Somerset Faces “Astronomical” Challenge to Build 75,000 Homes by 2045 Monday, October 20, 2025 somerset housing localplan neighbourhoodplans development planning government communities rural infrastructure The government’s directive for Somerset to build an overwhelming 75,000 new homes over the next 20 years has sparked concern among local councillors and residents, who warn the target is unrealistic and risks ignoring local … Read More
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
Learners Face Six-Month Waits for Driving Tests Amid Major Backlogs Tuesday, October 14, 2025 driving backlog learners testcentres delays rural somerset wiltshire transport survey Learner drivers in Somerset and Wiltshire are facing unprecedented delays of up to six months to book practical driving tests, revealing a system struggling to cope with overwhelming demand. New data highlights severe … Read More
Small Somerset Villages Unite to Preserve Rural Heritage and Shape Future Growth Saturday, October 11, 2025 somerset villages neighbourhood plan rural development community heritage planning housing sustainability Residents of several small villages in Somerset are preparing to vote on a new plan that will influence how their communities develop over the next ten years. After extensive consultation, the Oake Neighbourhood Plan is set … Read More
Small Somerset Villages Unite to Preserve Rural Heritage and Guide Future Growth Saturday, October 11, 2025 somerset neighbourhoodplan rural development community heritage conservation housing planning referendum Residents of four Somerset villages are gearing up for a crucial vote on a new neighbourhood plan designed to shape the future of their communities over the next decade. The Oake Neighbourhood Plan, which covers the villages … Read More
Winter NHS Crisis Demands Urgent Action, Warns Somerset MP Friday, October 10, 2025 nhs ambulance emergency healthcare winter parliament delays resources rural crisis Somerset MP Sarah Dyke took a hands-on look at the pressures facing emergency services by spending a day riding along with an ambulance crew in Glastonbury. On September 29, the Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and … Read More