Somerset

Sunday, July 14, 2024 somerset bus partnership services meeting operators funding transport event public transport

Somerset Bus Partnership is urging all bus users to participate in a crucial public online meeting scheduled for Monday, July 15, at 7 pm via Zoom. The meeting will address the anticipated impacts on bus services in 2024 and … Read More

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 somerset fire barn residents windows blaze firefighters urgent warning critical

A raging fire broke out in a barn in Somerset, prompting urgent warnings for residents to keep their windows closed. Fire crews have been battling the intense flames since the early hours, struggling to contain the inferno. …

Sunday, July 7, 2024 somerset housing development local plan public consultation planning mendip district rural sites infrastructure

Residents in East Somerset have a limited time to provide feedback on revised plans to introduce nearly 750 new homes in their local area. Mendip District Council has identified a total of 37 sites as potential locations for … Read More

Friday, July 5, 2024 general election liberal democrats glastonbury somerton victory sarah dyke constituency rural communities west country somerset comeback

The Liberal Democrats have made a significant comeback in the West Country, clinching victory in the Glastonbury and Somerton seat during the general election. Sarah Dyke, who previously won the Somerton and Frome by-election … Read More

Thursday, July 4, 2024 somerset general election 2024 polling stations mps voting democracy political landscape polling locations registered voters electoral process

Today, the residents of Somerset will exercise their democratic right as they head to the polling stations to cast their votes for new Members of Parliament in the General Election 2024. The polling stations are open from 7am … Read More

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 somerset development homes planning approval urban extension monkton heathfield council infrastructure pedestrian access

The approval of more than 30 new homes near the M5 in Somerset is a significant development, especially with the backdrop of the site where over 1,400 additional homes are planned. Brandon Jeffery submitted the application in … Read More