Easter Traffic Warning: Millions Set to Hit the Road Thursday, April 17, 2025 easter traffic drivers congestion delays travel holidays maintenance operations economy Drivers are being warned to brace for long queues over the Easter weekend, as 19.1 million people are expected to travel on Good Friday, leading to significant traffic. The AA anticipates a 15% increase in bank holiday … Read More
Millions at Stake for Somerset's Pothole Repairs Monday, March 31, 2025 somerset funding potholes repairs roads deadline government council infrastructure maintenance Somerset Council is at risk of missing out on approximately £3 million in funding to fix potholes if it fails to report the number of repairs already completed to the government. The Transport Secretary’s announcement … Read More
Bridgwater Library Faces Extensive Roof Repairs Friday, March 28, 2025 bridgwater library somerset council repairs roof leaks maintenance infrastructure renovation funding Somerset Council has earmarked over £600,000 for much-needed repairs at Bridgwater Library, which has been plagued by numerous roof leaks. The library, a grade two listed building situated near the River Parrett, has suffered … Read More
M5 Overnight Closures for Resurfacing Work Wednesday, October 2, 2024 m5 overnight closures resurfacing national highways repairs diversion traffic motorway maintenance The M5 will undergo overnight closures in both directions this week as part of National Highways' resurfacing scheme. The closure will be in effect southbound on Wednesday and Thursday nights, followed by a northbound closure … Read More
Yeovil Bus Station Toilets Set to Close, Sparking Concern Among Residents Saturday, March 30, 2024 yeovil bus station toilets closure residents vulnerable concern maintenance somerset council budget Yeovil’s bus station is set to close its public toilets as a result of the significant annual maintenance cost of £70,000. Somerset Council, the funding source, withdrew its support leading to the announcement of the … Read More
Public Consultation on Proposed Parking Changes in North Somerset Tuesday, March 19, 2024 north somerset council parking charges consultation feedback car parks funding maintenance enforcement short-stay permit residents The North Somerset Council has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to parking across the region. The aim is to introduce new parking charges to various car parks and on-street parking locations in order to … Read More