AI to Drive £23m in Budget Cuts for North Somerset Council Wednesday, June 24, 2026 ai budget council northsomerset transformation productivity ethics government technology cuts North Somerset Council is exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage £23 million in budget cuts projected over the next four years. In response to growing financial pressures from rising social care … Read More
Closed Bridgwater Pub Set to Become New Convenience Store Monday, May 25, 2026 bridgwater pub convenience somerset planning development retail jobs community transformation The Sportsman, a well-known pub in Bridgwater, located at 73 Bath Road, is poised to be transformed into a convenience store, pending approval of new planning proposals. After closing its doors in late November 2025, … Read More
400-Year-Old Somerset Pub Revitalized as Community Library Saturday, May 23, 2026 somerset pub library historic community heritage renovation transformation education culture A 400-year-old pub in Somerset that had been left empty has been beautifully transformed into a community library. This remarkable renovation breathes new life into the centuries-old building, preserving its rich heritage … Read More
400-Year-Old Somerset Pub Revitalized as a Community Library Saturday, May 23, 2026 somerset pub library historic transformation community heritage preservation books revitalization A 400-year-old pub in Somerset, long left empty and neglected, has been beautifully transformed into a welcoming community library. This historic building, once a lively gathering spot for locals, has been given a new lease … Read More
Somerset Council Reveals Nearly £19 Million Spent on Consultants Over Three Years Monday, May 18, 2026 somerset consultants spending council transparency localgovernment budget governance transformation publicservices Somerset Council has disclosed that it spent nearly £19 million on consultants over the past three years, council leader Bill Revans revealed in a recent meeting. Since its establishment in April 2023, the council has … Read More
Somerset Mum Loses 17st After Eye-Opening Health Realisation Friday, April 17, 2026 weightloss transformation addiction recovery health diet exercise motivation therapy somerset Mia Rose, a 49-year-old mother of two from Somerset, faced a harsh wake-up call after years of heavy drinking, drug use, and unhealthy eating habits left her weighing 26.5 stone. For 14 years, Mia’s weekends were marked by … Read More