The temporary closure of maternity services at Yeovil Hospital has left expectant mothers across South Somerset in a state of uncertainty. Local residents and officials fear this pause could lead to a permanent shutdown, …
Residents opposing a vast solar farm project in Wiltshire have elevated their protest—literally—by flying a banner above their demonstration. The banner carried the message: “No To Corporate Greed – Stop Lime Down.” The …
Residents opposing a massive solar farm in the Wiltshire countryside have taken their protest to new heights—literally. On Sunday, campaigners from Stop Lime Down marched to voice their concerns over plans for a 2,220-acre …
This weekend, residents concerned about the impact of large solar farm projects will take to the Wiltshire countryside as part of the National Community Walk, where 25 groups across the UK will walk locally to defend …
Bath and North East Somerset Council has introduced a new pay structure under its “Being Our Best” (BOB) programme, resulting in pay freezes for 106 council workers over three years. The acronym BOB, intended as shorthand for …
Residents of Box, a village near Corsham, have expressed frustration towards Wiltshire Council after being instructed to take down bunting and posters promoting the beloved annual Box Revels festival. Box Revels, a …
In a powerful display of community solidarity, hundreds of parents and supporters gathered in Yeovil to protest the abrupt closure of the town’s birthing and special care baby units. The sudden shutdown has sent shockwaves …
Residents of north Wiltshire are mobilizing to oppose a vast solar farm proposed by international developer Island Green Power. Covering an expansive 2,220 acres across six sites near Hullavington, Stanton St Quintin, …
A live protest has taken place over Persimmon Homes, with demonstrators voicing strong dissatisfaction. At the center of the protest, a man passionately urged potential buyers to boycott Persimmon properties, citing concerns …
The controversial decision to approve the construction of 292 new homes in Taunton has sparked outcry among local residents and officials. The housing development, part of the Nerrols Farm project, received approval by a …
Quakers gathered in protest outside a police station in Bath last week following a police raid on a Westminster meeting house. Six women were arrested inside the meeting house in March on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a …
A 47-year-old worker from the Hinkley Point power station in Somerset has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison for his involvement in a riot outside a mosque in Southport. The incident, which took place on …
Several individuals from Somerset found themselves on the wrong side of the law and are now serving time for their criminal activities. Here’s a look at some of the notable cases from August 2024. MICHAEL DRAKE Michael Drake, …
Local businesses in Clevedon are taking a stand against the Business Improvement District (BID) levy after a controversial vote last summer. The BID, aimed at funding town improvements through business levies, was approved …
Two Yeovil men were among five people arrested following protests on Weymouth seafront. The demonstration, which took place on Sunday, August 4, saw around 400 anti-immigration protesters gathering on the esplanade. A …