Roads Remain Flooded in Somerset and Dorset Amid Persistent Rainfall Monday, February 2, 2026 flooding rain somerset dorset weather warning roads emergency floodwaters travel Flooding continues to disrupt travel in Somerset and Dorset, with numerous roads still blocked following days of relentless rainfall. Despite efforts to clear affected areas, heavy rain has persisted, overwhelming drainage … Read More
LIVE: Delays Ease on M5 as Two Lanes Reopen Friday, January 30, 2026 m5 traffic delays lanes transport commute roads highway congestion safety Traffic delays on the M5 are beginning to clear as two lanes have reopened, allowing vehicles to move more freely. Commuters can expect improving conditions and a gradual return to normal traffic flow. Authorities continue to …
Live Updates: Somerset School Closures Amid Severe Flooding from Storm Chandra Tuesday, January 27, 2026 somerset flooding stormchandra schoolclosures emergency weather safety roads disruption community Somerset is currently grappling with severe flooding caused by Storm Chandra, leading to widespread disruptions across the county. Numerous roads and residential areas have been submerged, making travel hazardous and … Read More
Somerset Roads Rated Among Best in England Despite Local Complaints of Potholes Saturday, January 17, 2026 somerset roads potholes maintenance funding transport council prevention amenities infrastructure New government data reveals Somerset’s road network ranks among the best maintained in England, earning a ‘green’ score for road condition and maintenance. However, many local residents remain unconvinced, reporting … Read More
Somerset Roads Ranked Among Best in England, but Locals Complain About Potholes Saturday, January 17, 2026 somerset roads potholes maintenance government funding transport southwest resurfacing infrastructure New government data reveals that Somerset’s road network is among the best maintained in England, yet many local residents remain skeptical. According to the Department for Transport, Somerset Council earned a ‘green’ rating … Read More
Somerset’s Road Network Ranked Among the Best Maintained in the UK Thursday, January 15, 2026 somerset roads maintenance departmentfortransport infrastructure localgovernment funding preventativecare transportpolicy roadsafety sport Somerset’s road network has been recognized as one of the best maintained across mainland UK, according to a recently published league table by the Department for Transport (DfT). Amid a £1.5 billion investment in the South … Read More