Yeovil MP Marcus Fysh is raising concerns about the government’s new clampdown on Covid. It’s been revealed that eight people aged over 60 in Somerset have died in the last two years due to domestic abuse. Work has been completed at Yeovil Library making it greener and more energy-efficient and a couple in Tintinhull, famous for the Christmas lights outside their home, say this Christmas will be the last time they put on the display at the house.
Yeovil MP Marcus Fysh is raising concerns about the government’s new clampdown on Covid. He’s unhappy about making it compulsory to wear face masks in public places and also people having to prove they’ve been doubled jabbed when attending large events. Mr. Fysh wants an easing of the restrictions before MP’s vote on the changes next week.
It’s been revealed that eight people aged over 60 in Somerset have died in the last two years due to domestic abuse. A new domestic abuse service is now being planned by the Safer Somerset Partnership.
Work has been completed at Yeovil Library making it greener and more energy-efficient. A new air source heat pump has been installed, lamps have been changed to LEDs, new thermally efficient windows fitted, and more insulation added to the building. The investment is part of a wider Somerset County Council scheme to make all its buildings more environmentally friendly.
A couple in Tintinhull, famous for the Christmas lights outside their home, say this Christmas will be the last time they put on the display at the house. The huge illuminated displays in the garden at the home of Dan and Mark Extance-Warr have raised thousands of pounds for local good causes over the years. However, Dan says they now plan to move the Christmas light show to a bigger venue, away from Tintinhull.
Somerset Council has warned that more homes are likely to flood with further heavy rain forecast to end the week. Discount retailer, The Original Factory Shop, which has an outlet in Crewkerne, has gone into administration. A Barista at Costa Coffee in Ilminster has won a place in the finals of a national competition...and more
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance has announced plans to develop a new operational base on the Leonardo airfield in Yeovil. Several people have been rescued from their homes in Ilminster due to flooding. An £800,000 project is underway to restore two staircases at Montecute House...and more
Last week was the wettest seven-day period in Somerset for twelve years. NHS Somerset says it’s working towards making access to dental care fairer for all. A scout leader in Somerset has been awarded the British Empire Medal for services to Young People...and more
A new group has been formed to challenge plans to build 100 new homes in Keinton Mandeville. Bridgwater Town Council has voted to increase its share of the Council Tax by 5%. Organisers of Yeovil in Bloom are appealing for young people to get involved in this year’s competition...and more
New data shows that South Western Ambulance is one of the worst-performing ambulance trusts in England. Plans to introduce improved accessibility at Yeovil Junction station have moved a step closer. A community centre in Street is providing vulnerable people with a warm, safe place to meet...and more.
A new NHS diagnostic centre has opened in Yeovil. The go-ahead has been given to build a replacement school for Milford Junior School in Yeovil. A new 500-bed hotel-style campus is being planned to accommodate workers at the new Agratas car battery factory near Bridgwater...and more
Councillors have approved controversial plans to build four large carnival club sheds near Ilminster. Somerset Council says there's an increasing gap between the cost of education and the amount the government provides to run local schools. The Bridgwater Tidal Barrier, aimed at protecting homes and businesses from flooding, has been reduced in size...and more
Citizens Advice says thousands of people in Somerset have lost some or all of their council tax discount. The UK's first autonomous full-size helicopter, manufactured by Leonardo in Yeovil, has successfully completed its maiden flight. A new pharmacy has opened in Wincanton...and more
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