Somerset Council4 hrs agoIs there a better way to manage traffic issues on the M5?Closures caused by incidents on the M5 in recent months are leading some drivers to call for changes to be made.4 hrs ago3 days agoMore affordable homes needed in the countrysideA council has said cheaper homes are essential for rural communities to survive.3 days ago4 days agoCouncil to spend £7m improving children's servicesThe plan to transform services is described as "critical" to the authority's future.4 days ago5 days agoEx-MP urges Tories to block council candidate jailed for antisemitic abuse against herJoshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed over neo-Nazi activism, but has been selected to stand in a new Somerset Council seat in 2027.5 days ago6 days agoChildren's homes managers quit as one closed downA charity that runs a number of children's homes in Somerset is terminating its contract. 6 days ago6 days agoEx neo-Nazi activist selected as Tory candidateJoshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed in 2015 after posting antisemitic remarks ahead of a protest.6 days ago7 days agoCampaigners welcome start of rail-link busThe bus between Glastonbury and Castle Cary is scheduled to coincide with train arrivals.7 days ago29 Jul 2026'Roadworks are causing a drop in trade to my shop'Dilan Patel says ongoing works on the A358 near Taunton have negatively impacted the shop's takings.29 Jul 202621 Jul 2026'Volatile and dangerous' children's home closedOfsted inspectors find "serious and widespread failures" at the home in Somerset.21 Jul 2026...
