‘I’ll Fight for Beaches, Health, and the Futures of Young People’ Saturday, August 16, 2025 weston health beaches youth community inclusion economy mp publichealth education For Dan Aldridge, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare, Weston isn’t just where he lives—it’s a place that truly shaped him. Arriving as a teenager when his father’s job brought the family to Sand Bay, Dan’s early years … Read More
'I'll Fight for Beaches, Health, and Young People's Futures' Saturday, August 16, 2025 weston healthcare community youth environment publichealth inclusion economy politics education For Dan Aldridge, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare, his connection to the town was no mere choice—it was fate. Arriving as a teenager when his father’s job moved the family to Sand Bay, Dan recalls humble … Read More
Wells Walking Group Promotes Mental Health Through Nature and Connection Wednesday, August 13, 2025 mentalhealth wellbeing walking community somerset workplace nature support friendship inclusion For years, Alex Gillespie and his dog Meg wandered the Somerset hills alone. Now, at 43, Alex leads a vibrant walking group that uplifts mental health by blending scenic treks with meaningful dialogue. Hailing from Dulcote, … Read More
Public Toilets in Chard Reopen After 18-Month Closure with Inclusive New Facility Tuesday, August 12, 2025 chard toilets accessibility inclusion changingplaces council refurbishment disability publicfacilities somerset After an 18-month closure, the public toilets in Chard have finally reopened, marking a significant improvement in local amenities. This milestone came following extensive negotiations between Chard Town Council and local … Read More
Taunton’s Conquest Centre Expands Services to Meet Growing Demand for Therapeutic Support Wednesday, August 6, 2025 therapy neurodivergence trauma mentalhealth outdoorlearning inclusion neurodiversity community resilience support Taunton’s Conquest Centre, a specialist therapy facility, has expanded its services significantly in response to a rising demand for supportive care. Originally founded as a Riding for the Disabled centre, Conquest has … Read More
Somerset to Open Six New Special Needs Units in Schools This September Tuesday, July 29, 2025 somerset send specialneeds education ehcp schools inclusion localprovision council budget Somerset Council is set to open six new special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) units in mainstream schools this coming autumn, marking a significant expansion in local provision for children with special needs. … Read More