Work on a major project to upgrade the busy Dunball roundabout linking Bridgwater and Junction 23 of the M5 is set to start next month. Construction on the scheme is …
Bridgwater Town Hall Theatre Ready for Carnival Concerts
Bridgwater Town Hall theatre is all set up ready for this year’s Carnival Concerts which commence today (30 September 2024). Bridgwater Town Council has had a busy summer upgrading their …
Supporting Somerset’s unpaid carers
The vital role of Somerset’s unpaid carers has been highlighted following a successful information day. ‘Unpaid carers’ is the term used for anyone who provides unpaid help and support for others. It …
Somerset Council reveals recycling and reuse results
Somerset Council has published their latest reuse and recycling results, showing reuse is on the increase and landfill at a record low. This year (2023/24), saw 2,300 tonnes reused, an …
Submission of Expressions of Interest in devolution by Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire Councils
Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire Councils will submit expressions of interest in devolution, in response to a request from government, seeking to unlock greater powers and resources for the area. Following …
Autumn/winter opening times at Recycling Sites start in October
All 16 of Somerset Council’s recycling sites will soon revert to their autumn/winter opening schedule. From Tuesday, 1 October sites will be open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday …
Council carrying out essential repairs on key Hinkley transport artery
Council carrying out essential repairs on key Hinkley transport artery Somerset Council’s Highways Team is resurfacing sections of one of the key roads into Hinkley Point C next week. The …
Apply now for your child’s 2025 school place
Somerset parents and carers of children due to start school or move on to their next school in September 2025 are being urged to apply for their place online and …
Watch out for unpaid parking text scams
Somerset Council is warning that fraudulent text messages about unpaid parking fines have been sent to Somerset residents. The council are reminding the public that the council does not text …
Empowering Communities with Life-Saving Bleed Kits
As part of Avon and Somerset Police’s joint initiative with HeartSafe and NHS England South-West to place Emergency Bleed Kits in local communities, we are pleased to announce the installation …