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Press Release
Jul 8

Proposed changes to Somerset taxi fares

Somerset Council has published proposed changes to the maximum fares that hackney carriage taxis can charge. Hackney carriage fares are…

Press Release
Jul 7

Somerset Council partners with Evenbreak to strengthen accessibility and inclusion across the county

Somerset Council is proud to announce a new two-year partnership with Evenbreak, a specialist inclusive…
Health and Wellbeing
Jul 7

Alcohol Awareness Week 2026: get thinking about your drinking

This year's Alcohol Awareness Week takes place from 6 - 12 July 2026 on the…

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Press Release
Jul 8

Yeovil Glovers Walk works completed

Bus passengers in Yeovil can now reach the bus station more easily after works at Glovers Walk, Yeovil have been…

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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

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