Somerset Council Commits £20 Million to Consultants to Rescue Budget Monday, September 15, 2025 somerset council transformation budget consultants newton finance localgovernment services innovation Somerset Council has approved a £20 million contract with Newton Consulting Ltd. to advance its ongoing transformation programme, despite concerns from councillors and the public. The deal aims to confront mounting financial … Read More
Police Incident Halts Train Services in Somerset Tuesday, September 9, 2025 somerset trains police incident transport disruption safety travel emergency services Train services across Somerset have been temporarily suspended due to an ongoing police incident. Authorities are actively managing the situation to ensure public safety, and passengers are advised to seek alternative travel …
Somerset Wedding Venue to Expand with New Bridal Services Saturday, September 6, 2025 somerset wedding venue expansion bridal planning services oldoakfarm curryrivel ruraleconomy Old Oak Farm Wedding Venue, a cherished location on the Somerset Levels, is preparing to expand its services for brides following recent planning approval. Andy and Rebecca Jones, who have managed the venue in Curry Rivel … Read More
I Visited the M5’s Worst Motorway Service Station—And Was Shocked by the Empty Car Park Monday, August 18, 2025 motorway services m5 bridgwater wanderingturnip youtube vlogger travelodge carpark ghosttown YouTuber and travel vlogger David Burnip, known as Wandering Turnip, recently set out to investigate one of the UK’s most disliked motorway service stations, located just off the M5 near Bridgwater. This particular stop has … Read More
Somerset Council Funds 82 Bus Services to Keep Communities Connected Sunday, August 10, 2025 somerset bus subsidies transport council routes publictransport wales infrastructure services sport Somerset Council will provide subsidies for 82 bus services throughout this year to maintain essential transport connections for local communities. These subsidies support routes that would otherwise be unprofitable, enabling … Read More
Residents Demand Clear Answers on Crewkerne Hospital Bed Future, Says MP Wednesday, July 16, 2025 crewkerne hospital inpatient nhs beds community healthcare services mp protest Concerns are mounting over the future of Crewkerne Community Hospital as local MP Adam Dance urges urgent assurances to protect its inpatient beds. Responding to mounting public worries, Mr. Dance revealed he has received … Read More