Somerset School's Future Uncertain After Safety Concerns Prompt Closure Friday, January 19, 2024 somerset school safety closure structural damage government minister education temporary accommodation A government minister recently visited The Blue School in Somerset after the school was forced to close part of its building due to severe structural damage. Baroness Barran, the Department for Education minister with … Read More
Government Criticized for Failing SEND Children on Free School Meals Sunday, January 14, 2024 children special needs disabilities free school meals government mps guidance dietary needs legal right intervention MPs have criticized the government for failing to ensure that thousands of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive their legal entitlement to free school meals. During a Parliamentary debate on … Read More
Portishead to Bristol Rail Line Nears Final Approval Tuesday, January 9, 2024 portishead bristol rail approval government project somerset infrastructure transportation development The long-awaited Portishead to Bristol rail project is approaching the final stage of approval, with plans for the Full Business Case set to be decided in a forthcoming Full Council meeting on January 9. This project, part of … Read More
Bath & North East Somerset Council Faces Financial Pressure After Government Funding Setback Thursday, December 28, 2023 b&nes council funding local authority government financial challenges budget consultation The recently announced funding increase for English local authorities has left Bath & North East Somerset Council facing unexpected financial challenges, with a shortfall of £187,000, according to council leaders. … Read More
Stark Reality: North Somerset Council Grapples with £11.6m in Cuts Thursday, November 30, 2023 somerset council cuts budget savings services decisions challenges government funding Facing the daunting task of managing its budget, North Somerset Council has had to make tough decisions aimed at achieving savings of £11.6m. Despite this, the council still faces a significant deficit of almost £4m, … Read More
Somerset's roads receive minimal impact from extra funding Monday, November 27, 2023 somerset funding roads hs2 government repairs infrastructure dft council allocation Somerset Council has expressed that the additional £3.5m in funding from the cancellation of the HS2 rail link will only have a “minimal” impact on the county’s roads. This comes after Transport Secretary … Read More