Parking Charges Surge in Weston-super-Mare Wednesday, March 20, 2024 weston-super-mare parking charges increase council fees north somerset car parks funding government Motorists in Weston-super-Mare and its neighboring areas will soon have to pay significantly more for parking, as North Somerset Council has approved a substantial increase in parking charges across its council-owned car … Read More
Public Consultation on Proposed Parking Changes in North Somerset Tuesday, March 19, 2024 north somerset council parking charges consultation feedback car parks funding maintenance enforcement short-stay permit residents The North Somerset Council has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to parking across the region. The aim is to introduce new parking charges to various car parks and on-street parking locations in order to … Read More
Restored Funding Secures Vital 94 Bus Link to Bath Wednesday, February 28, 2024 funding rural bus bath trowbridge council wiltshire transport community service Funding has been restored for the “invaluable” rural bus serving villages along the Avon between Bath and Trowbridge. The future of the 94 bus had been in jeopardy since half of its funding was slashed in 2022, prompting … Read More
Bridgwater Carnival Faces Cuts to Public Facilities and Safety Barriers Sunday, February 25, 2024 bridgwater carnival somerset council funding public facilities safety barriers local businesses visitors economic impact community engagement The highly-anticipated Bridgwater Carnival is facing a setback this year as Somerset Council has decided to withdraw funding for public facilities and safety barriers, leaving organizers and attendees disappointed. … Read More
Council secures 12-month funding to save vital Somerset bus routes Friday, February 23, 2024 somerset bus routes funding council first bus south subsidy bsip commercial viability agreement community support mp public transport rural areas In a last-minute agreement, Somerset Council and First Bus South have secured the future of four crucial bus services in Somerset, ensuring their operation for the next 12 months. The services, including the 25, 28, 54, and … Read More
North Somerset Council Faces Council Tax Hike Amid Funding Shortfall Thursday, February 22, 2024 north somerset council tax funding government budget cuts financial services residents local authority North Somerset Council is set to implement a significant increase in council tax as it grapples with a shortfall in government funding. The recently approved budget for the next year includes a 4.98% rise in council tax, with … Read More