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Thursday, December 11, 2025 taunton police closure illegal tobacco vape counterfeit tradingstandards community crime

A Taunton shop has been shut down after authorities discovered it was selling illegal tobacco, non-compliant vaping products, and counterfeit merchandise. Avon and Somerset Police, working alongside Trading Standards and the … Read More

Thursday, December 4, 2025 somerset caravan illegal development planning unauthorised removal regulations enforcement park

Recent photographs have revealed the extensive scale of a caravan park constructed in Somerset without the necessary planning permission. The site, developed by an individual without official approval, has drawn the attention … Read More

Sunday, November 23, 2025 flytipping somerset waste asbestos environment illegal pollution council wildlife dumping

A massive pile of rubbish has ignited outrage after being dumped in a treasured Somerset beauty spot. Tim, a 69-year-old resident of Burnham-on-Sea, discovered the enormous mound of waste on the Somerset Levels near Westhay … Read More

Sunday, September 21, 2025 somerset police rave illegal roadclosures publicsafety traffic emergency lawenforcement dispersal

Police have been called to an illegal rave taking place in Somerset, leading to road closures in the surrounding area. Authorities are working to disperse the gathering and ensure public safety. Motorists are advised to avoid …

Thursday, September 4, 2025 vapes illegal seizure northsomerset licensing disposable enforcement retail regulation suspension

North Somerset Council has executed its largest ever seizure of illegal vapes after uncovering sales of disposable vapes that had been banned. Good News Wine & Food, a village shop in Cleeve, continued selling disposable … Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 licence tobacco illegal enforcement tradingstandards wiltshire trowbridge counterfeits crime premises

A convenience store in Trowbridge, known as 7 Days Trowbridge, has had its alcohol licence permanently revoked due to ongoing illegal tobacco sales. The store, located at 6 & 7 Wicker Hill, was first ordered to close for … Read More