Somerset Council13 hrs ago'We raised £26k in a week to fight developers'A parish council brings in barristers to represent it at a planning inquiry.13 hrs ago1 day ago'Worst possible time' for parking charge increaseSomerset Council wants to introduce Sunday parking charges in its car parks from December. 1 day ago2 days agoTravellers' site may be torn down over flood riskA travellers' site could be demolished after the Planning Inspectorate upholds a council's decision.2 days ago2 days agoPlanning system 'biggest hurdle' for new homes planLocal housing associations say the planning system needs to improve to help them build homes faster.2 days ago26 Aug 2026Free Sunday parking could end by DecemberSomerset Council's chiefs say the controversial move will make parking fairer across the county. 26 Aug 202610 Aug 2026Is there a better way to manage traffic issues on the M5?Closures caused by incidents on the M5 in recent months are leading some drivers to call for changes to be made.10 Aug 20267 Aug 2026More affordable homes needed in the countrysideA council has said cheaper homes are essential for rural communities to survive.7 Aug 20266 Aug 2026Council to spend £7m improving children's servicesThe plan to transform services is described as "critical" to the authority's future.6 Aug 20265 Aug 2026Ex-MP urges Tories to block council candidate jailed for antisemitic abuse against herJoshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed over neo-Nazi activism, but has been selected to stand in a new Somerset Council seat in 2027.5 Aug 2026...
