Castle Cary and Ansford Parish Merger Plans Abandoned by Somerset Council Tuesday, February 17, 2026 castlecary ansford somerset parish merger governance boundary community consultation localdemocracy Plans to merge the neighboring Somerset parishes of Castle Cary and Ansford have been officially shelved due to insufficient public support. Over the past decade, Castle Cary has experienced rapid expansion, with numerous new … Read More
Last-Minute Effort to Save North Somerset Libraries Gains Momentum Sunday, November 16, 2025 libraries northsomerset rural council community funding closure parish services savings A last-minute campaign has been launched to prevent the closure of three libraries in North Somerset, amid growing concerns from parish councils about the impact on rural communities. The libraries in Pill, Winscombe, and … Read More
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