National Highways has issued a formal apology to motorists for the frequent closures and disruptions that have characterised the M5 motorway in recent years, particularly throughout 2026 in Somerset. Motorway users have faced …
Somerset’s bus services may soon adopt a franchising model similar to that used in Manchester, signalling a significant shift in how services are managed locally. Currently, private operators run bus routes in Somerset, with …
North Somerset Council has removed unauthorised flags that had been affixed to lampposts along the promenade in Weston-super-Mare by local activists. The council emphasised its support for civic pride but raised concerns over …
Karen Walker, the leader of one of the two competing groups of independent councillors on Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) Council, has left her group to become a purely independent councillor. Ms Walker, representing …
Bath and North East Somerset Council’s recent pay and grading review, which was expected to save the council £2.5 million in the last financial year, has instead led to a net increase in salary costs of £1.7 million. This …
Bath is moving closer to introducing a tourist tax after a significant government announcement has empowered local leaders with new authority. Renowned for its stunning Georgian architecture, the Roman Baths, and a …
Wiltshire has experienced a significant drop in tourist visits, with numbers falling by 22% over the past year. This decline coincides with Wiltshire Council’s second decision to defund Visit Wiltshire, the county’s dedicated …
The future looks bleak for Somerset residents as the local council tries to avoid effective bankruptcy while grappling with a significant budget gap. Somerset Council recently proposed measures to address a shortfall of …