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Somerset plugs into new era of EV charging
May 26, 2023Climate Emergency
Press Release
A business case will be produced to unlock £3.7m from the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund which will be used fill in the gaps in Somerset’s rapidly expanding EV charging network. Data from Gov.uk indicates that there are now…
Time running out for Somerset residents who receive Pension Credit to claim £100 payment.
May 25, 2023Adults
Two thousand Somerset residents who receive Pension Credit are currently missing out on a £100 payment towards their bills. Somerset residents who currently receive Pension Credit are entitled to a £100 payment from the Household Support Fund. Somerset Council has…
Somerset’s new coastal festival set to make waves this autumn
May 18, 2023Community
Travel
A celebration of the county’s coast is at the heart of the Somerset and Exmoor Coast Festival which launches this autumn. The England Coast Path team at Somerset Council unveiled plans for the new event this week, which it’s hoped…
Get Active and Have Some Fun in Chard and Bridgwater Libraries
May 17, 2023Community
Health and Wellbeing
Somerset Libraries will soon be launching some free guided one-hour fun activity and movement sessions in Chard and Bridgwater Libraries. The sessions are particularly aimed at anyone with a health condition, but anyone is welcome to book a place. The…
Another ‘Bus It’ bonus as £2 single bus fare in Somerset is extended to the autumn
May 17, 2023Climate Emergency
Press Release
Travel
Bus users in Somerset can now travel on most routes in the county for just £2 until October 31. The major fare cut is part of a national initiative funded by the Government aimed at boosting bus use while helping…
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra partnership enables Somerset school children to experience orchestra for the first time
May 15, 2023Children and Families
Community
Press Release
Hundreds of Key Stage 1 children from across Somerset have experienced their first visit to a cultural venue and a taste of an orchestral playing thanks to a special partnership that has been developed between The Octagon Theatre and Bournemouth…
Council secures extra £5.4m for road maintenance after a year of challenges
May 11, 2023Press Release
Travel
Somerset Council has netted an additional £5.4m to carry out essential repair works across the county’s road network. This year’s extra funding from the Government recognises the unprecedented challenges facing authorities after a year of extreme weather conditions. A blistering…
Decarbonisation makeover at Wookey Primary now complete
May 11, 2023Children and Families
Climate Emergency
Work to make Wookey Primary School near Wells more energy efficient and environmentally friendly has now completed, as the school becomes the latest local authority building to receive a ‘decarbonisation makeover’. Pupils and staff at Wookey Primary can soon look…
Historic building saved for posterity
May 9, 2023Press Release
One of Chard’s most important historic buildings has been saved for posterity after being acquired by Somerset Council. Working with Historic England and Somerset Buildings Preservation Trust, the Council has made sure the future of the property, The Old Courthouse,…
Somerset Schools celebrate Arts and Wellbeing
May 9, 2023Children and Families
Events
Health and Wellbeing
Public Health
A fantastic event was held on Wednesday 19 April to celebrate the end of a project in Somerset schools, supporting wellbeing through creativity. The event, held in Millfield School in Street, marked the conclusion of the School’s Wellbeing and Arts…
Next phase in £16.6m traffic lights programme part of an ‘overdue investment in network’
April 28, 2023Press Release
A major county-wide Somerset Council scheme to replace traffic signals at the end of their working life has been given the green light to extend to further sites this year and next. So far traffic lights at junctions and crossings…
Join us for weekend of Coronation celebrations
April 26, 2023Community
Events
Health and Wellbeing
Press Release
A host of artists and performers from across Somerset will be taking part in a weekend of celebrations to mark the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort on 6 and 7 May. There will…
City break escape is new bonus lottery prize
April 26, 2023Press Release
Somerset West Lottery is taking part in an initiative that could secure a city break for the lucky winner. It is the new, national bolt-on prize – the third prize initiative to launch this year. Everyone who signs up to buy…
Penny Farthing shaped bike racks installed in Somerset
April 24, 2023Climate Emergency
Community
Health and Wellbeing
Press Release
Travel
Bike racks, shaped as Penny Farthing bicycles, have been installed across Somerset East area (formerly Mendip District Council) as a legacy gift to residents. A consultation for local residents asked where they would like bike racks installed and over 180…
Flushing away inequalities – accessible toilet arrives in Glastonbury
April 21, 2023Adults
Community
Press Release
Glastonbury residents and visitors with disabilities can now enjoy a stress-free visit to the famous town, thanks to a new Changing Places toilet pod installed in St John’s Car Park. Last year Mendip District Council was successful in applying for government…
Soft plastic recycling collections piloted in parts of Frome
April 20, 2023Waste
A small-scale pilot of the collection of plastic bags and wrapping for recycling will be starting in Somerset next month – for invitees only. Following the success of expanded Recycle More collections, Somerset Council successfully bid to be part of…
How a small Somerset town grew its care and volunteer workforce and brought in a cool £1m in unclaimed benefits
April 19, 2023Adults
Press Release
A small Somerset town has brought in more than £1.4m in unclaimed benefits and seen its community care workforce expand from just 3 to 35 since its homegrown care scheme was established in 2018.Wiveliscombe – or ‘Wivey’ as it’s known…
Coronation celebrations unveiled
April 13, 2023Somerset Council in collaboration with Taunton Town Council is planning a two-day celebration to mark the Coronation of King Charles III over the weekend of 6 and 7 May 2023. People will be able to watch the Coronation of His…
Bus use on rise as operator is praised for making timely improvements
April 6, 2023Climate Emergency
Press Release
Travel
Figures show more people in Somerset are choosing to ‘Bus It’ following the introduction of lower fares and evening buses as part of Somerset Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP). Somerset Council’s Lead Member for Transport and Digital, Cllr Mike…
Hazardous B3191 cliff road expected to remain closed indefinitely
February 24, 2023Travel
A clifftop road near Watchet is set to remain closed indefinitely for safety reasons on expert advice. Somerset Council initially closed the B3191 at Cleeve Hill on 12 January following the results of a geotechnical survey. Now more detailed inspections…