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.
Wells Cathedral says it's having to get creative to bring in more money as financial pressures continue to grow. A convenience store in Martock has been allowed to keep its alcohol licence despite an employee working there illegally. Police have seized an illegally ridden e-scooter in Yeovil in response to concerns from local residents... and more
A Yeovil man has been detained under the Mental Health Act for attacking his mother with a knife. People in Chard are being reminded that it’s unlawful to attach flags to lamp posts and street furniture. Wincanton Racecourse has called off its 'Badger Chase Day' because the ground is too firm... and more
Leweston School near Sherborne has announced that it is closing with immediate effect. NHS Somerset could merge with neighbours in Bath and North-East Somerset and Dorset to cut costs. Somerset’s Lord-Lieutenant has launched a campaign to get more people nominated for national honours... and more
Work has started building a new six-million-pound flood defence scheme in Taunton. Plans have been submitted to build a new church hall in Martock. People are being asked to donate gifts to this year’s Chard Christmas Present Appeal... and more
Eligible groups in Somerset are being encouraged to get their flu jabs. There’s a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look inside Avon & Somerset Police’s control room. Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader, Daisy Cooper MP, has visited Yeovil... and more.
Somerset is the 11th most challenging place in England to be a child according to a report. Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire could have its own elected ‘Wessex Mayor’ by 2028. Cricketer, Ian Botham returns to the county this weekend... and more.
The NFU says that testing for the virus Bluetongue needs to be sped up. Construction of new flats on Yeovil’s Grimsby Corner site will officially begin next year. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind tomorrow... and more.
The owner of campsite in Somerset says a two-thousand-seven-hundred percent increase in business rates will be 'catastrophic' for his business. Plans to build nearly 300 new homes on the outskirts of Chard have been given the go ahead. Yeovil Town are through to the first round proper of the FA Cup after beating Leatherhead 5-2 at Huish Park last night... and more
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