A major incident has been called in Somerset as agencies step up their response to Storm Chandra. Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and emergency services are working together to support …
Bus service improvements proposed
Somerset Council is considering supporting a range of new and existing proposals aimed at improving bus provision in the county – including better integration with rail services – under the …
Local Voices, Big Heart: Bridgwater Comes Together for Brick by Brick Premiere
Over 200 people attended Scott Cinemas in Bridgwater on Wednesday night for the premiere of a new short film created with the people who live and work in Bridgwater, called …
Have your say on Green Lane proposals
Somerset Council is inviting people to share their views on proposed changes to key local routes across the county. The routes are a selection of rural and edge of residential area locations that provide an opportunity to improve access to the countryside and wider Somerset landscape. The proposals are …
Bridgwater Town Council Sets Budget and Precept for 2026/27
Bridgwater Town Council has approved its budget for 2026/27, confirming a 5% Town Council precept as part of its annual financial planning. For a Band D household, the change to …
Free Workshops and Activities for Families Across Bridgwater
Bridgwater families are in for a treat this February half-term, with a fantastic programme of free activities and workshops designed to inspire creativity Running from Monday 16 February to Saturday …
Final chance to have your say on Somerset’s Domestic Abuse Strategy
Residents, organisations, and professionals across Somerset are being urged to share their views before the public consultation on the county’s new Domestic Abuse Strategy closes on 26 January. Somerset Council is developing …
Health visitors to offer childhood vaccinations at home as part of national NHS pilot
Health visitors in Somerset are now able to offer routine vaccinations to children in their homes as part of a national NHS pilot. The year‑long pilot aims to help families …
Bridgwater Town Council Recommends Refusal of HMO Conversion
At its meeting on 15 January 2026, Bridgwater Town Council’s Planning Committee considered a planning application proposing the conversion of 41 Taunton Road from a dwellinghouse into an 8‑bedroom House …
Somerset Council launches first annual food survey
Somerset Council’s Public Health team has opened a survey which will help to build a picture of the food habits of residents in the county. The results of the survey …
