Somerset MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of NHS Dental Contract Amidst Worsening Access Crisis Monday, July 6, 2026 dentistry nhs somerset healthcare dentalcontract mps nhsreform access publichealth dentistrycrisis A coalition of Somerset MPs has come together to call for immediate and substantive reforms to the NHS dental contract, highlighting an ongoing crisis that has rendered much of the county a “dental desert.” Since the onset of … Read More
Two Somerset Beaches Issued New No-Swim Warnings Due to Pollution Concerns Tuesday, June 9, 2026 somerset beaches pollution swimming warnings waterquality environment safety publichealth coastal Two popular beaches in Somerset have recently been issued with no-swim warnings as officials express concern over potential pollution in the areas. The warnings aim to protect public health following tests that indicated … Read More
Six Somerset Beaches Advising Against Swimming Due to Poor Water Quality Saturday, April 18, 2026 somerset beaches waterquality environmentagency swimming bathingwater publichealth defra swimfo safety As the warmer months approach, many look forward to a refreshing day by the sea. However, not all beaches in Somerset are safe for swimming, with official advisories cautioning against entering the water at certain locations. … Read More
Meningitis Cases Confirmed in Dorset Schools Amid Local Outbreak Friday, April 17, 2026 meningitis dorset schools outbreak antibiotics teenagers health precaution infection publichealth Several cases of meningitis have been confirmed among students at schools in Dorset, prompting health authorities to take swift action. In response to the outbreak, teenagers in the area are being provided with precautionary … Read More
Meningitis Cases Confirmed in Dorset Schools Amid Growing Outbreak Friday, April 17, 2026 meningitis dorset outbreak teens antibiotics schools health infection prevention publichealth Health authorities have confirmed several cases of meningitis among students in schools across Dorset, prompting urgent public health measures. As the outbreak unfolds, teens in the affected areas are being prescribed … Read More
Council Allocates £370,000 to Sustain Five Somerset Leisure Centres Amid Operator Collapse Thursday, April 9, 2026 somerset leisure fusionleisure administration councilfunding community sportsfacilities publichealth frome recreation sport Somerset Council has committed £370,000 to maintain operations at five leisure centres in the former Mendip area following the administration of their operator, Fusion Leisure. This move ensures the continued availability of … Read More