Flood Alerts and Road Closures in Somerset: Stay Informed Tuesday, October 22, 2024 somerset flood alerts road closures flooding rainfall authorities residents alternative routes travel Heavy rainfall has led to a number of roads being closed across Somerset due to flooding. Local authorities have issued flood alerts and are urging residents to stay informed about the situation. It is important to plan …
Dispute Arises Over Proposal for Hundreds of Homes in Bath Monday, September 9, 2024 bath homes development council inquiry planning decision residents dispute rejection The possibility of constructing hundreds of homes on the South Stoke plateau near Bath has become a subject of contention and uncertainty. Bath and North East Somerset Council’s rejection of plans for 290 homes led to … Read More
Controversial Bath LTN on Hold as Locals Seek Injunction Saturday, August 3, 2024 bath ltn locals injunction council traffic controversy scheme residents court A contentious plan to prevent through traffic in Bath by blocking three roads has been put on hold following a legal challenge from local residents seeking an injunction. The initiative, part of the Bath and North East … Read More
Somerset Council Proposes Changes to Council Tax Reduction Scheme Monday, July 29, 2024 somerset council tax reduction scheme consultation residents savings financial support Somerset Council is considering changes to its council tax reduction scheme in an effort to save over £6m, with the potential for cuts to support for residents effective from April 2025. Currently, the council provides … Read More
Weston-Super-Mare's Housing Development Embraces Time Capsule Tradition Thursday, July 25, 2024 weston-super-mare housing development time capsule community education partnership investment future residents In Weston-Super-Mare, a new housing development is preparing for the future by having local children bury a time capsule. The capsule, assembled by students at Parklands Educate Together Primary School, will be unearthed in … Read More
Barn Engulfed: Somerset Residents Urged to Keep Windows Shut as Fire Rages On Tuesday, July 9, 2024 somerset fire barn residents windows blaze firefighters urgent warning critical A raging fire broke out in a barn in Somerset, prompting urgent warnings for residents to keep their windows closed. Fire crews have been battling the intense flames since the early hours, struggling to contain the inferno. …