M5 Drivers Face Four Months of Lane Closures and 50mph Speed Limits Near Junction 26 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 m5 somerset roadworks drainage flooding nationalhighways trafficmanagement speedlimit junction26 wellington Motorists travelling on the M5 near Junction 26 for Wellington should prepare for significant delays and restrictions lasting over four months. Starting Monday, October 20, 2025, National Highways will begin a £5.9 million … Read More
Hundreds of Homes in Taunton to Benefit from £6 Million Flood Defence Scheme Tuesday, October 7, 2025 flooding taunton somerset rivertone flooddefences climatechange regeneration environment protection infrastructure Somerset Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency, has announced a £6 million flood protection project aimed at safeguarding homes, businesses, and key infrastructure in Taunton. The scheme will bolster flood … Read More
Immediate Met Office Weather Warning Issued as Morning Commuters Brace for Disruption Thursday, October 2, 2025 metoffice fog weatherwarning commuters travel stormamy rain wind flooding southwest The Met Office has issued an urgent weather warning this morning (Thursday, October 2), advising commuters to exercise caution due to dense fog affecting parts of the Southwest. The warning, active from 7:15 AM to 10:00 AM, … Read More
Storm Amy Named as UK Prepares for 80mph Winds and Heavy Rain Wednesday, October 1, 2025 storm amy metoffice weather uk winds rain warnings flooding safety The Met Office has officially named the first storm of the 2025/26 season: Storm Amy. Following two recent hurricanes in the Atlantic, a rapidly intensifying low-pressure system is set to impact the UK this Friday, October … Read More
Somerset River Restoration Project Revives Wildlife and Landscape Tuesday, September 30, 2025 restoration rivers somerset nationaltrust biodiversity flooding wildlife reforestation conservation collaboration A groundbreaking river restoration project at Somerset’s Holnicote Estate has achieved remarkable success in transforming landscapes, reviving wildlife habitats, and enhancing flood protection, earning the National Trust a … Read More
New Homes Approved Near Popular Somerset Wedding Venue Amid Sewage System Concerns Monday, September 29, 2025 somerset housing development sewage infrastructure conservation phosphates affordable flooding planning Somerset councillors have unanimously approved plans for 18 new homes near the well-known Old Oak Farm wedding venue in Curry Rivel, despite community concerns over the capacity of local sewage systems. West of England … Read More