1,700 New Homes Approved for Frome Amid Local Opposition Sunday, April 12, 2026 frome housing development sustainability planning affordablehousing infrastructure localgovernment environment transport Frome is set to welcome 1,700 new homes over the next 15 years following the central government’s approval of the Selwood Garden Community (SGC) development. The project, which has drawn fierce criticism from local … Read More
1,700 New Homes Approved for Frome Amid Local Democracy Concerns Sunday, April 12, 2026 frome housing development selwood affordablehousing localdemocracy infrastructure planning sustainability community The central government has approved the development of 1,700 new homes in Frome over the next 15 years, sparking backlash from local councillors and activists who call the decision a “mockery of local democracy.” … Read More
Roman Baths Offer £1 Entry for Key Benefit Claimants Thursday, April 2, 2026 romanbaths benefits affordableaccess heritage sustainability universalcredit socialcare bathtourism discounts council The iconic Roman Baths in Bath are launching a new £1 entry ticket for individuals receiving key benefits. Starting this Easter holiday, those on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or Employment Support Allowance (ESA) can … Read More
Campaigners Urge More Permanent Flood Pumps on Somerset Levels Monday, March 30, 2026 somerset flooding pumping environment infrastructure flooddefense sustainability community drainage climate Somerset’s internal drainage boards are intensifying efforts to persuade the Environment Agency (EA) to install more permanent pumps across the Somerset Levels. This push comes in response to the severe flooding … Read More
Bath Council Faces Pressure to Abandon Net Zero Housebuilding Standards Wednesday, March 25, 2026 netzero bath sustainability planning environment housing energy carbon council policy Bath and North East Somerset Council, known for enforcing some of the country’s strictest energy efficiency standards in new housing, may soon be compelled to abandon its “net zero” building requirements. These regulations … Read More
Grove Park Café in Weston-super-Mare Seeks New Team to Revitalize Historic Venue Wednesday, March 25, 2026 grovepark westonsupermare café entrepreneurship community heritage sustainability localproduce parkrevitalization hospitality Grove Park Café, nestled within the Victorian Grade II listed Grove Park in Weston-super-Mare, is searching for passionate entrepreneurs to take over its operation. This opportunity comes as part of North Somerset … Read More