Sixteen doctors' surgeries across Somerset are set for expansion and improvement thanks to a £102 million funding boost from the UK Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC). Announced on May 6, this investment will be …
The recent local elections in Wiltshire saw a significant shift in the political landscape, with the Liberal Democrats emerging as the largest party in the county’s council chamber. The electoral map, once dominated by …
The recent Wiltshire Council elections have resulted in no single party securing an overall majority. Since its establishment in 2009, the unitary authority had been under the control of the Conservative Party. However, in a …
The Labour party has insisted that its online political advertising for the West of England Metro Mayor candidate, Helen Godwin, fully complies with all guidelines, despite concerns raised regarding the lack of prominent …
A mounting concern over the state of the UK’s rivers and waterways has prompted MPs from the South West to issue a strong warning. They highlighted issues such as raw sewage discharges, crumbling infrastructure, and lax …
As the West of England gears up for the Metro Mayor elections on May 1, it’s crucial to understand the perspectives of the six candidates vying for your vote. In a YouGov poll, the Green Party’s Mary Page leads with 27% of …
Ahead of the upcoming West of England Metro Mayor election on May 1, six candidates are vying for your vote, each with a distinct vision for the region. The race is expected to be highly competitive, with candidates …
New NHS data reveals that patients in Somerset are facing significant waiting times for GP appointments, with around one in every 12 appointments in March taking place more than 28 days after booking. This proportion is among …
A new plan to overhaul the UK’s struggling special educational needs system has gained support from Adam Dance, the MP for Yeovil and South Somerset. At the Liberal Democrat’s Spring Conference in Harrogate, Dance …
As the local elections are fast approaching, Keir Starmer and the Labour party are gearing up for a significant electoral challenge. With over 1,600 seats at stake across 23 English councils, and six areas preparing to elect …
The housing crisis in the UK continues to deepen, with local MP Wera Hobhouse sounding the alarm over the state of affordable homes in Bath. The Liberal Democrat MP has called for urgent reform and increased funding to …
A recent survey has delivered a harsh blow to the NHS, revealing that public satisfaction with the institution has plummeted to an all-time low. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has vowed to revitalize the NHS and restore its …