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Problems on the road

Problems on the road

Signs and streetlights

Signs and streetlights

Parking

Parking

Public and community transport

Public and community transport

School transport

School transport

Road projects

Road projects

Rights of way

Rights of way

Road works and road closures

Road works and road closures

Road safety

Road safety

Blue Badges

Blue Badges

Problems on the road

Potholes and road damage

We repair potholes and other road defects, and maintain our roads, for the safe access of all road users

Report a problem on the road

We repair potholes and other road defects, and maintain our roads, for the safe access of all road users

Flooding information

Advice and guidance on flooding in Somerset

Drains and gullies

We provide a drain cleaning service which includes road drains on all the roads we maintain

Insurance claims

Information about our insurance section

Report problem with a tree by the road

We are responsible for maintaining most trees on roadside verges, including street trees in urban areas

Pavements and cycle paths

We aim to provide safe footways and cycleways to encourage the public to use them more

Overgrown verge or hedge on the road

During the growing season we carry out a number of environmental maintenance operations to help keep all road users safe

Report a dead animal

Contact us to report casualties on the road, footway or verge that may be a hazard to the public

Highway safety inspections 

How we carry out our inspections and information on our policy and procedures 

Live travel information

Live traffic, travel information, current and future road works and closures on a map

Check on a road problem you have reported

You will need a report reference number to use this service

Signs and streetlights

Dropped kerbs and driveways

Anyone who wants to make a driveway onto their property, or 'dropped kerb', will need approval from us

Report a problem with a street light

We maintain and repair street lights to national standards to provide safe access to all road users

Road signs, bollards and road markings

Includes information about non-illuminated bollards, pedestrian crossings, requesting a village nameplate and how to apply for a new road sign

Apply to place temporary traffic lights on the road

To place temporary traffic lights or stop-go boards on the public highway you must have a licence

Speed limits

Request information about new or existing traffic calming measures

Traffic lights

We maintain over 200 traffic light locations throughout the county

Weight limits and abnormal loads

A weight limit allows us to prohibit and restrict the movement of heavy goods vehicles

Reduction of street lighting in Somerset

Reducing the number of street lights left on at night, when vehicles and pedestrians are not present

Request permission for decorations across the road

Get consent to put a banner, bunting, flags or decorations across or along a road

Live travel information

Live traffic, travel information, current and future road works and closures on a map

Parking

Parking fines – Penalty Charge Notices

You can pay, challenge or make a representation about a parking fine

Parking permits

You can find out if you are eligible, apply for or renew a parking permit

Dropped kerbs and driveways

Anyone who wants to make a driveway onto their property, or 'dropped kerb', will need approval from us

On-street parking restrictions

Information on parking restrictions and how to report a problem with badly parked vehicles

Parking account and parking spaces

Information we are required to publish by the Local Government Transparency Code 2015

Parking waivers – suspensions and dispensations

Find out about suspensions and dispensations

Disabled parking bays

Our rules about how we can help with parking close to your home if you are a disabled driver

Parking revenues and controlled parking spaces

The Local Government Transparency Code

Privacy Notice – Blue Badge Service

What we do with your personal data

Privacy Notice – Body-Worn Cameras (2021 Trial)

What we do with your personal data

Electric vehicle charging cables

It is important to consider public safety when placing the cable from the power supply in your home to your vehicle

Public and community transport

Concessionary bus passes

National Concessionary Travel Scheme Passes for Somerset residents of pensionable age or who are disabled

Over 16 student transport

You can pay for 'over 16' student transport by using the online service on this page

Transport Strategy, Policies and Plans

We develop transport strategies, policies and plans to make the most of what we have now and to prepare for the longer term.

Request a replacement school bus pass

If your child's bus pass has been lost or stolen or is in a poor condition you can request a replacement

Transport policy

We look at transport requirements and the best way to have a comprehensive and efficient transport network

Transport Asset Management Plan (TAMP)

The Transport Asset Management Plan outlines how the transport assets in the county are assessed and managed

Support using public transport

Training for students with disabilities or SEN to be able to use transport on their own

COVID-19 Local Transport Authorities Bus Services Support Grant

Temporary grant to local transport authorities to make sure local bus services continue to operate

Supported Bus Services Fund

The Government issued revenue funding for 2020/21 to support local bus service provision.

