Plans to revamp the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil face further delays, with the final business case unable to be submitted to the government until planning permission is granted—likely not before late 2026. Originally, Somerset …
Farmers across the West Country are raising the alarm over government plans to impose a 20% inheritance tax on agricultural estates worth over £1 million. They warn this “death tax” could irrevocably damage the future of …
Second-hand marketplace Vinted is rolling out new rules starting Monday, September 8, which could significantly affect sellers on the platform. The updated terms and conditions introduce a clause prohibiting sellers from …
Labour leader Keir Starmer has publicly supported his deputy, Angela Rayner, after she revealed that she inadvertently paid less stamp duty tax on the purchase of her second home. The controversy centers on Rayner’s £800,000 …
A family-owned holiday park business in the UK is confronting difficult decisions, including selling some of its properties and potentially making staff redundancies, due to upcoming inheritance tax reforms. Ian James, owner …
Ministers are facing criticism for excluding small English vineyards from a tax relief scheme that currently benefits brewers and cider makers. Sir Ashley Fox, the MP for Bridgwater, highlighted this issue during a …
Councillors in Bath are set to vote on Thursday regarding a proposal to introduce a local tourist tax aimed at managing the city’s heavy visitor numbers. Bath attracts approximately six million tourists annually, making it …
Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke has issued a strong warning about recent inheritance tax reforms impacting family-run farms, highlighting the threat they pose to rural communities and national food security. Representing …
Residents and business owners in Salcombe, affectionately known as ‘Chelsea-on-Sea,’ are growing increasingly concerned over recent measures by South Hams District Council that seem to target tourism—and threaten the town’s …
Bath, renowned for its historic charm and cultural heritage, prepares for another influx of tourists this summer after being named the most overcrowded tourist city in the UK. In light of rising visitor numbers, discussions …
The candidates vying to be the next West of England Metro Mayor engaged in a lively debate over the implementation of a tourist tax and housing issues at a recent hustings event in Bath. With the election scheduled for May 1 …
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 …
Somerset Council is considering changes to its council tax reduction scheme in an effort to save over £6m, with the potential for cuts to support for residents effective from April 2025. Currently, the council provides …
The future looks bleak for Somerset residents as the local council tries to avoid effective bankruptcy while grappling with a significant budget gap. Somerset Council recently proposed measures to address a shortfall of …