Somerset Council13 hrs agoBat concerns lead to car park plan being rejectedSomerset Council says it was given "insufficient" information about how the bats would be protected.13 hrs ago21 hrs agoCouncil facing bill after losing planning appealA site near Taunton will be developed after the Planning Inspectorate overturned a council decision.21 hrs ago5 days agoHow families can get crisis support to heat homesA crisis fund is going to support community groups who help people struggling to heat their homes.5 days ago5 days agoNew £5m footway connecting station to town opensThe Firepool walkway now offers walkers a direct path from Taunton station to the town centre5 days ago7 days agoCouncil 'should consider more overnight roadworks'A call is made for more overnight roadworks as replacing traffic lights causes disruption.7 days ago7 days agoVolunteers needed to help improve deprived areasResidents are being asked what they want the up to £20m funding to spent on in Bridgwater.7 days ago2 Apr 2026'Disgusting' fly-tipping found on village pathRoof tiles and a sofa are among the waste dumped in the Somerset village.2 Apr 202630 Mar 2026'State of emergency' call over van-dwellersA councillor has called for action over the lack of official traveller sites in the town.30 Mar 202626 Mar 2026Schools now offering support to 235 more young carersThe pupils are being given emotional and academic help as part of a charity-run scheme.26 Mar 2026...