Frome's green spaces to be managed locally under Somerset devolution deal Tuesday, April 22, 2025 frome somerset devolution green spaces local control budget town council parish councils services community management Frome residents will soon have closer control over their local green spaces as part of the latest ‘devolution deal’ with Somerset Council. The unitary authority, facing a £100m budget gap, reached out to town and … Read More
Local MP's Generosity Supports Dozens in Minehead Through Citizens Advice Thursday, April 17, 2025 mp citizensadvice donation support minehead services generosity westsomerset funding impact Many residents in Minehead and the neighboring villages have received valuable support from Somerset’s Citizens Advice service, thanks to the generosity of their local MP. Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for … Read More
Uncertainty Surrounds Future of Vital Care Service for Families Thursday, April 17, 2025 bath north east somerset care respite families closure council continuity support services The future of Newton House, a crucial respite care service for families with young adults having the most complex care needs in Bath and North East Somerset, is in question as its looming closure has left parents worried … Read More
Street Post Office Set to Reopen After Surprise Closure Wednesday, April 16, 2025 street post office reopen closure services community whsmith restoration branch antoinette chitty Following the unexpected closure of the Street Post Office located at 85 High Street, Street, BA16 0DT, the community will soon have access to postal services once again. The branch, which was previously housed within the … Read More
Council Challenges CQC Rating, Cites Inexperienced Inspectors Tuesday, April 15, 2025 council cqc rating inspectors care services inexperienced dispute performance improvement Bath and North East Somerset’s “requires improvement” rating from the Care Quality Commission has sparked a debate, with council care chiefs attributing the rating to inexperienced inspectors rather than the … Read More
Somerset Council Approves 'Astronomical' 7.5% Council Tax Hike Thursday, March 6, 2025 somerset council tax hike budget government financial services social care revenue Somerset Council has approved a significant council tax increase of 7.5%, following special permission granted by the government to exceed the normal tax limit. Despite the hike, over 550 council staff members are set to be … Read More