Future of Long-Lost Portishead Railway Revival Hangs in the Balance Ahead of Key Announcement Tuesday, June 10, 2025 portishead railway reopening transport funding bristol spendingreview infrastructure politics metromayor The fate of the Portishead Railway revival is set to be decided by Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ spending review this Wednesday. This crucial funding announcement will determine whether the long-anticipated project moves forward. … Read More
Demand for Clear End Date as Disruptive Bridgwater Roadworks Continue Monday, June 9, 2025 bridgwater roadworks council celebrationmile infrastructure delays businesses construction transport economy Bridgwater’s ambitious £9 million Celebration Mile project, aimed at creating a safer, car-free route linking Northgate Docks to the town’s railway station, is facing significant delays. The roadworks, which began on Eastover … Read More
Glastonbury Festival's Massive Site Rivals the Size of a British Town Monday, June 9, 2025 glastonbury festival music event size camping facilities sustainability capacity infrastructure As the Glastonbury Festival approaches, ticket holders—especially first-timers—are beginning to consider what essentials to pack for this iconic five-day music celebration. One vital item to prioritize is sturdy, comfortable … Read More
Final push for new Wellington railway station ahead of major announcement Friday, June 6, 2025 wellington railway transport somerset government investment infrastructure development rail spending One of Somerset’s MPs has made a last-ditch effort to secure approval for a new £15 million railway station in Wellington as the government prepares to announce the outcome of its spending review. The project has been … Read More
Somerset’s Coastal B3191 Road Faces Permanent Closure Amid Funding Shortfall Friday, June 6, 2025 somerset b3191 cleevehill roadclosure coastalerosion transport infrastructure community campaign tourism Residents of Somerset have just days left to object to the permanent closure of the B3191 Cleeve Hill—a crucial coastal road linking Watchet and Blue Anchor. This route has long been essential for local commuters and provided … Read More
Wessex Water CFO Banned from Bonuses Following Sewage Pollution Conviction Friday, June 6, 2025 wessexwater sewage pollution bonusban ofwat environmentallaw somerset waterquality infrastructure regulation Wessex Water’s chief financial officer (CFO) has been barred from receiving bonuses following a criminal conviction linked to severe sewage pollution incidents in Somerset. This decision aligns with new government regulations … Read More