A message from the Mayor of Bridgwater Hello, I am Cllr Leigh Redman, Mayor of Bridgwater. In November I was lucky enough to take up the role of Mayor. As …
Grant boost to help Somerset’s foodbanks meet Winter demand
Extra funding has been made available to support Somerset’s foodbanks which have been playing a vital role throughout the coronavirus pandemic. In order to provide extra support this winter, grants …
Are you or your loved ones being targeted by scams?
If you are worried about becoming a victim, or have responded to scams in the past, this guide sets out some practical things you can do to prevent criminals contacting …
2020 Bridgwater Christmas shop window
Christmas shop window The Mayor, Cllr Redman, was proud to be asked to tour Bridgwater’s town centre to judge the Bridgwater Town Council supported Christmas window display competition. Cllr Redman …
Spark Somerset volunteering
Spark Somerset runs the county wide volunteer service. They have recently launched Spark a Change: a new free digital volunteering platform designed to help people use their time and skills …
Advice and resources available for communities to take action for insects
Insects are a critical part of our ecosystems but today 41% of insect species face extinction in England. Populations have been decimated by habitat loss, the impacts of pesticides and …
New Somerset Disability Engagement Service
A new service, launching this week, aims to make it easier for people with disabilities in Somerset to make their voices heard. The Somerset Disability Engagement Service, run by AJM …
Over £4 million awarded to local projects
An incredible £4 million* has been awarded to local initiatives in Somerset since the Hinkley Point C (HPC) Community Fund was launched in 2017. Val Bishop, Programmes Director at Somerset …
New Mayor of Bridgwater
At the annual meeting of Bridgwater Town Council on Thursday 19 November, Councillor Leigh Redman was elected as Mayor of Bridgwater. The meeting was held on Zoom. This is Councillor …
Somerset’s Climate Emergency
Plans published on Somerset’s Climate Emergency following public feedback Draft plans have now been drawn up on how Somerset will tackle the changing climate in a brand-new Climate Emergency Strategy, …