'Oppressive' 19-Bedroom HMO in Weston-super-Mare Approved by Narrow Council Vote Monday, April 20, 2026 hmo planning weston-super-mare development redevelopment council voting housing grandcentral controversy In a tightly contested decision, North Somerset councillors voted 6-5 to approve the conversion of extensions at the derelict Grand Central Hotel in Weston-super-Mare into a 19-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO). This … Read More
Bath’s Shifting Political Landscape: Could a Green or Reform MP Win in 2029? Monday, April 6, 2026 bath politics greenparty reform liberaldemocrats election progressives voting ukpolitics generalelection For decades, many believed a vote for a third party was a wasted vote. Today, that assumption feels outdated. The traditional two-party dominance, represented by Labour and Conservatives, is no longer a given. The political … Read More
Bath’s Political Landscape Shifts: Green or Reform MP Could Emerge in Next General Election Monday, April 6, 2026 bath politics election liberaldemocrats greenparty reformparty thirdparties voting parliament ukpolitics For decades, many believed that voting for a third-party candidate was a wasted effort. That notion, however, feels outdated in today’s political climate. By 2026, the idea of “third parties” seems to be dissolving … Read More
Last Chance to Vote: Somerset's Pub of the Year Friday, October 10, 2025 somerset pub voting competition community hospitality awards local pubs entertainment This is your final opportunity to vote for your favourite pub in Somerset. After months of nominations and votes pouring in, the moment to name Somerset’s Pub of the Year is almost here. Our competition, launched in July, set … Read More
Two Somerset Council By-Elections Scheduled for October Thursday, September 25, 2025 somerset by-elections council glastonbury dunster nomination voting registration candidates localgovernment Two by-elections for Somerset Council will take place on October 23, filling vacancies that have arisen due to the passing of councillor Nick Cottle and the retirement of councillor Christine Lawrence. Nick Cottle, who … Read More
Frome Named Somerset’s Best Place to Live in 2025 by Muddy Stilettos Tuesday, September 16, 2025 somerset frome lifestyle community living muddystilettos property schools culture voting Muddy Stilettos, the renowned luxury lifestyle website, has announced its 2025 Best Place to Live winners, revealing a surprising shift in the top spot for Somerset. While Castle Cary claimed the title last year, this time it … Read More