Highcourt

Monday, June 22, 2026 northsomerset floodzone planning floodrisk housingdevelopment highcourt persimmon appeal yatton statutoryreview

North Somerset Council’s legal attempt to block housing development on vulnerable flood plains has been overturned by the High Court in a ruling described as “nationally significant.” In March 2025, Persimmon secured planning … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 clevedon parking charges council legal highcourt businesses footfall northsomerset statutoryreview

A legal dispute is set to unfold over the introduction of parking charges in Clevedon’s town centre, sparking concern among local residents and business owners. On June 1, North Somerset Council implemented fees at the … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 clevedon parking charges court northsomerset business highcourt legalchallenge towncentre economy

A legal showdown is imminent over the introduction of paid parking in Clevedon’s town centre, stirring tensions between local authorities and the business community. On June 1, North Somerset Council implemented parking … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 bath ltns traffic safety highcourt council residents legal school roads

Residents of Bath are launching a High Court challenge against a disputed liveable neighbourhood scheme that has doubled traffic near a private primary school. The controversy centers on Winifred’s Lane, a narrow one-way … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 bath ltn traffic highcourt safety winifredslane council residents sionroad consultation

Residents of Bath are escalating their opposition to a contentious liveable neighbourhood (LTN) scheme by mounting a High Court challenge after traffic near a private primary school doubled. At the centre of the dispute is … Read More