Avon and Somerset Police Secure Increase in Council Tax Thursday, February 6, 2025 police council tax funding somerset avon demand officers crime increase precept In a bid to address the escalating demand for policing services, Avon and Somerset Constabulary has successfully lobbied for a significant increase in their share of council tax. Police and crime commissioner Clare Moody, in … Read More
Plans for Former Landfill Solar Farm Advance Amid Funding Uncertainty Monday, January 6, 2025 solar farm landfill funding council energy development grid project bridgwater The proposed solar farm project at a former landfill site in Bridgwater is still in the works, despite the Somerset County Council’s decision to withdraw financial backing. Originally planned for the Saltlands area near … Read More
West Somerset Railway Reconnecting to Mainline Rail Services Tuesday, November 26, 2024 railway heritage connectivity funding proposal business case somerset transport infrastructure tourism The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is in the process of seeking funding from the central government to reconnect its heritage railway line to mainline railway services. The proposal aims to improve transport options and boost … Read More
Restoration Efforts Underway for Crumbling Birnbeck Pier Monday, August 19, 2024 restoration birnbeck pier revitalization historic landmark council funding renovation heritage A crucial step in the restoration of the iconic Birnbeck Pier is on the horizon as council members prepare to vote on the approval of plans aimed at saving the deteriorating structure. The proposed restoration, which includes … Read More
Raising Funds and Awareness for Brain Tumour Research in Memory of a Friend Friday, August 16, 2024 funding awareness research brain cancer fundraiser friendship remembrance advocacy hope charity The tragic loss of a friend to brain cancer has spurred a man from Somerset into action, raising funds and awareness for brain tumour research. James ‘Pud’ Pullen, who passed away at the age of 28 after battling the disease, … Read More
Efforts to Improve Pharmacy Provision in Glastonbury Gain Traction Thursday, August 8, 2024 glastonbury pharmacy healthcare liberal democrats nhs parliament motion funding services closure In response to the closure of two pharmacies in Glastonbury, there has been a significant push for enhanced pharmacy provision in the area. Sarah Dyke, the Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, has put forward an … Read More