20mph Speed Limit Proposed for Taunton Town Centre Thursday, April 2, 2026 taunton speedlimit roadsafety cycling pedestrians traffic urbanplanning gardentown somerset localcouncil Taunton town council is considering introducing a 20mph speed limit across parts or possibly the entirety of the town centre to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists. The proposal was brought forward by local resident … Read More
20mph Speed Limit Considered for Taunton Town Centre to Enhance Safety Thursday, April 2, 2026 taunton speedlimit roadsafety pedestrians cyclists trafficdata gardentown somersetcouncil urbanplanning communitysafety Taunton town council is exploring the possibility of introducing a 20mph speed limit across parts—or potentially all—of the town centre to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. At the recent annual town meeting held at … Read More
A358 Crash Near Hatch Beauchamp Causes Prolonged Road Closure Monday, March 30, 2026 a358 crash somerset closure traffic hatchbeauchamp accident emergencyservices roadsafety traveldisruption A serious crash on the A358 near Hatch Beauchamp has forced police to close the road in both directions. Authorities warn that the closure is expected to last for several hours, causing significant disruption for motorists … Read More
£100,000 Scheme Launched to Protect A358 near Ilminster from Flooding Monday, March 30, 2026 flooding infrastructure a358 ilminster donyatt somerset drainage river isle roadsafety The A358, a key route running from Chard to Ilminster, is set to receive vital flood protection under a new £100,000 initiative. This main road, particularly the section crossing the River Isle near Donyatt, has experienced … Read More
Live Update: Unsafe Building Causes Road Closure in Bath City Centre Monday, March 9, 2026 bath citycentre traffic closure unsafebuilding emergency commuters roadsafety delays authorities An unsafe building has prompted authorities to close a central road in Bath, leading to significant traffic delays. Commuters and local residents are experiencing queues as emergency services work to secure the area. Drivers …
242 New Taunton Homes Approved Amid Controversy Over Spine Road Design Tuesday, March 3, 2026 taunton staplegrove housing development infrastructure planning flooding roadsafety community somerset The first phase of the significant Staplegrove urban extension in Taunton has received planning approval, with 242 new homes set to be built despite heated debate over the design of the new spine road. The development, now … Read More