A disabled nurse in Somerset is facing significant challenges accessing public car parks following the installation of new height barriers. Chloë Hammond, 34, who uses a wheelchair and drives a specialised van equipped to …
The future of Bridgwater’s much-anticipated Celebration Mile remains uncertain following nearly a year of extensive roadworks. The project, led by contractor Taylor Woodrow and backed by a £9 million government-supported …
Somerset Council has confirmed that Holyrood Academy is “highly likely” to lose some of its playing fields to accommodate a new primary school in Chard. The decision comes as part of the extensive development plans within the …
A £6 million flood defence project has been approved to shield homes, schools, and businesses along the River Tone from future flooding. Somerset Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency, will install reinforced …
A significant £6 million flood defence scheme has been approved to protect homes, schools, and businesses along the River Tone in Taunton from future flooding events. This project involves constructing reinforced concrete …
The proposal to redevelop key car parks near Yeovil town centre has drawn sharp criticism from local Conservative councillor Lucy Trimnell, who describes it as “a terrible blow” to businesses and residents reliant on car …
Plans to redevelop key car parks near Yeovil town centre have sparked strong opposition from local representatives and business advocates, who warn the move could severely impact accessibility and trade in the area. Somerset …
Proposals to close up to 600 parking spaces in Yeovil town centre to make way for 300 new homes as part of a £24 million regeneration scheme have sparked fears among local traders that the High Street could be fatally harmed. …
Somerset Police have opened a formal investigation into the troubled Glastonbury regeneration project, centering on the refurbishment of the Red Brick Building on Morland Road. This development, part of the £23.6 million …
A much-anticipated street party in Bridgwater, originally planned to celebrate the completion of the town’s ‘Celebration Mile’ roadworks, has been postponed by six months due to ongoing construction delays. The ‘Celebration …
The much-anticipated street party in Bridgwater, originally planned to celebrate the completion of the town’s ‘Celebration Mile’ roadworks, has been postponed for six months. The delay comes as Somerset Council and contractor …
A takeaway in Bridgwater has had its premises licence revoked after three illegal workers were discovered operating at the business. Deluxe Pizza, located at 73 High Street in Bridgwater town centre, offers burgers, pizzas, …
A Somerset couple is set to challenge the refusal of their housing development plans near the A38 in West Huntspill. In January 2024, Mr. and Mrs. Marratty submitted an application to build eight homes on their property at 9 …
Somerset Council has announced that there will be no rubbish or recycling collections on Bank Holiday Monday, 25 August. As a result, all collection days across the council area will be delayed by one day for that week. For …
The Canon Street Car Park in Taunton will be fully closed today following reports of alarming driver behaviour amid ongoing maintenance and resurfacing work. Although the project began on Monday, August 18, with intentions to …