A long-standing campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station has sparked a heated dispute between local councillors over the recognition of efforts and the history of the movement. Chris Warren, representing Saltford as an …
Irish rap trio Kneecap have been banned from entering Hungary ahead of their scheduled performance at the Sziget Festival on August 11. Despite remaining listed on the festival’s website, the group will not be allowed to …
Progress is accelerating on the campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station, a move that villagers and local officials believe will enhance connectivity and revive a historic asset. Situated between Bath and Keynsham, …
The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) has admitted breaching its own procurement rules while engaging two consultants formerly affiliated with Bristol City Council. This revelation came from WECA’s chief executive, …
Labour has announced an ambitious proposal to lower the voting age to 16 for the upcoming general election, a move that could dramatically alter the political landscape. This change would add approximately 1.55 million new …
Irish rap trio Kneecap have revealed an extensive UK tour this autumn, spotlighting their largest-ever show in Bristol. The Belfast-based group is set to perform at the Prospect Building in St Philips on Tuesday, November 18, …
Last week marked one year since the general election that saw Sir Keir Starmer lead Labour back into government after 14 years in opposition. As Somerset’s local democracy reporter, I’ve looked back over the past 12 months to …
Sadik Al-Hassan, a Somerset MP and father to a disabled son, has celebrated a “significant victory” following Labour rebels’ successful push for the government to revise important parts of the Welfare Reform Bill. As the …
Bob Vylan has issued a strong statement on social media following the controversy spurred by their performance at Glastonbury Festival. The punk duo’s set—aired on BBC iPlayer before Kneecap’s—was pulled by the broadcaster …
The BBC has decided against re-broadcasting punk duo Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury Festival set on iPlayer after the pair made what the broadcaster described as “deeply offensive comments” during their performance. The band’s calls …
The BBC has confirmed it will not broadcast Neil Young’s headline performance live at this year’s Glastonbury Festival, respecting the 79-year-old artist’s request. Young is scheduled to perform on the Pyramid Stage at Worthy …
A new sculpture unveiled at this year’s Glastonbury Festival has captured widespread attention—not just for its striking appearance, but for the political message it conveys. Intriguingly, the artist behind the piece remains …
The City of Bath celebrated a historic milestone with the appointment of its first mayor of Indian heritage in a distinguished ceremony held at Bath Abbey on Saturday, June 7. Dr. Bharat Pankhania was unanimously elected by …
The fate of the Portishead Railway revival is set to be decided by Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ spending review this Wednesday. This crucial funding announcement will determine whether the long-anticipated project moves forward. …
Dr Bharat Pankhania is poised to make history as the first person of Indian heritage to serve as Mayor of Bath in the role’s 836-year history. The 798th Mayor of Bath will be formally elected in a ceremony at Bath Abbey …