Somerset Council has awarded a new contract for its No1 bus service between Yeovil and Shepton Mallet. The agreement which followed a tendering process is with current operator South West Coaches and will offer a revised version of the service…

A leading youth voice advocate has been celebrated at a special event attended by Somerset Council staff and councillors. At the event, which was held at County Hall, Taunton, on 16 February, Josh Lancaster (aged 18) was celebrated for his…

On 1 March, children in Somerset who are starting secondary school in September 2024 discovered which school they will be attending. Parents and carers who have applied for places online will be emailed with their offer of a school place,…

The Leader of Somerset Council has described plans which could see Somerset become the UK’s biggest producer of electric vehicle (EV) batteries as ‘momentous’ and of global significance. Agratas, a new business within the Tata Group, has today started writing…

Somerset Council is undertaking a formal consultation to review and reconsider housing sites for at least 505 dwellings in the Mendip area following a High Court Order to make amendments to the Mendip Local Plan Part 2 (LPP2). The consultation…

Repair and reuse in Somerset are being boosted by a new Community Action Groups (CAG) network that launches next month in Shepton Mallet. The Somerset network officially launches to the public on Saturday 9 March – and the team invite…

Chard Local Pantry celebrated their 1st Birthday on Saturday 24 February. Chard is part of the Somerset Local Pantry Network (SLPN), who buy and collect surplus food and make it available to members for a low weekly fee. Each local…

Somerset Council’s Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP) is active in some areas of Somerset. During this period of severe weather, the Council is seeking to provide emergency accommodation for rough sleepers to prevent harm or death due to the severe…

Leading a healthy life in Somerset has just got a little easier – thanks to a new website launched by Somerset Council’s Public Health Team. The new site – www.healthysomerset.co.uk – is easy to use and features health and wellbeing…

Somerset Council and First Bus South which operates Buses of Somerset have reached an agreement to ensure four routes in the county can continue to run for another year. The four services, 58, 54, 28, and 25 were at risk…

Somerset Libraries are being cited as examples of excellence nationally in an independent review of English Public Libraries carried out by Baroness Sanderson. This review features six examples and case studies from Somerset, covering community libraries, health initiatives, digital innovation,…

Somerset Council has voted through plans to set a balanced budget for the coming financial year, but received a stark warning of significant challenges in the years ahead.  Described as a “budget to avoid a S114 notice”, Members agreed to…

To make visitors and residents trips’ to Burnham-on-Sea, Brean and Berrow beaches and Apex Park even more enjoyable, Somerset Council arranges for various businesses to trade on or near the beach or park. Somerset Council is in the process of…

Press release issued on behalf of the South West Heritage Trust. ‘Under the Surface’ is an exhibition of photographs by renowned Somerset-based photographer Matilda Temperley, reflecting on 10 years since the devastating floods of 2013-14. It is on display at…

Family life and raising children can be both rewarding and challenging. Somerset Council’s Public Health nurses play a crucial role in promoting healthier lifestyles and preventing illness among families. To further enhance their support system, the Public Health Nursing teams…

Motorists are being warned that the A358 near Hatch Beauchamp will remain closed in both directions until this afternoon (Thursday 15 Feb) for emergency repairs and resurfacing. The works follow a collision yesterday and motorists will need to find alternative…

Love is in the air at Victoria Park Local Pantry (VPLP) in Bridgwater as volunteers celebrate one year of serving the community on 14 February. is part of the Somerset Local Pantry Network (SLPN), who buy and collect surplus food…

Work by Somerset Council to repair a collapsed embankment next to the B3224 in Exmoor is progressing well. The latest images from Roundwaters between Exford and Wheddon Cross underline the scale of the task for the Council’s contractor Walters. Work…

Plans to improve the busy Dunball roundabout in Bridgwater next to the M5 Junction 23 have moved a step closer as Somerset Council looks to appoint a contractor. The project will see an upgraded roundabout with traffic lights at this…

Over half of all strokes and heart attacks in Somerset are caused by high blood pressure. Known as the silent killer, high blood pressure is quick and simple to diagnose and to treat. So don’t delay – get tested now…