A358 closed in both directions following lorry fire 16 February, 2019- One fire appliance from Taunton, Bridgwater and Ilminster along with a water carrier from Bridgwater and a duty officer were immediately mobilised following multiple calls of a vehicle fire on the A358 near West Hatch [...]
Tea, Cake, and Death: Death Cafe Taunton to meet on 16 March 15 February, 2019- Following a successful and well-attended January meeting of Death Cafe Taunton, organisers are planning another, to be held on Saturday, 16 March, 2019, at the Creative Innovation Centre, Taunton, from 2 to 4 pm. Death [...]
Fire at shop on East Reach in Taunton 15 February, 2019- Three fire appliances from Taunton along with the aerial ladder platform from Bridgwater were mobilised to reports of a fire on East Reach in Taunton at 20:49 last night (Thursday). Upon arrival, crews confirmed a [...]
Taunton Racecourse host their Half Term Raceday on Tuesday February 19th 13 February, 2019- Taunton Racecourse host their Half Term Raceday in association with the Royal Bath and West Show on Tuesday February 19th when the first of the seven races on the card that boasts a prize pot [...]
Respect to Aretha heads to The Brewhouse Theatre, Taunton on Thursday 21st February 13 February, 2019- Sweeney Entertainments presents their brand-new concert show, Respect to Aretha in venues across the UK in 2019! Life-long Aretha Franklin fan and power-house vocalist, Letitia George stars in this heartfelt and uplifting dedication to the [...]
Busy Taunton road to close inbound for two weeks 12 February, 2019- Major disruption is expected when a busy Taunton road is closed to inbound traffic for up to two weeks. Wessex Water will be carrying out work to install a new pressure relief system and flowmeter [...]
Contractor appointed for Junction 25 upgrade 12 February, 2019- A multi-million pound scheme to upgrade the busy M5 Junction 25 roundabout at Taunton is scheduled to begin next month following the appointment of the principal contractor. Somerset County Council has developed a scheme to [...]
Share your experiences of Health Visiting Services in Somerset 12 February, 2019- Parents of young children in Somerset are being asked to share their views and experiences about the health visiting services they have received in the County, to help shape the service going forward. The county’s [...]
Henrys pub in Taunton closes its doors 6 February, 2019- Taunton’s Henrys pub has today (Wednesday) closed its doors ‘for the final time’ after 33 years. Based in Taunton’s High Street, the pub and music venue made the announcement on its Facebook page: “Due to [...]
Overnight wind warning for Somerset 6 February, 2019- A yellow weather warning for wind is in place across South West England including Somerset from tonight (Wednesday) until tomorrow morning. The warning states: “A period of very strong and gusty winds is likely on [...]
Calling all Councillors 6 February, 2019- Local people are being encouraged to find out more about becoming a councillor for the new Somerset West and Taunton Council at information days being held this month. The new council will be formed on [...]
BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Best Duo (2016 & 2013) come to Taunton! 6 February, 2019- With their landmark 5th album, Personae, husband and wife duo Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman introduce us to a host of new characters and stories from their fertile and energetic musical imaginations. Drawing upon the British folk tradition’s natural backdrops [...]
Scrutiny Review: Crime and anti-social behaviour in Taunton 5 February, 2019- Members of the public are being asked for their experiences of crime and anti-social behaviour in Taunton as part of a Council-led review. The Council’s Scrutiny Committee set up a Task and Finish Group to [...]
February Half Term at The Museum of Somerset 5 February, 2019- This February half term families can go on a journey of discovery at the Museum of Somerset. The theme of the week is ‘Explore and Discover’ and to begin the adventure is the popular Castle [...]
Tom Jones to play Taunton’s Vivary Park 4 February, 2019- Tom Jones has announced today (Monday 4 February 2019) that he is to headline a concert at Vivary Park, Taunton this summer as part of Live in Somerset’. The music icon, whose career spans over [...]
Amber snow warning for Somerset 31 January, 2019- An amber weather warning for snow is in place for South West England including Somerset today (Thursday) as heavy snow is likely this afternoon and evening. The warning states: “A band of rain will arrive [...]
Person ‘medically trapped‘ following collision on A38 30 January, 2019- A fire appliance from Taunton was mobilised to a report of a vehicle smoking following a road traffic collision on the A38 in between Wellington and Taunton at 12:40 this afternoon (Wednesday). Upon arrival, crews [...]
Another Yellow Warning For Snow & Ice For Taunton and Somerset Prompts Road Safety Advice 30 January, 2019- Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is asking drivers to take extra care on the roads in the coming days as a further yellow warning for Snow & Ice comes into force for the [...]
