Reopening the vital B3191 coastal road between Blue Anchor and Watchet in Somerset is emerging as a critical priority in the county’s revised local transport plan. The road, closed indefinitely in January 2023 by Somerset …
Somerset Council is set to surface dress nearly 100 roads across the county this summer as part of its ongoing highways maintenance programme. This essential work will help prevent further road damage, enhance driver safety, …
Somerset Council has announced a £5 million investment over the next three years aimed at addressing “high-visibility” maintenance issues across the county’s road network. Approved by the council’s executive committee on …
Somerset Council has announced a £5 million investment over the next three years to address numerous visible issues affecting the county’s road network. Approved by the executive committee on April 1, the refreshed …
Taunton, a historic town in Somerset, is undergoing a remarkable transformation with the introduction of a new car-free route that spans across the town center. This innovative pathway is a central feature of a broader …
A medical emergency on the M5 led to the hospitalization of a man earlier today. Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, prompting the temporary closure of a slip road to ensure safe access and provide immediate …
Bath & North East Somerset Council is launching a major £5 million road improvement programme aimed at enhancing highway conditions throughout the region. This initiative includes nearly £1 million dedicated to resurfacing …
A multi-vehicle crash on the A361 near Frome has resulted in the road being closed in one direction. Emergency services attended the scene promptly after the incident was reported this afternoon. Drivers are advised to expect …
Concerns are mounting over possible fuel protests targeting major UK roadways, including the M4/M5 Almondsbury Interchange and the Prince of Wales Bridge. These potential demonstrations come amid surging fuel prices linked to …
Authorities have issued warnings about potential fuel protests targeting key UK motorways, including the M4/M5 Almondsbury Interchange and the Prince of Wales Bridge. These warnings follow a surge of social media posts …
Somerset’s aging bridges, tunnels, and flyovers could soon see much-needed repairs thanks to a new £1 billion funding initiative announced by the Department for Transport (DfT). This significant investment targets local …
Somerset’s aging infrastructure, including bridges, tunnels, and flyovers, may soon receive much-needed repairs thanks to a new £1 billion fund launched by the Department for Transport (DfT). This fund is specifically …
Two teenage boys have been arrested following extensive vandalism at Centurion Travel, a family-run coach company in Midsomer Norton, Somerset. The incident took place on the evening of Monday, April 13, when several coach …
The cost to reopen the Somerset railway line between Bristol and Portishead has surged to nearly £200 million. Government officials have authorized an additional £14.69 million for the project, which is already in progress. …
Two Great Western Railway (GWR) employees sustained significant injuries after being assaulted at Bath Spa train station while assisting passengers on Easter Sunday. The incident occurred around 11:22 pm on Sunday, April 5, …