Potholes Plague Somerset Roads, Drivers Demand Action Tuesday, April 22, 2025 somerset potholes roads maintenance drivers safety infrastructure council government neglect Drivers in Somerset are expressing frustration and concern over the deteriorating state of the roads, with potholes causing damage and safety hazards. One local resident, Greg West, voiced his dismay after his car hit a deep … Read More
Glastonbury's Town Hall Lift Woes Continue Tuesday, April 22, 2025 glastonbury lift repair delay councillors visitors inconvenience elderly town hall maintenance staffing issues Glastonbury’s town hall lift continues to cause inconvenience as repair delays persist, leaving councillors and visitors, especially the elderly, with no choice but to climb the stairs. At a recent Glastonbury Town … Read More
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