February fun at Wookey Hole Cave 30 January, 2019- Exploding into 2019 – Wookey Hole Caves are better than ever! With the first half term break of the year just around the corner the top Somerset tourist attraction is gearing up to welcome families to an experience like no [...]
HOGs help biker safety in Somerset 30 January, 2019- Somerset County Council’s road safety team has received a generous donation from Bridgwater bikers. At a recent Biker Down course in Taunton, run jointly by Somerset Road Safety and Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue [...]
People invited to find out more about Somerset’s learning disabilities services 29 January, 2019- People in Somerset who have an interest in learning disabilities services are being invited to come along to a roadshow at Taunton Central Library this Wednesday (30 January). The event takes place from 10am – [...]
Stogumber Stores Shortlisted 29 January, 2019- Central Stores Stogumber is in the running for national acclaim after being shortlisted as a regional finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards. The popular West Somerset shop is one of five in the South West [...]
Snow & Ice Warning For Taunton and Somerset 28 January, 2019- The Met Office have issued a yellow weather warning for snow and Ice for Taunton and the south of the UK for Tuesday into Wednesday. A band of persistent rain in places will move in [...]
Gold Standard in Paediatric First Aid for Taunton Day Nursery 28 January, 2019- Staff at Mama Bear’s Wellington Road nursery in Taunton can claim to be setting a new high standard for safety in childcare, with the announcement that they have jointly earned the child-care sector’s gold standard in paediatric first aid, Millie’s Mark [...] Taunton racing on February 4th 24 January, 2019- National Hunt racing action comes thick and fast during February at Taunton where they host the first of their three meetings in the month on Monday February 4th, when the first of the six races on [...]
Taunton pay on exit car parks to go live in February 23 January, 2019- A £1.2million scheme of improvements to car parks and signage in Taunton is ready to go live. Taunton Deane Borough Council will implement the new pay on exit system at the Orchard, Tangier, Canon Street, Wood [...]
New Somerset social work course offers fantastic incentives and links with Council 23 January, 2019- A new social work degree course is being launched in Somerset offering a guaranteed job interview and monthly cash incentive if you go on to work for Somerset County Council. The BSc Hons course is [...]
Somerset County Cricket Club Announce Official Technology Partner 22 January, 2019- Somerset County Cricket Club (SCCC) have today signed an agreement that will see ITEC become the Club’s Official Technology Partner. The new three-year partnership will see prominent ITEC branding appear within the Cooper Associates County [...]
100 not out for schools’ war against waste 22 January, 2019- A dynamic campaign of young warriors against waste has reached its century in less than a year. Backed by the six council partners in Somerset Waste Partnership (SWP), Schools Against Waste has seen thousands of [...] Investing millions to improve Somerset’s roads 21 January, 2019- Millions of pounds will be invested to repair and improve roads across Somerset during the first part of 2019. Somerset County Council is planning a number of major and minor maintenance schemes this quarter, thanks [...]
Madness to play Taunton’s Vivary Park 21 January, 2019- Taunton’s Vivary Park will be transformed into the House of Fun when Madness arrive in town this summer. The band, one of the most successful British pop groups of all time, will headline a huge [...] Bedroom fire in Taunton 19 January, 2019- Two fire engines from Taunton and a fire engine from Bridgwater were called to a report of smoke issuing from a property in Larkspur Close in Taunton at 16:04 this afternoon (Saturday). On arrival, crews [...]
Taunton man jailed for nine years for multiple child sex offences 18 January, 2019- A 21-year-old man has been jailed for nine years after being convicted of multiple child sex offences. Austin Stuart-Taylor, of Taunton, supplied his victims with drugs before sexually exploiting them at addresses in Minehead, Taunton [...]
Taunton Soroptimist Swimathon is back this February 23rd and 24th! 18 January, 2019- Taunton School are hosting the Taunton Soroptimist Swimathon 2019 at the Preparatory School swimming pool on the 23rd and 24th February 2019! Why not have a go at one of the most successful fund raising [...] Council-backed social work training scheme set for another record year 18 January, 2019- Graduates looking to make the move into children’s social work can join the latest intake on a successful the Somerset-led training initiative. The County Council is leading the regional Step-up-to Social Work scheme which aims [...]
Taunton Racecourse host their big Portman Cup Meeting on Saturday 19th January 16 January, 2019- Taunton Racecourse hosts the inaugural running of the Portman Cup on Saturday January 19th when the first of seven races on the card, boasting a whopping prize fund of £106k, goes to post at 1.10pm. [...] Cricket World Cup Flag Teams 16 January, 2019- The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 is coming to Taunton this year with men’s teams from around the globe competing at the County Ground. Taunton will be hosting three matches including a day/night game [...]