Transport affected by bad weather

The latest information about school and public transport during a period of bad weather

The National Bus Strategy – Bus Back Better

A national bus strategy with the aim of transforming local bus services

Bus Service Operator Grant Report

Bus Service Operator Grant survey and declaration 2020/21 information

Privacy Notice – Slinky

What we do with your personal data

Taunton Park and Ride

Information on the park and ride sites including details of routes and stops

Community Transport and SLINKY

We offer a wide range of community and accessible transport services for people living in Somerset

Bus It – You know it makes sense

We are joining forces with the Somerset Bus Partnership to encourage more people to use the bus

School transport

Home to school transport

Information and guidance for parents and guardians of children who use school transport

Over 16 student transport

You can pay for 'over 16' student transport by using the online service on this page

Apply for school transport

Information about eligibility and applying for school transport

School transport and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Information about school transport eligibility and SEND

Snow and ice

Latest information about services like schools, waste collections and transport affected by snow and ice

Request a replacement school bus pass

If your child's bus pass has been lost or stolen or is in a poor condition you can request a replacement

School transport decision reviews

How to get a review of your school transport application decision

School transport strategy

Our school transport strategy and policy, guided by national government policies

School travel plans

A School Travel Plan is a document outlining practical steps for improving journeys to and from school

Providing transport

Become a contractor to provide transport services for schools and social care

Request school transport on a paying basis

How to request paid school transport If your child does not qualify for free school transport

Report a problem or incident with school transport

We want to provide school transport that is safe and stress-free for all passengers

Travel plan resources for schools – ModeshiftSTARS

An opportunity for schools to develop a Sustainable School Travel Plan

Request a school transport route assessment

Getting the walking route between your home or the bus pick up point and your designated transport area or nearest school assessed

School transport – vehicle safety and driver training

Safety on school vehicles and the driver training programmes we run

Update school transport details

How to tell us if you move house, your child changes school or if other circumstances change

Road projects

Highway Area Offices

Information about licences and how to contact our area offices

Small Improvement Schemes – directory

View plans for small improvement schemes

Road records

Request information on highway boundary ownership - stopping up requests and queries about retaining walls

Transport Strategy, Policies and Plans

We develop transport strategies, policies and plans to make the most of what we have now and to prepare for the longer term.

A39/A358 Emergency Diversionary Routes

Work to provide signs for the diversionary route when the A39 or A358 are closed

Residential and Commercial Development

Information for developers and house vendors about constructing new highways and housing estate roads

Road projects

We deliver Major Highway Schemes which have been identified through the Local Transport Plan (LTP) process

Future Transport Plan

A plan that sets out our long-term strategy for getting the best from transport

Transport policy

We look at transport requirements and the best way to have a comprehensive and efficient transport network

Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIPs)

LCWIPs are focused, 10-year plans for developing a cycle and walking network within a local area

Road improvement schemes

You can submit a proposal for a new road improvement scheme

Advertising on roundabouts

We are looking to maximise revenue from advertising and, where appropriate will allow advertising in places like roundabouts and fleet vehicles

Transport survey information

Our Data Team collects, processes, reports and shares a range of transport data to provide an evidence base

National Productivity Investment Fund

The Government provided a new capital grant for 2017/18 to be spent on local highway and transport network

Emergency Active Travel Fund (Covid-19) Measures

The Government has announced a fund to help councils introduce measures to re-allocate road space for cyclists and pedestrians

Active travel

Our vision for healthy and active communities, with a good-quality cycling and walking experience for all

Privacy Notice – Advertising on roundabouts

What we do with your personal data

Rights of way

Public Rights of Way

How we look after our rights of way network

Apply to close a road or right of way for works

Contact us if you would like to close a road or right of way for works or safety reasons

Report a problem with a public right of way

Report problems on footpaths, bridleways and byways using our interactive map

Rights of way requests – database

A summary of rights of way works and closures in Somerset

Request to view the Public Rights of Way Definitive Map and Statement

The Definitive Map and Statement is the legal record of the location and description of Public Rights of Way

