Somerset’s road network has recently been likened to Joseph’s famed “coat of many colours” by Councillor Alan Bradford, reflecting the patchy nature of highway repairs across the county. As Somerset Council ramps up efforts …
Somerset Council is set to enhance nearly 100 roads across the county this summer through an extensive surface dressing programme. This maintenance effort aims to protect the road network, improve driving conditions, and …
Somerset Council is set to surface dress nearly 100 roads across the county this summer as part of its ongoing highways maintenance programme. This essential work will help prevent further road damage, enhance driver safety, …
Somerset Council has announced a £5 million investment over the next three years aimed at addressing “high-visibility” maintenance issues across the county’s road network. Approved by the council’s executive committee on …
Bath & North East Somerset Council is launching a major £5 million road improvement programme aimed at enhancing highway conditions throughout the region. This initiative includes nearly £1 million dedicated to resurfacing …
A £5 million investment in road improvements across Bath & North East Somerset is set to begin, focusing on enhancing the condition and safety of local highways. This extensive programme includes resurfacing of footways with …
Somerset Council is set to increase its investment in road maintenance significantly over the next four years, thanks to a substantial funding boost from the central government. At a meeting held in Taunton on March 11, the …
Repairing potholes in Somerset has become a daunting task, often compared to the futile effort of darning a pair of fishnet tights. With the county’s roads suffering from extensive wear and tear, maintenance crews face …
Photos recently captured by Christian Lockyer reveal a main road drain on the A39 in Walton, Somerset, completely filled with tarmac. The A39 connects Glastonbury to Bridgwater and has been heavily affected by severe flooding …
Somerset Council has disclosed the average cost of repairing potholes on the county’s roads following a question from a local councillor. While the council oversees most roads in Somerset, major highways like the M5, A303, …
New government data reveals that Somerset’s road network is among the best maintained in England, yet many local residents remain skeptical. According to the Department for Transport, Somerset Council earned a ‘green’ rating …
New government data reveals Somerset’s road network ranks among the best maintained in England, earning a ‘green’ score for road condition and maintenance. However, many local residents remain unconvinced, reporting …
Vandals painting the St George’s Cross on road markings across North Somerset have forced the council to spend thousands of pounds on restoration—an amount that could instead fill around 200 potholes. Hannah Young, North …
Drivers in Somerset are expressing frustration and concern over the deteriorating state of the roads, with potholes causing damage and safety hazards. One local resident, Greg West, voiced his dismay after his car hit a deep …
Somerset Council is at risk of missing out on approximately £3 million in funding to fix potholes if it fails to report the number of repairs already completed to the government. The Transport Secretary’s announcement of an …