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Tuesday, January 27, 2026 timsbury housing development planning infrastructure traffic affordablehousing community bath objections

Plans to build 170 homes in the small village of Timsbury, North East Somerset, have met strong opposition from local residents who argue that the village’s infrastructure cannot support such growth. Developer Waddeton … Read More

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 m5 traffic crash delays accident emergency drivers road safety transport

Traffic has begun to flow again on the M5 after a crash caused significant delays. Drivers should continue to expect slower than usual travel times as emergency services clear the scene and assess the area. Motorists are …

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 a30 flooding exeter stormchandra roadclosure traffic downpour weather emergency travel

The A30, a key route near Exeter Airport, has been completely closed to traffic due to severe flooding caused by Storm Chandra. Torrential downpours have inundated the road, making it unsafe for vehicles and disrupting travel … Read More

Friday, January 23, 2026 somerset burnham-on-sea crash fatality police pedestrian collision investigation traffic emergency

A woman in her 70s tragically died in a car crash in Burnham-on-Sea on the evening of Thursday, January 22. The collision, which involved a pedestrian and a vehicle, occurred on Berrow Road at 7:19 pm. Avon and Somerset … Read More

Friday, January 23, 2026 somerset flooding stormingrid roadclosures traffic warnings emergency weather rains safety

Storm Ingrid has brought heavy rains and strong winds to Somerset, causing significant flooding across the region. Authorities have issued numerous road closures and warnings to keep residents safe as water levels continue to … Read More

Thursday, January 22, 2026 m5 sliproad crash traffic closure delays emergency transportation accident congestion sport

A crash on the M5 has led to a partial closure of one of its slip roads, causing significant traffic slowdowns in the area. Drivers are advised to expect delays and to plan their journeys accordingly. Emergency services are …