Improving Cycling on Somerset's A39 with £1.5m Scheme Tuesday, January 30, 2024 cycling somerset a39 infrastructure funding construction route safety council cycling route Efforts are underway to make cycling along Somerset’s A39 easier, thanks to a substantial £1.5m government funding allocation. The current limited cycling facilities on the busy rural road between Williton and Minehead … Read More
Enhanced Paths Connect Glastonbury Regeneration Projects Tuesday, January 23, 2024 glastonbury regeneration sustainability accessibility paths town deal infrastructure community somerset funding Glastonbury residents now have improved access to local sports facilities, thanks to ongoing regeneration efforts in the town. As part of the government’s towns fund, Glastonbury has received £23.6m to enhance the town … Read More
Upgrade of Bristol Airport Electricity Network Creates Travel Delays Monday, January 22, 2024 bristol airport national grid electricity cables upgrades delays a38 power supply infrastructure Travellers using Bristol Airport will face potential delays as National Grid Electricity Distribution undertakes a crucial upgrade of the electricity network in the area. The project involves replacing aging underground high … Read More
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