The current energy crisis is having an effect on everyone, coupled with the rising cost of living. Living without mains gas can be expensive. For those who are buying home …
Somerset residents encouraged to get Covid booster before programme ends
People in Somerset are being encouraged to get their Covid-19 boosters before the scheme ends on Sunday 12 February. This affects the Autumn booster and the third primary jab booster. …
Somerset Public Health encourages residents to get tested for #HIVTestWeek
Next week marks the start of National HIV testing week (6-12 February), and Somerset County Council are encouraging anyone who may have put themselves at risk of getting the virus …
Have your say on how new Somerset Council will consult on planning and development
Somerset residents are being invited to have their say on the new Somerset Council’s approach to planning matters. The five current Somerset councils (Mendip District Council, Sedgemoor District Council, Somerset …
Somerset: Let’s Connect for Children’s Mental Health Week
During this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week (6-12 February), Somerset County Council is sharing some simple tips to encourage parents and carers to consider how they can help children to build meaningful …
Smoking in pregnancy needs to be treated as an addiction and not a lifestyle choice, say Somerset midwives
Smoking in pregnancy is a sensitive issue which needs to be treated as an addiction and not a lifestyle choice, according to health care professionals in Somerset. Recent statistics suggest …
Domestic abuse service supports record numbers of young people
Somerset County Council’s domestic abuse service has supported a record number of young people seeking support during 2022/23. Somerset Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (SIDAS) helpline took 301 calls from people …
Latest Ofsted and CQC review shows improvements in Somerset’s SEND services
An Ofsted and Care Quality Commission letter has shown improvements in Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) services in Somerset. Inspectors carried out a re-visit of the SEND Local Area …
Could you help get people to crucial medical appointments? Volunteer drivers needed urgently across Somerset
People across Somerset with no transport of their own need help to get to important medical appointments. From routine checks to cardiology and cancer-related care, these Somerset residents benefit enormously …
2023 Bridgwater Town Guide is Cycling Themed Map
2023 Bridgwater Town Guide Cycling Map Now Launched! Bridgwater Town Council has launched its tourism guide for 2023 with the first town map for many years and a special emphasis …