Serious Developments in Somerset Council’s Finances Amid Government Intervention Wednesday, July 15, 2026 somerset council finances government intervention notice budget residents stability transparency Somerset Council is facing significant financial challenges, prompting the government to issue a formal notice addressing the situation. This intervention underscores the seriousness of the council’s financial position. … Read More
Quiet Taunton Street Transformed into Dusty Construction Zone as Residents Brace for Years of Disruption Thursday, July 9, 2026 taunton construction dust housing environment residents development bloorhomes wildlife noise Residents of a once-peaceful street in Taunton are enduring what they describe as “five more years of torture” due to escalating construction activity nearby. The work is part of a large development project on the … Read More
Plans for 82 New Homes in Nailsea Ignite Concerns Over Housing Overload Thursday, June 25, 2026 nailsea housing development planning community affordable construction greenbelt overload residents Developers Taylor Wimpey have submitted plans to North Somerset Council to build 82 new homes on an 18-acre site at Youngwood Farm, located in the south-west corner of Nailsea. This proposal marks the third phase of the … Read More
Bath takeaway granted late-night licence despite residents' concerns Friday, June 19, 2026 bath takeaway licensing nightlife oldfieldpark residents disorder council business pizza A new takeaway in Bath’s Oldfield Park has been granted permission to serve customers until 2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays, despite objections from local residents worried about potential disturbances. Diamond Kebab & … Read More
Bath Takeaway Granted Late-Night Licence Despite Resident Concerns Friday, June 19, 2026 bath takeaway licensing oldfieldpark latenight residents disorder students diamondpizza noise A new takeaway in Bath’s Oldfield Park has secured permission to operate late into the night, stirring mixed reactions among local residents. Diamond Kebab & Pizza, which opened just 10 weeks ago on Moorland Road, has … Read More
Neighbours Oppose 3am Takeaway Licence in City’s Student Hub Tuesday, June 16, 2026 takeaway licence noise antisocial oldfieldpark students residents late-night bath council A kebab shop’s request to remain open until 3am in Oldfield Park, a bustling student district with many long-term residents, has sparked strong opposition from local neighbours. Diamond Kebab & Pizza, located at the … Read More