The England Coast Path

Information about the England Coast Path in Somerset

Pavements and cycle paths

We aim to provide safe footways and cycleways to encourage the public to use them more

Rights of way requests

A summary of rights of way works and closures in Somerset

Rights of way closures – database

A summary of rights of way works and closures in Somerset

Applications to modify the Definitive Map and Statement – draft and completed reports

A summary of proposed rights of way works and closures in Somerset

Apply to erect a new gate across a public footpath or bridleway

You need permission to erect a new gate across a public footpath or bridleway on your land

Apply for the temporary closure of a right of way

Find out how to close a public right of way temporarily

Apply to divert a public right of way

Contact us to be put in touch with the relevant officer for your area

Apply to add, delete or upgrade a public right of way

Apply to modify the Definitive Map and Statement if public rights of way are incorrectly recorded

Apply to change the surface of a public right of way

If you want to change the surface of the public right of way, you must get our authorisation

Apply for consent to hold a motor event on a public right of way

To hold a motor vehicle event on any public right of way, you will need consent from us

Rights of way public notices

A summary of rights of way public notices in Somerset

Road works and road closures

Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs)

Road closures and restrictions are enforced by Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).

Highway Area Offices

Information about licences and how to contact our area offices

Small Improvement Schemes – directory

View plans for small improvement schemes

Apply to close a road or right of way for works

Contact us if you would like to close a road or right of way for works or safety reasons

Apply for a licence to do minor works on or near the road – Section 171

Before any minor works are carried out on or near the road you must get a licence from us

Street and roadworks

We maintain the roads and pavements that are managed at public expense in Somerset

Apply to place temporary traffic lights on the road

To place temporary traffic lights or stop-go boards on the public highway you must have a licence

Apply for a licence to dig up the road

Before digging up the public highway, the land or home owner must have a licence

Substantial Roadworks List (section 58)

Details of all streets where restrictions apply

Apply to put objects on highway land

We ensure that anything placed on the highway is in a safe location and does not inconvenience the public

Loading Permits

Information on how to apply for a Loading Permit and if you need one

Privacy Notice – Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders (TTROs)

What we do with your personal data

Live travel information

Live traffic, travel information, current and future road works and closures on a map

Road closures in Somerset

Find information on road closures, roadworks and street works on a map

Road safety

Transport Strategy, Policies and Plans

We develop transport strategies, policies and plans to make the most of what we have now and to prepare for the longer term.

Speed limits

Request information about new or existing traffic calming measures

Snow and ice

Latest information about services like schools, waste collections and transport affected by snow and ice

Weight limits and abnormal loads

A weight limit allows us to prohibit and restrict the movement of heavy goods vehicles

Somerset Road Safety

Driving down casualty rates, creating safer communities and improving the quality of life for everyone

Organising an event on, or affecting the public highway

Helping to minimise traffic congestion and risks to safety on the highway if you're planning an event

Glastonbury Unauthorised Encampments

A number of vehicle owners have been setting up unauthorised encampments along residential roads and other areas in and around Glastonbury

Transport Asset Management Plan (TAMP)

The Transport Asset Management Plan outlines how the transport assets in the county are assessed and managed

Blue Badges

Apply for, or renew a Blue Badge

Information about disabled parking badges and how to apply for one

Apply for a Blue Badge if you have a hidden disability (a non-visible condition)

How to apply for a disabled parking badge under the hidden disabilities criteria

Update or cancel a Blue Badge

How to update your Blue Badge if you change your address or name, or you want to cancel it

Request a replacement Blue Badge

What to do if your Blue Badge is lost, stolen or damaged

Where you can park with a Blue Badge

Information about how you can use a disabled parking badge

Disabled parking bays

Our rules about how we can help with parking close to your home if you are a disabled driver

Report the misuse of a Blue Badge

How to tell us if you think someone is misusing a Blue Badge

Privacy Notice – Blue Badge Service

What we do with your personal data

Appeal a Blue Badge decision

How to appeal if you have not been awarded a Blue Badge
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