Candidates Clash Over Tourist Tax and Housing at WECA Mayor Hustings Monday, April 21, 2025 weca mayor candidates clash tourism tax housing hustings election debate housing crisis short-term lets regulation airbnb tax hotels bristol infrastructure connectivity regional plan constituent councils private equity economic growth The candidates vying to be the next West of England Metro Mayor engaged in a lively debate over the implementation of a tourist tax and housing issues at a recent hustings event in Bath. With the election scheduled for May 1 … Read More
Progress Update: Tarka Line Reopening for Historic Railway Sunday, April 20, 2025 railway reopening tarka line passenger services bideford north devon modernization infrastructure transport stakeholders The North Devon Railway Development Alliance (NDRDA) convened for its second annual meeting in Barnstaple, providing a comprehensive update on the ongoing endeavor to modernize the Tarka Line and reinstate passenger services … Read More
Reviving Hope: The Abandoned Railway of Radstock Sunday, April 20, 2025 radstock railway hope community heritage tourism revival memories infrastructure nostalgia The closure of the Radstock’s railway line holds a special place in the memories of its residents. Reminiscing about the day Diana Dors graced the station, Jo Milling recalls the unexpected joy amidst the somber … Read More
Revised Plans for 750 Homes in Bridgwater Up for Public Review Saturday, April 19, 2025 bridgwater meeting homes development proposal council viability affordable infrastructure decision A public meeting is scheduled for next week to gather input from Bridgwater locals regarding revised plans for 750 homes in the area. The proposed development by Edward Ware (Bridgwater) Ltd. encompasses a mix of housing, a … Read More
Rising Cyber Apprentices Take Charge of Critical IT Project Thursday, April 17, 2025 apprentices cyber it leonardo bristol industry security training responsibility infrastructure At Leonardo UK, two apprentices are spearheading the installation of IT systems at the company’s latest building - a groundbreaking move entrusting cyber apprentices with such significant responsibility for the first … Read More
New Car-Free Route Opens on Somerset Levels Tuesday, April 15, 2025 somerset levels car-free route pedestrian cyclist active travel infrastructure network fundraising Travelling between two expanding settlements on the Somerset Levels has been made more convenient with the completion of the first phase of a car-free route. The Curry Rivel Active Travel Group has been dedicated to creating … Read More