Running a charity shop comes with its fair share of challenges, but one of the most frustrating issues we face is receiving inappropriate donations. While most people kindly donate items they no longer need, there’s a growing …
A dedicated group of local volunteers recently took on the daunting task of cleaning up the long-neglected Red Brick building area in Glastonbury. The site had become overwhelmed with rubbish, prompting residents to take …
Plans to construct a battery energy storage facility adjacent to a Somerset travellers' site have been rejected due to road safety concerns. Enray Power Ltd submitted an application in April 2025 to build the facility at St …
Weston-super-Mare, a popular seaside town in Somerset, is taking a firm stand against the persistent problem of fly-tipping that has troubled residents for years. In response to repeated complaints, particularly in hotspots …
Weston-super-Mare is set to benefit from a £45 million government initiative targeting the rampant problem of fly-tipping, after local residents voiced ongoing concerns. The government’s freshly launched Waste Crime Action …
Somerset residents who have traditionally used Dorset’s household waste recycling centres will now be required to pay fees and book their visits in advance. Dorset Council operates ten recycling centres across the county, …
Somerset residents will now be required to pay to use Dorset’s household waste recycling centres and must book their visit in advance. Dorset Council manages ten recycling centres across the county, including locations at …
A massive pile of rubbish has ignited outrage after being dumped in a treasured Somerset beauty spot. Tim, a 69-year-old resident of Burnham-on-Sea, discovered the enormous mound of waste on the Somerset Levels near Westhay …
A Filton resident and convenience store owner has been fined £462 after illegally disposing of business waste in a public bin on his street. Omar Mousin, who operates Filton International Stores on Filton Avenue, was …