Conservative councillors in Somerset have recently faced criticism for allegedly misleading residents about a proposed “holiday tax” targeting local businesses. This notion stems from ongoing government consultations …
Andy and Rachel Hancock, who recently moved to Puriton, Somerset, have faced a frustrating 15-week wait to update their council tax address due to a significant backlog at the local council. Having relocated in January, the …
North Somerset Council has made history by appointing a dedicated cabinet member for artificial intelligence—the first known instance of such a role at any council in England. Steve Bridger, a former council leader …
Somerset Council has disclosed that it spent nearly £19 million on consultants over the past three years, council leader Bill Revans revealed in a recent meeting. Since its establishment in April 2023, the council has …
The director of Butlin’s Minehead resort in Somerset has voiced strong opposition to the government’s proposed Overnight Visitor Levy, a tourism tax set to be introduced following its announcement in the King’s Speech on May …
Michael Pryke, one of the youngest councillors in North Somerset, has been appointed leader of the Conservative opposition group, marking a new chapter in local politics. At just 26 years old and representing Cleveland …
At just 26 years old, Michael Pryke, one of North Somerset’s youngest councillors, has stepped into the significant role of leader of the Conservative opposition group. Representing Cleveland Walton, Pryke is the council’s …
Plans to convert Bridgwater’s Poundland store into a 24-hour gym have been approved by Somerset Council, potentially reshaping the retail landscape of Bridgwater Retail Park. Poundland, which opened at the site on The Leggar …
Somerset Council decided against implementing additional deterrent measures to prevent travellers from camping on Stoney Furlong Field in Taunton, less than 24 hours before eight caravans arrived on the site. Located west of …
Jo Roundell Greene, a serving Somerset councillor and former parliamentary candidate, has been granted a six-month leave of absence. Since May 2022, she has represented the South Petherton and Islemoor division as one of two …
North Somerset remains an integral part of Somerset, emphasized its council leader, Mike Bell, as the county commemorated Somerset Day on May 11. North Somerset, encompassing towns such as Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon, …
On Somerset Day, May 11, North Somerset’s council leader Mike Bell reaffirmed that North Somerset remains very much a part of Somerset, despite administrative changes over the years. The district, which includes towns such as …
A deeply neglected industrial site at the heart of Midsomer Norton, Somerset, may soon see a vibrant new future. Aldi, the budget supermarket chain, has submitted a pre-application to Bath and North East Somerset Council to …
Next week, North Somerset councillors will cast their decisive vote on whether the area should join the West of England Combined Authority (WECA), a mayor-led regional body that currently includes Bristol, South …
Next week, North Somerset councillors will make a critical decision on whether the area should join the West of England Combined Authority (WECA). The final council vote on May 12 will determine if North Somerset becomes part …