This is an exciting time for innovative businesses in the digital economy as the brand new purpose-built Firepool Centre for Digital Innovation (FCDI) is set to officially open its doors in Taunton. Owned and operated by Somerset Council, FCDI has…

Somerset Council has appointed Classic Builders (South West) Ltd as the main contractor of Phase B and Ci of the North Taunton Woolaway Project (NTWP). At a meeting of Executive on 6 March, Members appointed the contractor following a procurement…

The upcoming Easter weekend means changes to recycling and rubbish collections across the county. Collections that would usually happen on Good Friday, 29 March, will take place on Saturday, 30 March instead. There are no collections on Easter Monday, 1…

Rowbarton Local Pantry in Taunton celebrated their 3rd birthday on Saturday 23 March. Rowbarton is part of the Somerset Local Pantry Network (SLPN), who buy and collect surplus food and make it available to members for a low weekly fee.…

Somerset Council has been awarded £316,700 of grant funding from Phase 2 of the government’s Swimming Pool Support Fund (SPSF). The ringfenced money from Sport England and the National Lottery will be used to install new energy efficiency measures in…

Somerset Libraries will be launching its new Neurodiversity book collection next month to coincide with the start of Autism Acceptance Week. In addition, a special author event will be taking place at Yeovil library on 20 April when local neurodivergent…

Essential repairs in Bishops Lydeard have been completed more than a week ahead of schedule, meaning an early reopening of Cothelstone Road. A 24/7 road closure has been in place since late January to allow Somerset Council’s contractor, Karesa Construction,…

New electric buses will serve communities in the county thanks to a joint funding bid by Somerset Council and First Bus South and huge investment from the operator. The 25 new double-decker and single decker buses will be funded by…

With Glastonbury Town Deal starting to deliver its exciting projects this year, residents and businesses are invited to the annual Open Day on Saturday 13 April. Taking place in Glastonbury Town Hall from 11am to 3pm the event will offer…

Purple chairs are being installed in libraries across Somerset to provide a clear beacon of safety for women and girls. The ‘Purple Chair Scheme’ provides a safe space for women and girls to get information about health and wellbeing, as…

The popular Somerset town of Chard is nearing completion of a major revitalisation programme, unlocking Chard’s potential as a unique place to live, work and visit. The final push is on!

Repair and maintenance works are being carried out on the former Bridgwater Hospital site at Salmon Parade in Bridgwater. These are very early works and contractors have been initially appointed to remove debris caused by recent trespass activity and to…

Cannington, Glastonbury and Yeovil in Bloom groups in Somerset have become finalists of the national Britain in Bloom gardening competition. Established by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), the Britain in Bloom initiative celebrates the best of community gardening. Yeovil in…

Somerset has renewed its commitment to carers with a refreshed strategy, launched at an event in Taunton.   On Tuesday 19 March, Somerset Council joined forces with NHS Somerset and community organisations to launch the strategy explaining their ongoing commitment to…

This Food Waste Action Week, Somerset Council and SUEZ are helping the county’s Local Pantry members go the extra mile to reduce food waste. Fridges set to the correct temperature can help food stay fresh for up to three days…

Somerset Council is continuing to help businesses to reduce their carbon emissions and, in turn, save money on their energy costs through the extension of two pioneering schemes. Launched in October, the ‘Go Green Scheme’ and the ‘Somerset Green Business…

The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) oversees your local police force and ensures they are prioritising what matters to you. The Avon and Somerset Police Area includes Bath & North East Somerset Council, Bristol City Council, North Somerset Council, Somerset…

As families eagerly anticipate celebrating Easter at home, Somerset Council is calling on friends and family to be vigilant and stand up against domestic abuse during this holiday season. Recognising that home may not always be a safe place for…

The Yeovil branch of Mind in Somerset, the mental health charity, has been selected as Yeovil Crematorium’s Charity of Choice, receiving £14,000 towards the charity’s invaluable work in supporting anyone affected by mental illness. Raised through the Recycling of Metals…

A sculpture which aims to raise awareness of the negative effects of violence and aggression will be in Somerset next month as part of a nationwide tour. The Knife Angel stands at 27 ft tall, weighs 3.5 tonnes, and was…