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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

Highway Area Offices

Contact details of our area offices

Report a pothole or road defect

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

Report a badly parked vehicle

How to report a problem with on-street parking

Report a blocked drain on the road

We provide a drain cleaning service which includes road drains on all highways 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

Report an overgrown verge or hedge on the road

Report an overgrown verge or overhanging vegetation on the highway

Report a problem on a pavement or cycle path

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

Report flooding or mud on the road

We maintain the highway network in a safe and accessible condition for highway users

Report a damaged road gully, manhole or drain cover

Report damaged or defective gully gratings, drain or manhole covers

Report faulty traffic lights

We maintain over 200 permanent traffic light locations throughout the county

Snow and ice

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

Report a problem with street and roadworks

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

Report a hazard on the road

Examples of hazards can include hazardous waste, traffic cones. blown tyre, rubbish

Report a dead animal

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

Report damage to a bridge or retaining wall

When you report an incident to us we will assess the severity and assign an inspector

Report unauthorised use of a roadside verge

What we will do depends on the nature of the obstruction

Report snow or ice on the road

We are responsible for highway winter service in Somerset except for the M5, A303 and A36

Report soil run-off on the road

We keep roads and pavements free of flooding that might cause a hazard or an obstruction to highway users

Report flyposting or graffiti on the road

Depending where the signs and graffiti are, we will remove or request the person responsible removes them

Transport affected by bad weather

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

Live travel information

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

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 and markings

Report problems with pedestrian crossings and damaged or missing road signs, request a village nameplate or 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

Report faulty traffic lights

We maintain over 200 permanent 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

Report an advertising sign on a pavement

When you report an obstruction we will inspect within 24 hours where resources permit

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

Parking account and parking spaces

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

Report a badly parked vehicle

How to report a problem with on-street parking

Parking waivers – suspensions and dispensations

Find out about suspensions and dispensations

Parking revenues and controlled parking spaces

The Local Government Transparency Code

Privacy Notice – Blue Badge Service

What we do with your personal data

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

Getting the best from transport by making the most of what we have now and preparing 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.

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

School transport

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

School transport and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Information about school transport eligibility and SEND

COVID-19 School transport guidance

Children and young people travelling on dedicated school or college transport organised by Somerset County Council

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 route assessments and decision reviews

How to request a route assessment or a review of your school transport application

Snow and ice

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

Providing transport

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

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

COVID-19 Special Educational Needs and Disabilities school transport guidance

Special Educational Needs (SEND) school transport information

Road projects

Highway Area Offices

Contact details of 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

Highway Authority consultation on planning process

We provide the Highway Authority's response to all development proposals in Somerset

Transport strategy

Getting the best from transport by making the most of what we have now and preparing for the longer term

A39/A358 Emergency Diversionary Routes (Operation Wader)

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

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

Road improvement schemes

You can submit a proposal for a new road improvement scheme

National Productivity Investment Fund

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

Transport survey information

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

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

Rights of way

Public Rights of Way

How we look after our rights of way network

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

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

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

Rights of way closures – database

A summary of rights of way works and closures in Somerset

Report a problem on a pavement or cycle path

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

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 to divert a public right of way

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

Apply for the temporary closure of a right of way

Find out how to close a public right of way temporarily

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

The England Coast Path

Information about the England Coast Path in Somerset

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

Contact details of 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

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

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

Report a problem with street and roadworks

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

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

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

Getting the best from transport by making the most of what we have now and preparing 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

Somerset Road Safety

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

Weight limits and abnormal loads

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

Transport Asset Management Plan (TAMP)

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

Guidance Pack for 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

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

Request a replacement Blue Badge

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

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

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

Report the misuse of a Blue Badge

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

Where you can park with a Blue Badge

Information about how you can use a disabled parking badge
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