Only one person in Somerset has been prosecuted for fly-tipping in the last two years. A new law governing tips could make local service industry staff better off. Traffic was severely held up yesterday afternoon, after a collision on the A303... and more..
Somerset Council has confirmed only one person in the county has been prosecuted for fly-tipping in the last two years. Enforcement was originally the responsibility of Somerset’s four district councils until the creation of the unitary authority last year. It’s thought that lack of evidence and enforcement resources mean it’s difficult to bring cases forward.
Meanwhile, the Council will submit expressions of interest in devolution, alongside Dorset and Wiltshire councils, in response to a government request. The ambition is to unlock greater powers and resources for the area. Whilst the three councils have differing goals and ambitions for their respective regions, they have come together to explore the possibilities that could come from the Government’s devolution agenda.
If you work in the service industry, a new law governing tips, could mean you're better off from now on. The Employment Act 2023 means that employers now have to make sure workers receive the full tip from a customer. It's thought it'll benefit around two million workers country-wide. Café staff in the area think that it’s important that tips are fairly shared out.
And mid-afternoon commuters and school-run traffic was severely held up yesterday afternoon, after a collision on the A303, between Horton and the Southfields roundabout. The eastbound stretch had to be closed for a period between 3 and 5pm, but was reopened in time for rush hour. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries.
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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