Somerset to Simplify Bus Ticketing with National ‘Project Coral’ Roll-Out Wednesday, May 20, 2026 somerset bus ticketing projectcoral transport multioperator publictransport peninsulatransport dft connectivity sport Bus travel in Somerset is set for a major upgrade as the government prepares to launch ‘Project Coral,’ a scheme aimed at simplifying bus ticketing by allowing passengers to use one ticket across multiple bus operators. This … Read More
M5 Chaos Erupts Following Car Fire Near Bridgwater Monday, May 18, 2026 m5 bridgwater traffic carfire emergency motorway delay firefighters commute transport A car fire on the M5 near Bridgwater caused extensive traffic delays, bringing the busy motorway to a standstill for several hours. Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze, which erupted mid-morning, prompting lane … Read More
M5 Chaos After Car Fire Near Bridgwater Monday, May 18, 2026 m5 bridgwater carfire traffic delays emergency roadclosure firefighters congestion transport A car fire on the M5 near Bridgwater caused significant disruption, leading to slow-moving traffic for several hours. Emergency services promptly responded to the blaze, ensuring the safety of those involved and working to … Read More
Closing Minehead Care Training Facility Would Be a Colossal Mistake, Say Councillors Monday, May 18, 2026 minehead socialcare training somersetcouncil westsomerset nhs healthcare transport community regeneration Conservative councillors have strongly condemned the potential closure of the social care training facility in Minehead, calling it a “colossal mistake” that would seriously harm the local community. Somerset … Read More
Closing Minehead Care Training Facility Called a ‘Colossal Mistake’ by Opposition Councillors Monday, May 18, 2026 minehead somerset socialcare training council nhs westsomerset health regeneration transport Conservative councillors have voiced strong opposition to the potential closure of the social care training facility in Minehead, warning it would be a “colossal mistake” with damaging consequences for west … Read More
Months of Roadworks Commence on the A38 Today Monday, May 18, 2026 a38 roadworks infrastructure traffic delays construction transport safety travel commute Starting today, extensive roadworks will begin on the A38, expected to last for several months. These improvements aim to enhance traffic flow and increase safety along this busy route. Drivers should anticipate delays, lane … Read More