Somerset NHS Trust Among 14 Named in National Maternity Investigation Monday, September 15, 2025 somerset nhs maternity neonatal investigation healthcare safety trusts equality improvement Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, alongside 13 other hospital trusts across England, has been named in a national investigation probing longstanding failures in NHS maternity and neonatal services. This comprehensive review is … Read More
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park Closes Due to Severe Weather Sunday, September 14, 2025 longleat safari adventure park closure weather winds safety visitors lancashire Longleat Safari and Adventure Park, one of England’s premier visitor attractions, has announced a temporary closure due to hazardous weather conditions. Located in Longleat, Wiltshire, the park will remain closed on … Read More
Air Ambulance Called as Triathlon Cycling Leg Is Suspended Due to Serious Incident Sunday, September 14, 2025 triathlon incident airambulance emergency langport cycling racenation suspension safety event The cycling segment of the Langport Triathlon was abruptly cancelled today following a serious incident on the race route. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, were dispatched to the scene, necessitating the … Read More
Somerset Maternity Crisis Sparks Outcry as Parents Feel Abandoned by Local Services Saturday, September 13, 2025 somerset maternity healthcare crisis ydh parents closure staffing safety reopening Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has condemned the ongoing maternity care crisis in Somerset as “absolutely shameful” during a visit to a baby sensory class in Ilminster. Accompanied by Yeovil MP Adam Dance on … Read More
Police Chief Issues Stark Warning on Wiltshire Police Funding Shortfalls Friday, September 12, 2025 wiltshire police funding crime commissioner councillors drones counciltax responsetime safety Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson delivered a sobering update to the Swindon and Wiltshire councillors on September 11th, revealing the serious financial challenges facing the county’s police … Read More
Reopening of Special Care Baby Unit at Yeovil District Hospital Moves Closer Friday, September 12, 2025 scbu yeovil paediatrics maternity somerset nhs healthcare safety recruitment improvement The reopening of the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Yeovil District Hospital (YDH) is making significant progress following its temporary closure on 19 May. The closure, which also affected the inpatient maternity service, … Read More