Safety

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 m5 caravan crash overturn traffic delays congestion emergency road safety

A significant disruption on the M5 has been cleared after a caravan crashed and overturned, causing extensive delays. The incident led to long queues, with drivers facing miles of stationary traffic. Emergency services …

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 play outdoors children health wellbeing schools safety community policy playgrounds

Campaigners are pushing to remove barriers that prevent children from enjoying outdoor play, aiming to improve their health and wellbeing. This includes calling for the removal of “no ball games” signs that are … Read More

Monday, June 9, 2025 m5 motorcycle car accident collision traffic road safety emergency motorway

The M5 motorway experienced significant delays today due to a collision involving a motorbike and a car. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, ensuring the safety of those involved and clearing the wreckage as … Read More

Sunday, June 8, 2025 rave arrests quarry police publicorder illegal frome music safety community

More than a dozen people were arrested following an illegal rave attended by approximately 200 revellers at Asham Quarry in Bulls Green, Chantry, near Frome. Avon and Somerset Police responded to complaints from local … Read More

Friday, June 6, 2025 driving dangerous police chase bridgwater drugs conviction speeding bans safety

Dean Lawrence, 50, from Chard, has been banned from driving following a high-speed police chase in Bridgwater, where he was caught driving under the influence of drugs. The incident unfolded at approximately 2:15 a.m. on … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 missing teenager search mcdonalds police alert community safety urgent investigation

Authorities and volunteers are actively searching for Alex, a 15-year-old teenager who was last seen at a McDonald’s restaurant on Monday, June 2. Concerned family members reported Alex missing after failing to make …