Bath Spa Train Services Disrupted Due to Freshford Bridge Strike Friday, May 8, 2026 bathspa train cancellations disruption freshford bridge strike delays passengers transport Train services to and from Bath Spa are facing extensive cancellations and delays following a strike affecting the Freshford bridge. Commuters are advised to expect prolonged disruption as repairs and negotiations continue. …
North Somerset Set to Decide on Joining West of England Combined Authority Amid Government Pressure Wednesday, May 6, 2026 northsomerset weca combinedauthority localgovernment avon mayor consultation transport funding democracy Next week, North Somerset councillors will make a critical decision on whether the area should join the West of England Combined Authority (WECA). The final council vote on May 12 will determine if North Somerset becomes part … Read More
Push for More Buses at Somerset Hospital Thwarted by Helipad Regulations Wednesday, May 6, 2026 somerset musgrove hospital buses helipad regulation transport aviation safety nhs Plans to increase bus services at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton face challenges due to strict government regulations linked to the hospital’s helipad operations. Since opening in May 2010, the hospital’s helipad … Read More
Push for More Buses at Somerset Hospital Hindered by Helipad Safety Rules Wednesday, May 6, 2026 somerset buses hospital helipad transport regulations musgrove healthcare council accessibility Efforts to increase bus services to Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, one of Somerset’s key healthcare facilities, have hit a roadblock due to national helipad safety regulations. Since its installation in May 2010, the … Read More
Push for More Buses at Somerset Hospital Hindered by Helipad Regulations Wednesday, May 6, 2026 musgrove helipad busservices somerset hospital regulations transport somersetcouncil caa taunton Efforts to increase bus services to Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton have been complicated by government regulations related to the hospital’s helipad operations. Since May 2010, Musgrove Park has benefited from a working … Read More
Key Details as M5 Closed for 12 Hours Following Tanker Crash Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 tanker crash motorway traffic closure emergency transport congestion delays The M5 motorway was closed for nearly 12 hours after a serious tanker crash caused major disruption. The accident led to significant traffic congestion, with some drivers trapped in stationary queues for much of the day. … Read More