Why Reopening the Portishead Railway Line Is Essential: A Personal Journey Sunday, April 26, 2026 portishead railway transport travel commuting infrastructure urban reopening sustainability connectivity On my recent journey to Portishead, I experienced firsthand the challenges facing commuters in the area—a situation that underscores the urgent need to reopen the railway line. Traveling the 32-mile distance took … Read More
My Journey to Portishead Highlighted the Urgent Need to Reopen the Railway Line Sunday, April 26, 2026 railway portishead transport reopening commute infrastructure travel publictransport congestion sustainability sport Recently, I took a trip to Portishead and was struck by how inefficient the current travel options are. Despite being only 32 miles away, my journey took as long as a trip to London would, revealing just how crucial it is to … Read More
Welcome to Portishead, the YIMBY Capital of the UK Saturday, April 25, 2026 portishead yimby growth development community transport railway lido marina britain The term NIMBY—Not In My Backyard—often carries a negative connotation, describing those who resist large-scale changes in their communities despite recognizing their necessity. While many towns struggle with opposition to … Read More
Chard Relief Road Advances as 67 New Homes Get Approval Friday, April 24, 2026 chard reliefroad housing development somerset affordablehomes planning environment infrastructure transport Progress on Chard’s long-anticipated eastern relief road (ERR) took a significant step forward following the approval of plans for 67 new homes. The proposed development, submitted by Mr. R. and Mrs. C. Blackburn in December … Read More
New Commercial Units Approved in Bridgwater, Bringing More Jobs Near M5 Thursday, April 23, 2026 bridgwater commercial development jobs somerset construction housing planning transport economy Bridgwater is set to welcome new job opportunities with the approval of additional commercial units on the outskirts of the town. The Bridgwater Gateway development, situated north of the A38 Taunton Road near junction 24 of … Read More
Bath Residents Voice Opposition to New Parking Zone Proposals Wednesday, April 22, 2026 bath parking residents consultation rpa zones lambridge grosvenor council transport Residents in Bath have expressed strong opposition to proposed new residents' parking zones (RPZs) in Lambridge and an extension of existing zones into the Grosvenor Place area. Bath & North East Somerset Council … Read More