Revolutionary Transformation of Taunton's Debenhams Building Earns Top Design Award Saturday, July 6, 2024 taunton debenhams housing circular economy design sustainability regeneration davidson prize architecture transformation An ambitious and visionary project proposing the transformation of the old Debenhams building in Taunton into a housing and circular economy hub has secured the prestigious 2024 Davidson Prize in the design ideas competition. … Read More
Major Delays: Lorry Crash Causes M5 Traffic Standstill near Taunton Friday, June 28, 2024 m5 traffic standstill lorry crash taunton congestion delays commuters emergency services A lorry crash near Taunton has brought traffic on the M5 to a standstill, causing major delays for commuters. Emergency services are at the scene, but motorists are advised to seek alternative routes if possible. The exact …
Efforts Underway to Reopen Riverside Footpath in Taunton Town Centre Wednesday, June 26, 2024 taunton riverside footpath town council reopening river tone rights of way somerset council community residents The Taunton Town Council is making strides to reopen a vital footpath that runs along the River Tone through the town center. This footpath used to serve as a direct link from the Riverain Lodge retirement complex to key … Read More
Increase in Taunton Bus Fares Despite Growing Passenger Numbers Friday, May 3, 2024 taunton bus fares somerset council transport park and ride passenger increase funding Despite a significant surge in passenger numbers, bus fares in Taunton are set to increase from June 1. Somerset Council, which currently subsidizes bus tickets in Taunton using funds from the Department for Transport (DfT), … Read More
Taunton's £11m Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation Welcomes First Tenants Tuesday, April 30, 2024 taunton innovation somerset digital business development funding facility regeneration tenants After several years of planning and construction, the Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation (FCDI) in Taunton is set to welcome its first tenants within weeks. The Somerset County Council initiated the £11m project in … Read More
MP Raises Concerns Over Closure of Yeovil Stroke Unit Thursday, April 25, 2024 dorset mp stroke unit closure yeovil dorchester taunton nhs somerset healthcare patients The closure of the hyper-acute stroke unit at Yeovil Hospital has sparked concerns from Dorset MP Chris Loder. Loder alleges that the new stroke services at Dorset County Hospital may not be ready before the existing services … Read More