Portishead to Bristol Rail Line Nears Final Approval Tuesday, January 9, 2024 portishead bristol rail approval government project somerset infrastructure transportation development The long-awaited Portishead to Bristol rail project is approaching the final stage of approval, with plans for the Full Business Case set to be decided in a forthcoming Full Council meeting on January 9. This project, part of … Read More
Construction of New Junction to Unlock 1,000 Bridgwater Homes Set to Commence Soon Tuesday, January 2, 2024 construction junction homes bridgwater development road housing planning council infrastructure Construction of a new road junction, set to unlock over 1,000 new homes on the outskirts of Bridgwater, is slated to commence by the end of the month. The A39 Quantock Road, located at the western entrance to Bridgwater, has … Read More
A Bright Future for Somerset's Rail Network Friday, December 29, 2023 somerset rail network stations services development transportation infrastructure future improvements Somerset’s railway network has endured decades of decline after enduring major cuts in the 1960s. However, the future is now looking promising, with plans for a series of new stations and service improvements set to … Read More
Upcoming Major Roadworks in BANES for 2024 Tuesday, December 26, 2023 roadworks closures banes bath north east somerset traffic diversions construction infrastructure restrictions travel In 2023, the driving landscape in Bath and North East Somerset underwent significant changes. From the implementation of low traffic neighbourhoods by the Bath and North East Somerset Council to the installation of … Read More
Controversy Continues Over Housing Development Plans in Somerset Village Sunday, December 10, 2023 somerset village housing development controversy opposition proposal infrastructure environment redesign A new housing development proposal has reignited controversy in a Somerset village where plans to build homes on a cherished green field have faced opposition from local residents. Previously, Persimmon withdrew their initial … Read More
Campaign for Progress on New Somerset Railway Station Monday, November 27, 2023 somerset railway station update somerton langport mp transport funding infrastructure Advocates for the establishment of a new train station in Somerton and Langport have urged for the progression of the project in the midst of uncertainty. During a recent Levelling Up debate in the House of Commons, Sarah … Read More