'I'll Fight for Beaches, Health, and Young People's Futures' Saturday, August 16, 2025 weston healthcare community youth environment publichealth inclusion economy politics education For Dan Aldridge, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare, his connection to the town was no mere choice—it was fate. Arriving as a teenager when his father’s job moved the family to Sand Bay, Dan recalls humble … Read More
Tributes Paid Following the Sudden Death of Glastonbury Councillor Nick Cottle Tuesday, August 12, 2025 glastonbury somerset politics council tribute nickcottle liberaldemocrats community publicservice localgovernment The community of Glastonbury and Somerset has lost a beloved figure with the sudden passing of Councillor Nick Cottle at the age of 68. Known as a “positive man and colourful character,” Mr. Cottle’s dedication to … Read More
Bob Vylan Fires Back at Critics Ahead of Boardmasters Festival Performance Thursday, August 7, 2025 bobvylan boardmasters punk controversy gaza glastonbury festival protest music politics Punk duo Bob Vylan has responded strongly to backlash and political criticism ahead of their set at this year’s Boardmasters Festival in Newquay, Cornwall. The band, known for their provocative performance at Glastonbury … Read More
WECA Seeks New Communications Director with Salary Up to £138,000 and Bus Ticket Perks Thursday, August 7, 2025 weca communications salary publicsector transport recruitment governance devolution politics procurement The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) is currently recruiting a new Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, offering a substantial salary range of £102,000 to £138,000, depending on experience. Remarkably, … Read More
Calls to Save £174k by Not Replacing Bath and North East Somerset CEO Monday, July 28, 2025 ceo bathnes localgovernment costcutting leadership retirement council finance bureaucracy politics Bath and North East Somerset Council faces a decision on whether to replace its chief executive officer, Will Godfrey, who is stepping down next year after six years at the helm. Godfrey, currently earning £174,199 annually, … Read More
Somerset MP Faces Scrutiny Over Expenses for Birthday Cards and Alcohol Sunday, July 27, 2025 expenses politics mp somerset rachelgilmour parliament hospitality ipsa controversy publicfunds Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has come under fire after documents revealed she charged birthday cards, golf club hospitality, and alcohol to public expenses — despite an annual salary … Read More