Farmers from Somerset were amongst the hundreds of others from across the UK who gathered in London yesterday. Avon and Somerset Police is trialling a new way to find people with dementia when they are reported missing. A cake designer from Yeovil has been crowned Best Cake Designer in the South West...and more.
Farmers from Somerset were amongst the hundreds of others from across the UK who gathered in London yesterday to protest against changes to inheritance tax. Under plans announced in the budget, farmers with agricultural assets worth more than one million pounds will be subject to a twenty per cent tax rate. The National Farmers Union has urged the government to reconsider the proposal warning it threatens the future of British farming.
Avon and Somerset Police is trialling a new way to find people with dementia when they are reported missing. It's in addition to the wristbands worn by people with dementia and relies on data picked up via mobile phones to pinpoint a person’s exact location.
A cake designer from Yeovil has been crowned Best Cake Designer in the South West. Holly Miller now goes forward to represent the region at the National finals in London. Holly, who’s the current holder of the national title last says she’s hopeful of winning it again this year.
It’s the turn of Castle Cary today to hold a Christmas Market. The event, with late-night shopping, live entertainment and Father Christmas, starts at 5 pm and ends at 9.30 pm.
Jenny’s Café and Bistro in Chard has been voted Café of the Year in a poll held by the Chard and Ilminster News. Business owner, Jenny Clampett, says she’s delighted to win the title yet surprised given the high number of other cafes in the Chard and Ilminster area.
Police investigating an attack on a shop worker in Yeovil have released CCTV images of a man and woman they want to speak to. Farmers in Somerset are being warned to expect more cases of bluetongue. Ilminster Carnival Committee has announced the cancellation of this year's Children's Carnival due to a lack of entries... and more
Two new mobile NHS breast screening units have taken to the road in Somerset. More than 700 new homes are to be built alongside the M5 in Bridgwater. Dawes Twineworks in West Coker is one of several venues open to the public for free this month... and more
It’s going to cost more to park in Chard. Police have issued an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with two burglaries in Yeovil. Somerset Cricket Club is planning to stage performances by some of the world's biggest artistes at their Taunton ground... and more
Work has begun building a new multi-million-pound David Lloyd leisure centre in Yeovil. NHS Somerset says a new system to handle emergency stroke care will lead to "better outcomes" for patients. Tickets for next year’s Glastonbury Festival will go on sale in October...and more
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following an assault in Yeovil. Businesses in Taunton say they're worried that planned changes to parking rules could put people off visiting the town. The Red Arrows will take to the skies near the Somerset border in a one-off display later this week... and more
Police in Avon and Somerset say they’re dealing with a big increase in reports of cloned vehicle fraud. A new video system designed to speed up stroke care has been launched in Somerset. Pilgrims are walking through Somerset this week to mark eight hundred years since the death of Saint Francis of Assisi... and more
Avon and Somerset Police are warning about a new scam involving criminals posing as police officers. Flu vaccinations are now available on the NHS ahead of the winter. Liverpool comedian John Bishop has cancelled his show in Taunton later this week after breaking his ankle... and more
Police are investigating a suspected arson attack on a vehicle near Shepton Mallet. New taxi charges come into force in Somerset later this month. The fire service is treating as accidental a blaze at a flat in Yeovil town centre... and more
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