Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has formally requested a meeting with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to discuss an ambitious tidal lagoon project in her constituency. The £11 billion …
Traffic on the A303 in Somerset has been released following a closure caused by a collision. National Highways temporarily held vehicles to allow emergency services, including police, to respond safely to the incident. …
Traffic on the M5 motorway in Somerset is easing after earlier reports of severe delays. Authorities had alerted drivers to significant congestion caused by an incident, which resulted in slow-moving traffic and extended …
Traffic congestion near the hospital in Bath has eased following a crash earlier this morning. Commuters experienced significant delays, but flow returned to normal just before 11 AM as emergency services cleared the …
North Somerset Council has expressed frustration, stating that the government has effectively “forced our hand” by mandating increased housing targets that compel development on protected greenbelt land. The council’s latest …
Two bus lanes in Weston-super-Mare will be temporarily suspended to alleviate congestion during extensive roadworks scheduled from May 2026 to January 2027. The planned works along the B3440, Queensway, and Bristol Road in …
Any alterations to Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile won’t be enacted until summer 2026 following a full council vote in Somerset. This decision comes after extensive public discontent over recent traffic system changes funded by …
A serious crash has resulted in the closure of a key A-road near Stonehenge in both directions. Motorists are advised to expect long delays and seek alternative routes where possible. Emergency services are currently at the …
A busy A-road was reopened today after it was temporarily closed due to a crash during rush hour. The incident occurred close to a well-known tourist attraction, causing significant disruption for commuters and visitors …
Taunton’s highly anticipated ‘park and bus’ facility along the A38 is slated to open by Christmas, according to a key local councillor. This new transport hub forms a crucial part of the Orchard Grove development—a major …
An accident on an A-road near Weston-super-Mare caused significant disruption earlier today. Emergency services responded promptly, and the road was temporarily closed to manage the incident and ensure safety. Fortunately, …
A crash on the A38 in Somerset has caused significant disruption to traffic, resulting in long delays for motorists. Emergency services are currently at the scene, working to clear the incident and restore normal flow. …
Efforts to revive Somerset’s historic rail connections took an important step forward this week as Rachel Gilmour, MP for Tiverton and Minehead, met with Rail Minister Lord Hendy to discuss plans to reconnect the West …
A significant upgrade to the A303 in Somerset has earned top honours at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) South West Engineering Awards 2025. The £155 million dualling of the 3.5-mile stretch between Sparkford and …
A crash has caused significant disruption on the main road near the Somerset-Wiltshire border. Traffic is partially blocked in both directions as emergency services attend the scene. Drivers are advised to expect delays and …