Somerset Council’s Executive has agreed plans to bridge a £100m budget gap for 2024/25, welcoming steps that will see several key services protected. Councillors were, however, given a stark warning that the broken model for funding local government and the…

February is just the month to spread some love through volunteering. Random Acts of Kindness Day comes on 17 February just three days after Valentine’s Day so why not spread some kindness this year by getting involved in volunteering? Somerset…

The National Lottery Heritage Fund has generously funded Jasmine’s position for the next three years as part of their support for the “Uncovering Ham Hill’s Past for its Future” project. It aims to safeguard and restore key archaeological features, including…

Stalwarts of Somerset’s former councils were reunited at a ceremony in Taunton to mark their years of service to the community. Chair of Somerset Council, Cllr Mike Best, presented the Aldermen with certificates and medals at a ceremonial afternoon tea.…

Residents and businesses affected by January’s Storm Henk flooding may be eligible for Government flood relief money to help towards damage and flood resilience costs. More than 50 homes and businesses in Somerset suffered flooding during between 2 and 12…

There is exciting news for businesses in Chard and the surrounding area as the impressive Enterprise Centre is open and welcoming new tenants. The new centre, provided by Somerset Council, offers flexible office and light industrial workspace to support small…

Show your love for the environment and for your Valentine this 14 February. Swapping single use, for home-made can save you money and help keep Somerset green and more sustainable. Somerset Council are promoting simple ways to reduce waste and…

Somerset Council is seeking views on proposals aimed at reducing flood risk to important industrial heritage sites at Tonedale Mill and Tone Works, alongside delivering wider benefits for nature and the community of Wellington. After a series of desk-based studies,…

Residents in parts of Somerset are being reminded they may have an extra, one-off Saturday rubbish collection in February. The extra collections for some households will ensure no-one goes more than three weeks between rubbish collections when a new set…

This winter marks ten years since the wettest winter for 250 years left large swathes of the county underwater for weeks, devastating communities, businesses and farming. February 4, 2014, saw the then Prince of Wales escorted through flood waters to…

Essential maintenance works are being carried out on the A37 in Shepton next month. The resurfacing work on the section of the A37 from Cannard’s Grave roundabout to Whitstone corner will require a road closure. The work is being done…

Issued on behalf of Somerset Film. Young creatives in Somerset are being invited to submit their ideas for a new digital art commission. The charity, Somerset Film, with the support of Arts Council England, are offering the opportunity for an…

Children’s Mental Health week, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness of the mental health challenges faced by young people takes place from the 5th to 11th February. This year’s theme, ‘My Voice Matters,’ aims to shine a spotlight on…

CCTV services and Yeovil Recreation Ground could be protected as Somerset Council explores all options to limit the impact of its financial emergency. Earlier this month it was announced the Council would need to consider “unprecedented” and “heart-breaking” steps to…

This year’s National HIV Testing Week is the 5th to 11th February, and Somerset Council’s Public Health team are using this opportunity to encourage people to look after their sexual health by getting a test, particularly if they have had…

A new contract which will see cheaper and greener lighting on roads around the county has been signed by Somerset Council. The contract with Enerveo Ltd will see essential maintenance services delivered on all the council’s illuminated and non-illuminated electrical…

Press release issued on behalf of the Museum of Somerset. As part of the Museum of Somerset’s popular Spotlight Loan programme, Tate will be lending the artist John Martin’s extraordinary painting ‘The Destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum’ (1822) from 23…

The cash and climate benefits of switching to reusable care products will be promoted in Somerset libraries next month. A series of free drop-in events for residents will be held in February for anyone interested in reusable period products, nappies…

Three Somerset teenagers are about to be passed the torch of young democracy in action as they prepare to take up their roles as members of the county’s Youth Parliament. James Lawson,14, Ellie Bealing, (re-elected) 16, and Emma Brown, 14,…

Press release issued on behalf of the South West Heritage Trust.  A series of great-value lectures and talks, from the South West Heritage Trust, is shedding new light on the stories and people of the West Country. An evening lecture…