Somerset Council have announced big changes to their recycling collection service for households that have a communal recycling collection. The changes will begin in March for around 13,000 households and …
Residents invited to shape the future of social care in Somerset
Somerset Council is calling on residents, unpaid carers, and organisations to have their say in shaping the future of care and support across the county. Its current Adult Social Care …
Bridgwater Town Council invites local Stallholders for 2026 events programme
Bridgwater Town Council is preparing its 2026 events programme and is inviting local stallholders to register their interest in taking part. The Council is keen to showcase a wide range …
Misuse of Play Areas
Bridgwater Town Council is disappointed to report the inappropriate use of several of its children’s play areas, resulting in safety concerns, damage to equipment, and significant disruption for families who …
Somerset Council Housing Options Appraisal: Recommendation
Since April 2023, Somerset Council, which owns in excess of 10,000 homes, has operated via two models of housing management after bringing together the services of the former Sedgemoor and …
Major incident declared in response to heavy rain and flooding
A major incident has been called in Somerset as agencies step up their response to Storm Chandra. Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and emergency services are working together to support …
Bus service improvements proposed
Somerset Council is considering supporting a range of new and existing proposals aimed at improving bus provision in the county – including better integration with rail services – under the …
Local Voices, Big Heart: Bridgwater Comes Together for Brick by Brick Premiere
Over 200 people attended Scott Cinemas in Bridgwater on Wednesday night for the premiere of a new short film created with the people who live and work in Bridgwater, called …
Have your say on Green Lane proposals
Somerset Council is inviting people to share their views on proposed changes to key local routes across the county. The routes are a selection of rural and edge of residential area locations that provide an opportunity to improve access to the countryside and wider Somerset landscape. The proposals are …
Bridgwater Town Council Sets Budget and Precept for 2026/27
Bridgwater Town Council has approved its budget for 2026/27, confirming a 5% Town Council precept as part of its annual financial planning. For a Band D household, the change to …