A strike by bin collectors in Somerset that was meant to start today has been suspended for two weeks, More than half of food businesses checked by Trading Standards in the South West have been found in breach of new government rules regarding food labelling. An animal rescue centre near Shepton Mallet is trying to raise forty thousand pounds to help feed and look after its animals...and more
A three-day strike by bin collectors in Somerset that was meant to start today and last for a month has been suspended for two weeks. Members of the Unite union will now be balloted on an improved pay offer from the waste contractor, Suez UK. The decision to suspend the strike action follows talks held yesterday with the Unite union and the conciliation service ACAS.
Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a serious crash in Yeovil. A man in his thirties was left with potentially life-changing injuries after his motorbike collided with a Volkswagen Polo at the junction with Preston and Westfield Road at around 9.50 pm last Wednesday.
More than half of the food businesses checked by Trading Standards in the South West have been found in breach of new government rules regarding food labelling. The regulations require full ingredient and allergen labelling on all food made on the premises and pre-packed for direct sale.
An animal rescue centre near Shepton Mallet is trying to raise forty thousand pounds to help feed and look after its animals. ‘Happy Landings’ says it gets dozens of enquiries every month from people who can't afford to feed their pets.
Ilminster Town FC is looking to recruit a new Manager to run its Youth Team. The side currently plays in Division Two of the Perry Street Leagues. The Club says it's looking for someone with a solid understanding of the local football scene.
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
The government is facing increasing pressure to clarify whether it will order new medium-lift helicopters from Leonardo in Yeovil. Somerset Council is spending £5 million on new laptops. A new singing group is being set up in Yeovil for people living with dementia...and more
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