Shop Mistakenly Applies for License in Wrong Town Tuesday, April 29, 2025 mistake license town council residents application alcohol objection hearing location 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 … Read More
North Somerset Council Supports Vulnerable Residents with £100 Food Vouchers Tuesday, April 29, 2025 somerset council funding support vouchers residents vulnerable assistance scheme household North Somerset Council is taking steps to support vulnerable households in the region by providing £2,305,042.89 from the government’s Household Support Funding. The funding is aimed at aiding families, pensioners, and … Read More
Controversy Surrounds Bridgwater Development Proposal Friday, April 25, 2025 bridgwater residents homes m5 development controversy housing traffic infrastructure viability 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, … Read More
Scathing Criticism for 'Fleeceholder' Management Companies as Service Charges Skyrocket Friday, April 25, 2025 fleeceholder management service charges residents mp leaseholders legislation transparency financial mismanagement rmg Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, Sarah Dyke, addressed Parliament, shedding light on the plight of local leaseholder residents burdened by exorbitant service fee hikes and restrictive contracts. One such … Read More
Local Businesses and Residents Oppose Closure of M5 Link Road Thursday, April 24, 2025 somerset council business residents road closure funding community infrastructure economy 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 … Read More
Parking Permit Victory for Bath Residents Thursday, April 24, 2025 victory bath residents parking permits lambridge rpz scheme council green party 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 … Read More