More host families are needed in Somerset to help support Ukrainian refugees who have been forced to flee their country. Since the Homes for Ukraine scheme was launched in March …
Industrial action called off
The proposed strike action by Somerset waste collection crews has been called off. This follows a positive response to a Unite ballot of its members on an improved pay offer …
Government funding for Somerset’s road to nature recovery
Somerset Council has been given the lead role in developing a plan to protect and enhance nature and wildlife in Somerset. The Council has been appointed by the Department for …
Hinkley Connection Project
Transformer delivery on 23 July 2023 National Grid is building a new 57 kilometre, high voltage electricity line between Bridgwater and Avonmouth to connect six million homes and businesses to …
Huge investment for the Gravity site and in the Bridgwater area.
Cllr Mick Lerry, Mayor of Bridgwater welcomes the news of a huge electric car battery factory to be built near Bridgwater. Cllr Lerry says “Finally the Government has agreed to …
Traffic signals work complete at busy Bridgwater locations
Work to renew traffic lights and crossings in the centre of Bridgwater as part of a multi-million Somerset-wide package has been completed on time and on budget. The Somerset Council …
Industrial action suspended.
Strike action by Somerset waste collection crews has been suspended for two weeks pending a union ballot. Talks today between the Unite union and Suez UK – the Council’s collections …
Somerset Council welcomes applications for funding for rural businesses and organisations
Businesses and organisations in Somerset are being encouraged to find out if they are eligible for capital funding grants aimed at supporting businesses and community infrastructure in rural areas. The …
Majority of ‘sandwich bars’ tested in breach of new allergen law
Some 100 sandwich shops, delis and bakeries tested across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay. Businesses, such as delis or bakeries who prepare then package food for sale, are being urged …
Council braced for disruption as waste strike looms
Somerset Council is asking for patience as the county faces major disruption to its waste collections if strikes go ahead next week. Industrial action by members of the Unite union …