DEFRA Chair Visits Somerset Farm to Address Agricultural Challenges and Innovations Saturday, May 31, 2025 defra farming somerset agriculture foodsecurity greenenergy regulations sustainability mps rural Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee Chair Alistair Carmichael MP recently visited Landmark Farm in Wanstrow, Somerset, to engage directly with local farmers about the challenges and opportunities in sustainable … Read More
Farming Veterans and Future Stars Honoured at 160th Bath and West Show Launch Friday, May 30, 2025 bathandwest farming veterinary community awards agriculture rural show legacy talent The 160th Bath and West Show opened with heartfelt recognition for individuals who have shaped the farming community and supported the show for decades, alongside emerging stars in veterinary medicine poised to lead the … Read More
MP Warns Sudden Farm Tax Reforms Threaten Food Security and Family Farms Thursday, May 29, 2025 inheritance farmers agriculture foodsecurity tax reforms somerset efra government rural Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke has issued a strong warning about recent inheritance tax reforms impacting family-run farms, highlighting the threat they pose to rural communities and national food security. Representing … Read More
Somerset Villages Face Decline Without More Jobs for Young People Monday, May 26, 2025 somerset villages employment youth economy councillor ai university rural gentrification Villages throughout Somerset are at risk of decline unless urgent action is taken to create local employment opportunities for young people, warns Liberal Democrat councillor Matt Martin. Somerset Council’s recently published … Read More
Somerset Villages Face Decline Without Jobs for Young People, Warns Councillor Monday, May 26, 2025 somerset villages employment youth housing economy ai education rural jobs Villages across Somerset are at risk of decline unless more local jobs are created to retain young people, a local councillor has cautioned. Somerset Council recently released its economic prosperity strategy, outlining plans … Read More
Somerset Libraries Face Crisis as Rural Communities Bear the Brunt Monday, May 19, 2025 libraries somerset rural community funding volunteers digitalinclusion publicservices literacy crisis During a Westminster Hall debate on May 14, MPs delivered urgent warnings about the fragile state of the UK’s public library system, focusing on the severe challenges faced by rural libraries. Budget cuts, declining staff … Read More