As climate change drives more frequent and intense heatwaves across the UK, councils are exploring practical ways to make urban spaces more comfortable. One simple yet effective idea resurfacing is the return of traditional …
Nestled in the heart of Somerset, a charming village known for its scenic beauty has long struggled with severe traffic congestion. Now, a £105 million infrastructure project is underway to ease the bottleneck and restore the …
Campaigners are urging Bath to become England’s first city to enforce a comprehensive 20mph speed limit. The city was an early adopter of the 20mph restriction, with the northern side of the River Avon set to have the limit …
Campaigners are pushing for Bath to become England’s first city to enforce a full 20mph speed limit throughout its streets. The city has already taken significant strides, with the 20mph limit set to cover the entire north …
The Southern edge of Frome is poised for significant transformation as the Selwood Garden Community (SGC) — a planned development of 1,700 new homes — has been officially put up for sale. The expansive site, currently …
Somerset Council has confirmed that a vital £6 million flood defence project protecting large parts of Taunton town centre won’t start until early 2027. The delay affects the highest priority element of the wider Taunton …
South Gloucestershire and North Somerset are on the brink of their most significant transformation in generations, as five major new towns are planned to reshape rural landscapes near Bristol. This ambitious wave of …
Yeovil town centre is set to welcome a fresh touch of greenery just in time for the football World Cup. Following the recent demolition of the Glovers Walk shopping centre, Somerset Council is preparing to open a temporary …
Somerset is set to welcome up to 580 new council homes by April 2030, marking a significant investment in affordable housing. This initiative, outlined in Somerset Council and Homes in Somerset’s new housing development …
Somerset Council, in partnership with Homes in Somerset, has announced a plan to deliver up to 580 new council houses across the county by April 2030. While this commitment promises to expand social housing options, not all …
Taunton, a historic town in Somerset, is undergoing a remarkable transformation with the introduction of a new car-free route that spans across the town center. This innovative pathway is a central feature of a broader …
Taunton town council is exploring the possibility of introducing a 20mph speed limit across parts—or potentially all—of the town centre to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. At the recent annual town meeting held at …
Taunton town centre may soon see the introduction of a 20mph speed limit, aimed at improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists. The proposal emerged during the annual town meeting held at the Brewhouse Theatre on March 24, …
The planned community hub at the Isleport Grove housing development in Highbridge faces potential cancellation due to a lack of interest in managing the facility once it is built. Countryside Partnerships, the developer …
Plans for a sprawling new housing development consisting of 2,000 homes are set to take shape next to the £3.5 million residence owned by a famous Harry Potter actor. While the project promises to bring growth and new …