Ice Warning Issued in Somerset as Temperatures Plummet to -2°C Tuesday, November 18, 2025 somerset ice frost snow temperature metoffice weatherwarning coldsnap uk roads Residents in Somerset and surrounding areas have been alerted to an impending freeze, as the Met Office issues an ice warning effective from midnight on Wednesday, 19 November, until 11am. Forecasters predict that surface … Read More
MP demands parliamentary debate over Bridgwater’s worsening traffic gridlock Tuesday, November 18, 2025 bridgwater gridlock transport infrastructure parliament somerset congestion roads localgovernment onewaysystem Bridgwater’s road congestion crisis has escalated into a national concern, with the town’s MP urging Parliament to debate the mounting traffic “gridlock”. At the heart of the issue is the Cross Rifles roundabout, … Read More
Frome’s Safer School Streets Scheme Made Permanent for Lasting Child Safety Tuesday, November 4, 2025 frome school traffic safety cycling pedestrians community transport somerset roads Frome schoolchildren will benefit from safer journeys to and from school indefinitely, following the decision to make the Safer School Streets scheme permanent. Since its launch in April 2024, the initiative has transformed … Read More
Taunton Rush Hour Chaos as A358 Blocked Wednesday, October 29, 2025 taunton a358 traffic congestion rushhour delays blockage commute transport roads Commuters in Taunton faced significant disruptions during the evening rush hour after the A358 was blocked, causing extensive delays across the area. The blockage led to heavy congestion, forcing drivers to seek alternative …
Somerset Faces Challenge of Building 75,000 New Homes by 2045 Amid Local Opposition Monday, October 20, 2025 somerset housing localplan development planning councils rural roads neighbourhood government The government’s directive for Somerset to construct an astounding 75,000 new homes within the next two decades has sparked significant concern among local councillors and residents. Many argue that this target, increased by … Read More
Major Crash Near Taunton Causes Severe Traffic Delays Monday, September 8, 2025 m5 taunton crash traffic accident delays emergency congestion roads travel A serious crash on the M5 near Taunton has resulted in extensive traffic congestion throughout the area. The accident, which occurred during peak travel times, caused long delays for motorists as emergency services worked to …