‘Hero’ Taunton Lorry Driver Blocks Road to Save Woman Clinging to Bridge Thursday, February 26, 2026 taunton heroism rescue bridge lorry compassion police traffic safety community A lorry driver in Taunton joined other courageous motorists in a heroic effort to help a distressed woman perched on a bridge along the Toneway. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed that one person was safely rescued from the … Read More
Winifred’s Lane Closure in Bath to Remain Despite Rising Traffic Concerns Thursday, February 26, 2026 winifredslane bath traffic liveableneighbourhoods closure scrutiny council pedestriansafety community transportation sport The decision to permanently close Winifred’s Lane in Bath has been upheld following a council scrutiny panel vote that dismissed calls to reopen the road. This move comes despite warnings from residents who claim the closure … Read More
A303 Lorry Collision Causes Diversion as Spilled Hay Bales Are Cleared Wednesday, February 25, 2026 a303 lorry collision haybales diversion traffic emergency cleanup road transport A collision between two lorries on the A303 has caused significant disruption, with a diversion in place as emergency services clear spilled hay bales from the road. The incident occurred earlier today, resulting in traffic … Read More
A303 Reopens Following Early Morning Lorry Collision Wednesday, February 25, 2026 a303 collision traffic lorries roadclosure accident transport highway emergency reopen The A303, a key transport route, was temporarily closed this morning after two lorries collided. Authorities swiftly responded to the incident, ensuring the safety of all involved. Traffic was disrupted for several hours but …
Proposed Changes to A361 After Multiple Fatalities Tuesday, February 24, 2026 a361 somerset roadsafety speedlimit frome traffic transportation collisions council consultation sport Somerset Council has announced plans to reduce the speed limit on the A361 Frome bypass after five fatal collisions occurred there in the past five years. The council is proposing to lower the current 60mph limit to 50mph and … Read More
Proposed A361 Speed Limit Reduction Aims to Improve Safety After Fatal Collisions Tuesday, February 24, 2026 a361 somerset frome speedlimit safety collisions roadworks traffic transport council Somerset Council is considering a reduction in the speed limit on the A361 Frome bypass in response to five fatal collisions that have occurred there over the past five years. The proposed changes include lowering the speed … Read More