Providing For Expeditions

Somerset County Council’s Rights of Way Service looks after nearly 4,000 miles of footpaths, bridleways and byways – exactly the help that you need as you explore this wonderful county.

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Providing Shelter

Through Somerset County Council hundreds of young people are being fostered, offering them shelter during difficult times, a stable home and the chance to lead a rich and full life.

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Providing For Growth

Through its new Local Initiatives Budget and existing Community Budget, this year Somerset County Council is allocating £1.1 million to community-driven projects that meet local needs.

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Providing Independence

As we get older it can sometimes become harder to maintain the quality of life we are used to. Support from Somerset County Council helps over 8,000 older people live independent lives in their own homes.

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Providing Energy

Somerset County Council has helped schools develop renewable energy schemes to provide clean power and teach children about the benefits of sustainable energy.

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Providing for the Future

Around 200 Somerset schools have gained National Healthy Schools Status, making sure their pupils are learning the benefits of healthy eating, physical activity and healthy lifestyles.

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Providing for Generations

Somerset County Council has opened 33 Children’s Centres across the county, investing £10 million to provide early education, childcare, health and family support to families with children aged 0-5 years in their local community.

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Providing beginnings, middles and ends

Every year 34 libraries and 6 mobile libraries lend over 3 million books, albums and films to people across Somerset. Somerset County Council also provides library collections in older people’s homes, playgroups, day nurseries and other community centres.

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