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.
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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