M5 Junction 26 Link Road Closure Sparks Warning of Prolonged Summer Traffic Disruption Friday, May 9, 2025 m5 chelston somerset roadworks traffic junction26 wellington a38 infrastructure rubblisation Somerset Council is set to begin an extensive three-month upgrade of the Chelston link road, connecting M5 Junction 26 to Wellington and nearby business parks. The project, which has been delayed for nearly five years despite … Read More
MPs Call for Government Backing on New South West Railway Stations Thursday, May 8, 2025 railway transport devon somerset cullompton wellington infrastructure development economy publictransport sport MPs representing Devon and Somerset have intensified their campaign for new railway stations in Wellington and Cullompton, ahead of a crucial government announcement expected after June 11. Both stations, paused for review … Read More
Somerset Railway Station Site Secured Despite Government Uncertainty Tuesday, May 6, 2025 somerset wellington railway development infrastructure phosphates environment housing transport planning sport Land designated for Somerset’s newest railway station, planned for Wellington, will remain protected even if the government opts not to proceed with the £15 million project, according to local developer West of England … Read More
South West's Rail Campaign for Station Funding Reaches Westminster Friday, April 25, 2025 south west rail campaign funding appeal westminster reopening wellington cullompton delegation parliament government A delegation of 30 individuals from the South West recently made a direct plea to Parliament, urging the government to allocate funding for the construction of new railway stations in Wellington and Cullompton. Organized by … Read More
Renowned Somerset Actor Named Wellington Film Festival Patron Wednesday, April 23, 2025 somerset actor james purefoy wellington film festival patron cinema british taunton Renowned British actor James Purefoy, widely recognized for his outstanding performances in Rome, The Following, and Fisherman’s Friends, has been appointed as the Patron of the Wellington Film Festival. This announcement … Read More
Aldi Plans New Store in Somerset Town Wednesday, April 23, 2025 aldi somerset store supermarket expansion development wellington consultation retail job opportunities Aldi is in the process of seeking approval to open a new store in Wellington, Somerset. The proposed location, off Chelston Roundabout south of the A38, is part of a commercial development site. According to Elliott Saunders, … Read More