Somerset Film is inviting young people aged under 25 and organisations that support young people to take part in an upcoming Youth Advisory Panel to help shape the future of …
Government confirms Council Tax cap will remain for Somerset Council
The Government has confirmed that Somerset Council will not be granted approval to increase its share of Council Tax by more than the 4.99% cap, as local councillors prepare to discuss options and set a balanced budget for 2026-27. Somerset Council has made savings of at least £50m since becoming …
Bridgwater Town Council opens applications for 2026–27 Community Grants
Each year, Bridgwater Town Council allocates funding to support organisations, clubs, societies and community groups that help build a sustainable and thriving community for local residents. These groups often address …
Somerset Domestic Abuse Service awarded Leading Lights Accreditation
Somerset Council is proud to announce that the Somerset Domestic Abuse Service has been awarded SafeLives’ Leading Lights Accreditation for another three years, following a unanimous decision by the accreditation …
Bridgwater Town Council raises concerns over series of planning applications
Bridgwater Town Council’s Planning Committee has formally raised strong objections to a number of recent planning applications, reflecting ongoing concerns around development pressures, traffic impact, unsuitable land use and the …
Residents encouraged to respond to national Adult Social Care survey to improve services
Somerset Council is asking selected residents who receive long-term council-supported care to provide feedback on their services. The council sends the Government’s Adult Social Care Survey (ASCS) to a random selection of Somerset residents annually …
Avon and Somerset Policing Precept
The Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Panel met today to consider the Police and Crime Commissioner’s proposed increase in the council tax precept for Policing. In a meeting lasting …
Health leaders highlight dangers of ketamine
Somerset Council and its Public Health team are highlighting the dangers of ketamine use – and the help available to those who need it. Ketamine use has risen in recent …
Love Your Heart – Valentine message from Somerset Public Health
Somerset Council’s Public Health team is launching a collaborative campaign with NHS Somerset around Valentine’s Day to encourage people not to take their own heart health for granted. It is …
Council moves budget meetings after Government delays funding announcement
Somerset Council is revising its budget setting timetable following confirmation from Government that the Final Local Government Settlement will now be published on 9 February 2026, a week later than …