The cost of reopening the Somerset railway line connecting Bristol and Portishead has surged to nearly £200 million. Government ministers recently approved an additional £14.69 million for the project, reflecting the ongoing …
Bob Baker, a retired resident of Pill, North Somerset, is facing the loss of his treasured garden shed due to the construction of a new railway station by Network Rail. The shed, located at the end of his garden, has been his …
Kay Millar, a 29-year-old teacher from Frome, Somerset, who uses a wheelchair, says sweeping changes to the Motability scheme threaten to confine her to her home. The updated rules, coming into effect later this year, will …
Kay Millar, a 29-year-old teacher from Frome, Somerset, who uses a wheelchair, warns that recent changes to the Motability scheme will force her—and many others—into isolation. With mileage allowances being reduced and steep …
Plans to build a 500-bed campus for staff at Somerset’s new £4 billion gigafactory have been placed on hold, according to a senior contractor involved in the project. Located within the Gravity enterprise zone between Puriton …
Campaigners are urging the West of England Mayor to oppose Bristol Airport’s plans to expand its capacity to 15 million passengers per year. The airport has applied for permission to increase annual flights to 100,000, but …
Train services in Somerset have been suspended at Castle Cary due to a tragic incident, causing significant delays and cancellations across the region. The closure of these lines has disrupted travel plans for passengers …
A serious collision on the M4 in Wiltshire has brought traffic to a standstill, causing extensive queues in both directions. Emergency services are currently on the scene managing the situation, but motorists are being …
The A37 near Shepton Mallet has reopened after being temporarily closed due to a crash. Authorities have cleared the scene, and traffic is now flowing normally. Drivers are advised to remain cautious while passing through the …
The A358 in Somerset has reopened after a crash near a local campsite caused significant disruption. Authorities responded promptly to the incident, working to clear the scene and restore traffic flow. Motorists were warned …
The decision to permanently close Winifred’s Lane in Bath has been upheld following a council scrutiny panel vote that dismissed calls to reopen the road. This move comes despite warnings from residents who claim the closure …
Somerset Council has announced plans to reduce the speed limit on the A361 Frome bypass after five fatal collisions occurred there in the past five years. The council is proposing to lower the current 60mph limit to 50mph and …
Bath and North East Somerset Council considered deploying traffic wardens on electric bicycles to patrol Bath, aiming to enhance enforcement efficiency and reduce costs. Currently, parking enforcement officers use cars and …
A crash on the M5 has led to a partial closure of one of its slip roads, causing significant traffic slowdowns in the area. Drivers are advised to expect delays and to plan their journeys accordingly. Emergency services are …
A park-and-ride facility near the popular Quantock Lakes wedding venue in Nether Stowey, Somerset, could remain operational until 2030 if EDF Energy’s latest application is approved by Somerset Council. Originally granted …