Residents

Chelston

Chelston Link Road Upgrade Public Drop-in Events Announced

Wellington and nearby village residents will have three opportunities to learn about the £5.7m upgrade to the Chelston link road after public drop-in event dates were confirmed. The link road, also known as the ‘concrete …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Frome

Frome Nightspot Granted Licence Despite Local Objections

A new nightspot in Frome has been given the green light to play live music and serve alcohol, despite objections from nearby residents. Earthaus Property Ltd. obtained approval in May 2024 to convert four existing flats at 1 …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Mistake

Shop Mistakenly Applies for License in Wrong Town

A convenience store in Backwell, North Somerset, encountered a minor setback when applying for an alcohol license. In a peculiar turn of events, the store mistakenly listed its address as being in Bakewell, Derbyshire, a town …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Bridgwater

Controversy Surrounds Bridgwater Development Proposal

Plans for a major new housing development near the M5 in Bridgwater have sparked outrage among residents. Edward Ware (Bridgwater) Ltd. submitted plans for a 750-house development, a primary school, and a community facility, …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Somerset

Local Businesses and Residents Oppose Closure of M5 Link Road

Residents and business owners in Somerset are urging the local council to reconsider its plans to close an M5 link road for three months, fearing the devastating impact it may have on local businesses. The £5.7m revamp of …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Victory

Parking Permit Victory for Bath Residents

After a two-year struggle, Bath residents in Lambridge have emerged victorious in their fight for parking permits. Under the Residents Parking Zone (RPZ) scheme, Lambridge residents were initially excluded while others in …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Bath

Victory for Bath residents after two-year parking permit battle

After nearly two years of battling with the council over parking permits, Bath residents in Lambridge have achieved victory. The Residents Parking Zone (RPZ) scheme in Walcot will now allow Lambridge residents to purchase …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Bath

Have Your Say on Bath LTN

Residents of Bath only have one week left to express their opinions on the future of the Lower Lansdown Liveable Neighbourhood (LTN). The LTN, aimed at reducing speeding and enhancing safety for pedestrians and cyclists, has …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read

Wells

The Contrasting Perspectives of Life in Wells, England

Wells, England’s tiniest city, may exude charm, tranquillity, and safety, but beneath its picturesque surface lie contrasting perspectives on life in the town. The elderly population cherishes its history and serenity, …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read