Somerset's Defining Political Moments of 2025: A Year in Review Thursday, January 1, 2026 somerset politics planning transport housing budget infrastructure council development education The year 2025 has drawn to a close, leaving Somerset residents to reflect on a turbulent period marked by significant political decisions both locally and globally. From international crises to local governance challenges, … Read More
Characterful Village of Oake Gains Greater Control Over Future Housing Through Approved Neighbourhood Plan Thursday, January 1, 2026 oake neighbourhoodplan housing somerset development village planning taunton wellington greenspaces The picturesque village of Oake, nestled between Taunton and Wellington, has taken a significant step in shaping its future housing landscape with the recent approval of its Neighbourhood Plan. After years of collaborative … Read More
£15 Million Revamp Plans Submitted for Yeovil’s Octagon Theatre, Work Set to Start Next Financial Year Wednesday, December 31, 2025 octagon theatre yeovil refurbishment somerset investment culture accessibility planning community The Octagon Theatre in Yeovil is poised for a dramatic £15 million overhaul following the submission of ambitious refurbishment plans by Somerset Council and Yeovil Town Council. The beloved venue, closed since April 2023, … Read More
£15 Million Revamp Planned for Yeovil’s Octagon Theatre with Construction Set to Start in 2026 Wednesday, December 31, 2025 octagon theatre yeovil refurbishment somerset accessibility funding culture dcms planning The Octagon Theatre in Yeovil, closed since April 2023, is on track for a major £15 million refurbishment aimed at revitalizing the cherished cultural hub. Somerset Council and Yeovil Town Council have submitted detailed … Read More
£15 Million Makeover Planned for Octagon Theatre with Work to Start Next Financial Year Wednesday, December 31, 2025 theatre refurbishment yeovil somerset octagon culture community accessibility funding planning The Octagon Theatre in Yeovil is poised for a £15 million transformation following plans submitted by Somerset Council and Yeovil Town Council. Closed since April 2023, the theatre is set to undergo extensive renovations … Read More
Somerset Council Likely to Forego Appeal on 112-Home Development in Taunton Monday, December 29, 2025 somerset taunton housing development planning appeal infrastructure environment transport affordablehousing Somerset Council has indicated it may not oppose an appeal seeking approval for 112 new homes on Taunton’s northern edge, after councillors acknowledged they would have approved the development if given more time to consider … Read More