather, a significant change is … Read More
Martin Clunes Criticizes 'Hippie' Neighbours Claiming Traveller Status Amid Planning Dispute Saturday, May 10, 2025 martinclunes travellers planningdispute dorset newage nomadiclifestyle landrights flooding neighbourdispute legalbattle Martin Clunes, best known for his roles in “Doc Martin” and “Men Behaving Badly,” has publicly challenged his New Age Traveller neighbours who are seeking official recognition for their woodland plot … Read More