Somerset MP Calls for Prime Minister's Support on £11bn Tidal Lagoon Project Monday, January 12, 2026 tidallagoon renewableenergy somerset infrastructure cleanenergy hinkleypoint government jobs environment sustainable Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has urged Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to personally engage with plans for an ambitious £11 billion tidal lagoon in Somerset. The proposed project, led by … Read More
New Dredging Programme Launched to Protect Somerset Levels from Flooding Sunday, January 11, 2026 somerset dredging flooding riverparrett somersetlevels environment infrastructure floodprevention watermanagement silt A crucial new dredging programme has commenced on the Somerset Levels, aimed at protecting local homes and businesses from flooding. Since 2015, the Parrett Internal Drainage Board has overseen an annual strategy to maintain … Read More
Dramatic Photos Capture Historic Bridge Demolition Over Christmas Friday, January 9, 2026 bridge demolition historic traffic infrastructure christmas photography transport commute construction Stunning and dramatic images have emerged showing the demolition of a historic bridge that served as a key artery for over 20,000 cars every day. The bridge, which had stood for decades, was carefully dismantled during the … Read More
‘Once-in-a-Generation’ Plans for 620 Somerset Homes Secure Second Approval Friday, January 9, 2026 somerset sheptonmallet housing development planning phosphates community infrastructure affordablehousing education Plans for a transformative development of 620 homes in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, have gained local council approval for the second time. This large-scale project by C. G. Fry and Son, in partnership with the Duchy of Cornwall … Read More
‘Once-in-a-generation’ Plans for 620 Somerset Homes Gain Second Approval Friday, January 9, 2026 somerset sheptonmallet housing development planning phosphates community infrastructure affordablehousing environment Plans for a “once-in-a-generation” development of 620 homes in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, have been approved for the second time by local councillors, marking a significant step forward in the town’s long-term growth. C. G. … Read More
‘Once-in-a-generation’ plans for 620 Somerset homes approved for second time Friday, January 9, 2026 somerset sheptonmallet housing development planning community phosphates infrastructure affordablehousing environment Plans for a landmark development of 620 homes in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, have been approved for the second time by local councillors, marking a significant milestone for the town’s growth. The application, submitted by C. … Read More