Massive Delays on M5 Clear Following Weekend Traffic Surge Friday, May 30, 2025 m5 somerset traffic delays motorway jams travel getaway congestion transport The M5 motorway in Somerset faced significant congestion over the weekend, with delays stretching up to an hour as holidaymakers and travelers hit the road. The surge in vehicles caused major slowdowns, particularly during … Read More
Councillor Highlights Battle Against Disinformation as She Transitions from LTN Role Thursday, May 29, 2025 disinformation politics localgovernment bath community communications transport infrastructure leadership trust Manda Rigby, the councillor responsible for Bath and North East Somerset Council’s liveable neighbourhoods, has sounded a warning about the damaging effects of deliberate disinformation on public trust as she shifts roles … Read More
Campaigners Demand Safer Cycle Route Ahead of 1,400 New Homes Development in Taunton Wednesday, May 28, 2025 cycling infrastructure safety development monktonheathfield taunton council planning urbanextension transport As plans for 1,450 new homes near Monkton Heathfield in Taunton move closer to approval, local cycling campaigners are pushing for urgent improvements to a key cycle route through the area. The Somerset Council’s West … Read More
Action Ordered to Improve Safety on Deadly A30 Stretch Following Multiple Fatalities Wednesday, May 28, 2025 a30 dorset roadsafety fatalcrash coroner trafficaccident prevention transport highwaysafety yeovil A senior coroner has called for immediate action to enhance safety on a notorious section of the A30 after a series of fatal accidents have claimed four lives in just over four years. The stretch between Yeovil and Sherborne … Read More
Live Update: Major Crash Closes A36 in South West Tuesday, May 27, 2025 a36 southwest crash traffic accident diversion emergency roadclosure transport travel A serious crash has forced the closure of the A36, a key route in the South West. Authorities have issued traffic diversions to manage the flow around the affected area. Drivers are advised to avoid the stretch and follow …
Big Plans for Taunton's New Transport Hub – Have Your Say Tuesday, May 27, 2025 taunton transport bushub somersetcouncil publicconsultation infrastructure accessibility sustainabletravel community development Somerset Council is seeking feedback from bus passengers and local residents on the exciting new transport hub planned for Taunton town centre. With a £2.7 million grant from the Department for Transport (DfT), the old Tower … Read More