Somerset Council2 hrs agoSomerset in 'most challenging' places to be a childA government review of youth provision found children in Somerset faced a number of issues.2 hrs ago3 hrs agoPM backs mayor and devolution plans in Wessex regionAndy Burnham offers to meet councillors in the region so they can "move quickly" towards devolution.3 hrs ago2 days agoSupermarket plan refused to protect bats and newtsPlanning officers say not enough evidence was provided on how wildlife would be protected.2 days ago13 Oct 2026Rough sleeper pledge a 'big task' for rural areasPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants every rough sleeper to have a bed by Christmas.13 Oct 202611 Oct 2026Council to write off £95m SEND spending deficitSomerset Council agrees a plan with the government as demand for SEND services increase.11 Oct 20269 Oct 2026Tourism bosses say EDF 'failing' them over PontinsSomerset tourism bosses say more needs to be done to mitigate the use of Pontins by Hinkley workers.9 Oct 20268 Oct 2026Group 'guarding' derelict cinema told to leaveThe occupiers claimed they were protecting the abandoned building from thieves and vandals.8 Oct 20268 Oct 2026Why are parking charges increasing across Somerset?Parking charges will go up around 10% in January before new charges and further increases are introduced later in 2027.8 Oct 20268 Oct 2026'Relief' as cuts to young carers' funding scrappedA young carer's mum says the decision to scrap the funding cuts feels like a 'weight has been lifted'.8 Oct 2026...
