Somerset Council2 days agoBeach parking fees lifted to boost visitor numbersThe scheme aims to help businesses affected by the loss of a major holiday park in Somerset.2 days ago2 days agoPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire at derelict siteFirefighters believe the blaze at one of Somerset's most "significant regeneration opportunities" was deliberate.2 days ago2 days agoRefuse timetable changes amid 30k missed collections Somerset Council has apologised to households affected by "weeks of collection challenges".2 days ago4 days agoMum 'frustrated and tearful' at wait for EHCPSomerset Council is set to approve one-off funding of £5.3m to tackle its EHCP backlog. 4 days ago25 Jun 2026'Minging' offices to become hospital staff flatsA council office block criticised for its appearance is to become flats for hospital staff.25 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Council set to lose £90m in property sell-offSomerset Council has sold assets to pay for day-to-day services like adult social care.24 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Gritter lorry catches fire near schoolTwo fire crews are currently tackling a fire near a Somerset school.24 Jun 202622 Jun 2026Fountains that could not run in heatwaves reopenThe water feature needs extra monitoring in temperatures above 25C.22 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Council set to lose tens of millions on property salesThe authority is set to make a £90m loss after selling off properties bought as commercial investments.19 Jun 2026...
