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Press Release
Sep 1

Strategy sets clear vision for Somerset’s economic future

A far-reaching strategy that will help drive economic prosperity in Somerset over the next 20 years is published today. The…

Press Release
Aug 27

Junction 26 and A38 Chelston Link Road to reopen ahead of schedule

A £5.7 million Somerset Council scheme to replace a deteriorating 51-year-old concrete road is progressing…

Climate Emergency
Aug 27

Milestone for electric vehicle charging network

Plans to introduce on-street electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints, and expand Somerset’s overall EV charging network,…

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Press Release
Sep 5

Sedgemoor revenues and benefits system to be offline for 3 weeks during upgrade

Somerset Council is migrating its system for council tax, benefits and business rates, with the legacy Mendip area being the…

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Bus it - you know it makes sense!

Somerset Council is joining forces with the Somerset Bus Partnership which represents passengers to encourage more people in the county to use the bus

Find out how you could save money

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