Jeremy Corbyn Accuses Angela Rayner of Paving Over Britain’s Allotments Wednesday, August 6, 2025 corbyn rayner allotments housing government greenspaces community gardening mentalhealth development Jeremy Corbyn has reignited tensions with the Labour government by accusing Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner of facilitating the destruction of England’s treasured allotments. The former Labour leader strongly criticized … Read More
Government Remains Silent on Potential New Homes Near Somerset Railway Lines Wednesday, August 6, 2025 housing railway somerset platform4 brownfield development government infrastructure regeneration transport The government has announced plans to build up to 40,000 new homes over the next decade on surplus brownfield sites close to railway stations, depots, and other rail infrastructure. This initiative, led by a new development … Read More
Uncertain Future for Somerset's Troubled Regeneration Project Thursday, July 31, 2025 somerset glastonbury regeneration redbrickbuilding funding audit government projectmanagement towndeal infrastructure The future of the troubled Somerset regeneration project at the Red Brick Building in Glastonbury remains uncertain after the government extended the deadline to spend all related funds by an additional 12 months. Located on … Read More
High Street Revival: Simplifying Bar and Cafe Openings to Boost Local Communities Monday, July 28, 2025 highstreet hospitality pubs cafes government licensing redtape businessrates alfreco planning The Government has announced ambitious plans to revitalise the high street by making it significantly easier to open bars, music venues, and cafes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasized the commitment to “protect pavement … Read More
Bristol Airport Expansion: Mayor Helen Godwin Outlines Her Position Monday, July 21, 2025 bristol airport expansion helengodwin planning environment economy transport government climate Helen Godwin, the West of England Metro Mayor, has recently clarified her stance on the contentious proposal to expand Bristol Airport, a move that could significantly influence the airport’s future. The expansion plans aim … Read More
How Somerset Has Fared Since the General Election Sunday, July 13, 2025 somerset labour government election politics nhs transport economy rural reform Last week marked one year since the general election that saw Sir Keir Starmer lead Labour back into government after 14 years in opposition. As Somerset’s local democracy reporter, I’ve looked back over the past 12 months to … Read More