Updated Plans Submitted for 47 New Homes on Wells’ Western Edge Thursday, June 18, 2026 wells housing development planning somerset acorn affordable infrastructure community transport Revised plans have been submitted for a development of 47 new homes on the western edge of Wells, following changes in local planning policy that opened the door for approval. In August 2023, Wells LVA LLP and Little Burcott … Read More
No Funding Secured for Crucial Study to Reconnect West Somerset Railway to Mainline Trains Thursday, June 18, 2026 westsomersetrailway transport ruraleconomy publictransport raillink somersetcouncil infrastructure governmentfunding heritagerailway economicgrowth sport Central government has declined to provide funding for a critical study aimed at reconnecting the West Somerset Railway (WSR) with mainline train services. The WSR, a heritage railway, operates between Bishop’s … Read More
Somerset Councillor Admits Blocking Village Lane with Tractor Amid M5 Closures Tuesday, June 16, 2026 somerset m5 closure councillor tractor traffic nationalhighways roads transport police A Somerset councillor has openly admitted to blocking a local road using his tractor and trailer during a recent extended closure of the M5 motorway. The closure, which lasted several hours, compounded ongoing traffic issues … Read More
M5 Traffic Resumes Flow After Police Incident Monday, June 15, 2026 m5 traffic police incident delay road transport travel safety highway Traffic on the M5 has begun to ease after a temporary stop caused by a police incident. Drivers experienced delays while authorities managed the situation, but normal traffic conditions have now resumed.
Miles of M5 Traffic in Somerset After Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Lanes Monday, June 15, 2026 m5 somerset traffic accident crash delay motorway lanes emergency transport Significant delays have hit the M5 in Somerset this morning after a multi-vehicle crash forced the closure of several lanes. Motorists faced traffic jams extending for miles as emergency services worked to clear the scene. … Read More
M5 Traffic Returns to Normal Following Vehicle Overturn Sunday, June 14, 2026 m5 traffic vehicle overturn recovery emergency safety roadway transport incident Traffic on the M5 has begun to ease after a vehicle overturned earlier today. Emergency services responded promptly, ensuring the safety of those involved and managing the recovery operation. The overturned vehicle has now …