A county's council tax could be set to rise by 10% as the authority declare a "financial emergency". The budget crisis facing Somerset Council was debated by MPs in Parliament earlier today.

Somerset Council voted through its budget, which had faced a £100m shortfall. It also included using £36m of council savings and selling off buildings to pay for day-to-day costs. Residents will ...

The council has published an online map showing every major road which will be gritted using its vehicle fleet - two of which will shortly be christened by Somerset school pupils. The local authority ...

This initiative is the result of a collaborative effort between Avon and Somerset Police, HeartSafe UK, Bath and North East ...

Three new faces will join Somerset City Council in the new year, while three incumbents will be returning after fending off ...

Somerset Council said the government’s decision was “a big disappointment” for the county but “not the end of the road”, ...

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Success in this arena is not just a nod of recognition; winners from select categories will enjoy an express lane to represent the region at the national VisitEngland Awards scheduled for 2025. The ...

As many as 450 jobs could be cut at Somerset Council as the local authority looks to make savings. A consultation on the redundancies has been launched, and will last 45 days. A spokesperson for ...

Following the parade, the Musictown NESBA Field Shows will start at 4 p.m. at the Somerset Berkley Regional High School football field, featuring seven local-area high school and college marching ...

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