Fostering in Somerset is calling on more residents to consider fostering and help children and young people stay close to the people, places and support networks that matter most to …
Somerset Council approves update to maximum taxi fares
Somerset Council has approved an update to the maximum fares licensed taxi drivers can charge across the county. The changes reflect increases in operating costs and the cost of living …
Somerset celebrates Recovery Month 2026: Recovery is possible, recovery is worth celebrating
September 2026 marks Recovery Month, an annual National campaign that celebrates the achievements of people recovering from alcohol and drug dependence, raises awareness of the benefits of recovery and challenges …
Somerset Coucnil Executive approves plans for major health and care training partnership in Somerset
Councillors at Executive today (2 September 2026) approved new proposals for a health and care training and innovation facility in Somerset. Somerset Council’s Executive Committee were asked to approve the …
Somerset Volunteer Groups Urged to Apply for Royal Award
Charities and voluntary groups in Somerset, North Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset are being encouraged to apply for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS), the equivalent of …
Bridgwater Mayor praises outstanding Bridgwater College results
The Mayor of Bridgwater, Cllr Leigh Redman, has congratulated students and staff at Bridgwater College following an exceptional set of A Level, T Level and Technical Professional qualification results this …
Extension of temporary changes to fridge and freezer recycling in Somerset
Somerset Council and its recycling site operator, Biffa have extended the one-appliance-per-household limit for fridges, freezers and other cooling appliances at Somerset’s 16 recycling sites throughout September. This limitation has …
Youth Hubs helping young people feel safe across Somerset
In the last year, more than 3,000 young people have attended Somerset Youth Hubs, which offer welcoming places to talk about personal and community safety. Youth Hubs are free weekly …
Community chooses the films for Bridgwater’s first outdoor cinema at St Matthews Field
Almost 600 residents helped choose the films for Bridgwater’s first-ever outdoor cinema at St Matthew’s Field on Saturday 12 September, with family favourites Sing and The Greatest Showman winning the …
Community remembers lives lost to suicide as Walk for a Life marks fifth year
Members of the Somerset community are invited to join Somerset Council’s Walk for a Life in Taunton as it returns for a fifth year on Saturday 5 September. Organised by …