Somerset Council Faces Criticism Over Delays in Chard Eastern Relief Road Delivery Monday, April 27, 2026 somerset chard reliefroad council planning development infrastructure delays housing transport Somerset Council is under increasing pressure from local councillors who warn the authority risks “setting itself up for a fall” due to repeated delays in delivering the Chard eastern relief road (ERR). This long-awaited road … Read More
What Does ‘Affordable Housing’ Really Mean? Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing somerset development council planning infrastructure community investment homes The phrase “affordable housing” is frequently mentioned by housing developers and local councillors, but its true meaning often sparks confusion and skepticism. While some may use the term sarcastically, its … Read More
Understanding ‘Affordable Housing’: What the Term Really Means Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing development somerset planning council infrastructure socialhousing viability councillor The term “affordable housing” is frequently used by housing developers and local councillors, but what does it truly mean? Just like how certain titles or phrases can sometimes be used sarcastically or … Read More
Decision on 56 New Homes Near Somerset Primary School Postponed Amid Safety and Flooding Concerns Saturday, April 25, 2026 somerton development housing planning flooding safety school affordable infrastructure environment A planned expansion of the Somerton Mead housing development, proposing 56 new homes adjacent to King Ina Church of England Academy in Somerset, has been delayed by the local planning committee. The development by Bloor Homes … Read More
Decision on 56 New Homes Near Somerset Primary School Deferred Saturday, April 25, 2026 somerset planning housing development flooding schools safety infrastructure affordablehousing somerton A decision on the proposed development of 56 new homes near King Ina Church of England Academy in Somerton has been postponed by Somerset Council’s planning committee south. Bloor Homes South West, currently constructing the … Read More
Former Taunton Gasworks Site Poised for Long-Awaited Redevelopment Friday, April 24, 2026 taunton gasworks redevelopment planning housing vistry galliford phosphate environment construction The redevelopment of Taunton’s former gasworks site is finally set to move forward, following a decisive ruling by the Planning Inspectorate. This marks a significant step toward transforming the long-dormant brownfield site … Read More