Former Leader Returns to North Somerset Council Cabinet in Groundbreaking AI Role Monday, May 18, 2026 northsomerset ai artificialintelligence localgovernment digitaltransformation stevebridger publicservice councilleadership dataliteracy communityengagement 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 … Read More
Somerset Council Reveals Nearly £19 Million Spent on Consultants Over Three Years Monday, May 18, 2026 somerset consultants spending council transparency localgovernment budget governance transformation publicservices 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 … Read More
Minehead Butlin's Director Criticizes Proposed Tourist Tax Impact on Families Saturday, May 16, 2026 tourism tax butlins minehead holiday families ukhospitality economy localgovernment travel 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 … Read More
North Somerset’s Second Youngest Councillor Takes Helm of Conservative Opposition Friday, May 15, 2026 northsomerset conservative michaelpryke council opposition leadership localgovernment councillors politics tropicana 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 … Read More
North Somerset’s Second Youngest Councillor Takes Helm as Conservative Opposition Leader Friday, May 15, 2026 northsomerset councillor conservative leadership council politics opposition localgovernment tropicana michaelpryke 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 … Read More
24-Hour Gym Approved to Replace Bridgwater’s Poundland Store Despite Local Concerns Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater poundland gym somersetcouncil retailpark planning antisocialbehaviour thegymgroup localgovernment commercialdevelopment 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 … Read More