Somerset’s Coastal B3191 Road Faces Permanent Closure Amid Funding Shortfall Friday, June 6, 2025 somerset b3191 cleevehill roadclosure coastalerosion transport infrastructure community campaign tourism Residents of Somerset have just days left to object to the permanent closure of the B3191 Cleeve Hill—a crucial coastal road linking Watchet and Blue Anchor. This route has long been essential for local commuters and provided … Read More
New Taunton Transport Hub Invites Community Input on Future Facilities Thursday, June 5, 2025 taunton transport hub community council bus consultation facilities accessibility development Residents of Taunton have just a few days remaining to share their ideas on what community facilities should be included in the new town centre transport hub. Somerset Council has secured £2.7 million from the Department for … Read More
£750m Transport Investment Could Herald the Return of Trams to Bath Thursday, June 5, 2025 transport bath trams masstransit buses rail infrastructure westofengland sustainable investment Bath and North East Somerset Council has welcomed a landmark £752 million government investment in the West of England’s transport network, calling it a “turning point” for regional mobility. Labour West of England Metro … Read More
Bath and North Somerset to Receive £800 Million Boost in Regional Transport Investment Wednesday, June 4, 2025 transport investment westofengland publictransport masstransit congestion infrastructure government regionaldevelopment spendingreview sport The Government has unveiled an ambitious £800 million investment to enhance the transport network in Bath, North Somerset, and surrounding areas, as part of a broader £15.6 billion public transport upgrade across England. … Read More
Over 300 Homes Approved Near Blackdown Hills Beauty Spot After Council Withdraws Defense Tuesday, June 3, 2025 development somerset blackdownhills housing planning appeal infrastructure flooding transport education More than 300 new homes are set to be constructed on the outskirts of the Blackdown Hills following a successful appeal by Gladman Developments. The Congleton-based developer submitted outline plans last October for 315 homes … Read More
Live: A-Road Closed Near Bath Following Crash Near Pub Monday, June 2, 2025 bath crash traffic closure aroad emergency accident pub roadblock transport A major A-road near Bath has been closed in both directions following a crash close to a local pub. Traffic is currently being held up as emergency services attend the scene. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes …