'New Chapter' Begins as Work Commences on Portishead Railway Reopening Monday, November 3, 2025 portishead railway networkrail transport infrastructure northsomerset construction railreopening publictransport economicgrowth sport This week marks the start of vegetation clearance along the Portishead Railway line, paving the way for construction to reopen the long-disused railway. The work initiates the final phase of enabling tasks ahead of the main … Read More
Launch of Somerset’s Newest Political Party Cut Short by Fire Brigade Response Friday, October 31, 2025 clevedon independents politics northsomerset firebrigade evacuation localcouncil community avonfire partylaunch An eagerly anticipated launch event for North Somerset’s newest political group, the Clevedon Independents, was unexpectedly interrupted on Tuesday when the fire brigade arrived, prompting a swift evacuation. The Clevedon … Read More
North Somerset By-Election: Full List of Candidates Following Councillor Resignation Tuesday, October 28, 2025 northsomerset byelection longashton councillors greens conservatives labour liberaldemocrats reformuk localgovernment A by-election in Long Ashton is set for Thursday, November 13, following the resignation of Green councillor Stuart McQuillan. Five major parties—Conservatives, Greens, Labour, Liberal Democrats, and Reform UK—are all … Read More
Spectacular Fireworks and Entertainment Ignite North Somerset Showground This Saturday Thursday, October 23, 2025 fireworks lasershow funfair northsomerset familyevent celebration entertainment foodcourt traffic community Get ready for an extraordinary night of entertainment at North Somerset Showground this Saturday! The venue will light up with its very first professional fireworks display, promising a dazzling spectacle that the whole … Read More
Pub Trade Faces Struggle as North Somerset Loses a Pub Every Two Weeks Wednesday, October 22, 2025 pubs hospitality northsomerset licensedpremises community drinkinghabits nightlife businessrates seaside licensing North Somerset is witnessing a sharp decline in its licensed premises, with one closing approximately every fortnight, as pubs grapple with significant challenges to remain open. According to North Somerset Council’s mid-year … Read More
North Somerset Unveils Ambitious Plan for 24,495 New Homes Amid Local Opposition Sunday, October 19, 2025 northsomerset housing development infrastructure localplan environment greenbelt consultation sustainability community North Somerset Council is set to launch a public consultation on its updated Local Plan, outlining proposals for nearly 25,000 new homes, alongside job creation and key infrastructure developments over the next 15 years. The … Read More