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 National Farmers Union says that testing for the virus Bluetongue needs to be sped up so farmers can respond to outbreaks more quickly, especially here in the South West. 350 farms have reported cases in Somerset between the 10th July and 18th October this year, with the virus affecting cattle and sheep.
Construction of new flats on Yeovil’s Grimsby Corner site will officially begin next year. Taunton company, Acorn Homes, is behind development of the brownfield site and will be demolishing the existing buildings, ahead of the construction of 48 one and two bedroom flats. The location is close to the former Glovers Walk shopping centre which has its own long-term regeneration plans.
Healthcare workers in Somerset and Wiltshire have staged a 24 hour strike over concerns for staffing levels and excessive workloads. Workers at HCRG Care Services in Bath, Chippenham and Swindon started the action at 8am yesterday morning. The Unison union says overstretched staff are struggling to provide the support patients need, while high absence levels is placing further pressure. HCRG says staffing is "now at the required level" and it is"continuing to improve systems and processes to reduce workloads".
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind tomorrow. The alert will be in place from midnight tonight through to midday, although the likelihood of significant impact will be low.
It's hoped that refurbishments at the outpatient department at the Royal United Hospitals in Bath will make a real difference for children being treated for cancer. The money from the Bath Cancer Unit Support Group has paid for two extra treatment spaces, refurbished waiting areas and modernised facilities.
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
The NSPCC says sexual communication offences involving children in the South-West have more than doubled since the offence was introduced seven years ago. People in Somerset are being warned that artificial intelligence is being used to make homes look more attractive in estate agent’s photos. Yeovil Town replay their FA Cup 4th qualifying round against Leatherhead at Huish Park tonight.., and more
The Environment Agency says reservoir levels across Somerset are well below what they should be for the time of year. A former school building in Wincanton could be turned into a recording studio and arts venue. Families in Somerset are being reminded of the October 31st deadline to apply for school places ...and more
Parts of Somerset have been moved into the highest drought category to protect water supplies. A new group's been formed to try and save Taunton’s Brewhouse Theatre from closure.Tesco in Yeovil is recruiting for temporary staff for the busy Christmas period... and more
Hate crime recorded by Avon and Somerset Police has risen to a record high. The Communication Workers Union claims postal workers in Somerset are leaving their jobs due to a controversial new delivery system. Four new Deputy Lieutenants have been appointed to support Somerset’s Lord-Lieutenant... and more
Somerset Council says it can’t confirm whether new parking machines being installed across the county will be able to accept cash. The number of cloned cars seized have more than double in the past 3-years with Avon and Somerset Police recovering one fraudulent vehicle every week. The skull of a 50,000 year old Woolly Rhino found on the Mendips Hills has gone on a display at a museum in Wells...and more
Plans have been passed to build 760 new homes on the southern edge of Yeovil. Somerset Council has admitted it doesn't know how many young people are not in education, employment or training. An event is being held in Crewkerne for people looking for information about health and social care... and more
Two people were arrested on suspicion of racially motivated public order offences during an anti-immigration protest held in Yeovil at the weekend. Women in Somerset now have access to two brand new mobile breast screening units. A drought permit has been approved for Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor which is currently only 18% full...and more
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