Somerset County Cricket Club Signs Partnership Deal With The SPAR 16 January, 2019- Somerset County Cricket Club is delighted to announce that it has signed a partnership deal with SPAR, the leading convenience store brand in the West Country. The new three-year agreement with Appleby Westward, the regional [...] How to Stay Well This Winter 15 January, 2019- Getting your flu jab and self care are still the best way to stay well this winter, health professionals advise. If you are eligible for an NHS flu jab and haven’t had one yet, ask [...] Taunton fire crew rescue child locked in car 14 January, 2019- One fire appliance from Taunton was immediately mobilised following a call from a member of the public reporting a small child locked in a car on Bridgwater Road in Bathpool at 14:08 this afternoon (Monday). [...]
Cave Rescue Council takes up Wild Wookey challenge 14 January, 2019- The British Cave Rescue Council descended on Wookey Hole Caves for their first meeting of the New Year – and took the opportunity to check out the Somerset resort’s flagship Wild Wookey Experience. Miranda Litchfield [...]
Woman punched and her car stolen near Taunton 11 January, 2019- Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a woman was assaulted and had her car stolen in Cotford St Luke, near Taunton. Officers were called to Venn Close just after 21:30 [...]
Musgrove’s A&E named best research team 10 January, 2019- Clinicians at Musgrove Park Hospital’s emergency department (A&E) have scooped an award for giving patients an opportunity to take part in vital research studies and play a role in improving treatments. The National Institute for [...]
Taunton’s County Stores to close next week 9 January, 2019- The County Stores in Taunton will be closing next week. Both the cake counter and gift shop closed on Saturday (5 January) and the shop and restaurant will close next Saturday (19 January). The Post [...] The Mayor’s holding out for a hero 9 January, 2019- It may be litter picking to keep your village tidy, popping in to check on an elderly neighbour or running a riding school for people with disabilities – we all know people in our community [...]
Runner ‘beats the train’ on the West Somerset Railway 9 January, 2019- On Thursday (27th December 2018) Joseph Rogers, author of the forthcoming title Britain’s Greatest Bridges, became the first person recorded by the West Somerset Railway to run from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead via every station [...]
Making sure the voice of Somerset’s youth is heard 7 January, 2019- Young people from across Somerset have elected next year’s Members and Deputies for the UK Youth Parliament. These ‘members-elect’ will represent local young people from all backgrounds, abilities, experiences and values, on issues and topics [...]
Somerset man jailed after admitting stalking BBC Points West presenter 3 January, 2019- A Somerset man who sent greeting cards to a TV presenter in which he used sexually explicit language and threatened to commit rape offences has been sentenced at Bristol Crown Court today. Gordon Andrew Hawthorn, [...]
Make an unusual new year’s resolution with Death Cafe Taunton on 12 January 2 January, 2019- People in Taunton will get the opportunity to make an unusual new year’s resolution for 2019: to talk more about death. The first Death Cafe Taunton meeting of the new year will be held on [...]
Somerset Wood: Help plant the trees please 2 January, 2019- Volunteers looking for a healthy start to 2019 are being urged to join the first big tree-planting initiative for the Somerset Wood. The first batch of 1,200 broad-leaved trees will be delivered by The Woodland [...] Vehicle ‘well alight’ in Taunton 27 December, 2018- One fire appliance from Taunton was mobilised to reports of a vehicle on fire in Lime Crescent in Taunton at 21:43 this evening (Thursday). The officer in charge confirmed one vehicle was well alight. The [...]
Taunton town centre repairs to start in new year 27 December, 2018- Major works to repair and improve pedestrian areas and pavements in Taunton town centre will take place in the new year. Somerset County Council and Taunton Deane Borough Council are jointly funding the scheme which [...]
Yellow fog warning for Somerset 27 December, 2018- A yellow weather warning for fog is in place across South West England including Somerset today (Thursday) and tomorrow. The warning states: “Areas of fog are expected form quickly Thursday evening with areas of existing [...] Vehicles ‘well alight’ at car dealership in Taunton 27 December, 2018- One fire engine from Taunton was sent to a report of a vehicle on fire on a commercial car sales forecourt on Priorswood Road in Taunton at 03:21 this morning (Thursday). On arrival, crews confirmed [...] Fire in first floor flat in Bishops Lydeard 24 December, 2018- Three fire appliances from Taunton and Wiveliscombe were mobilised to a fire in a first floor flat in Darby Way in Bishops Lydeard at 18:05 this evening (Monday) following a call from the occupant saying [...]
Watch Santa fly over Taunton on Christmas Eve 23 December, 2018- For the attention of all parents of young children. On 24th December, just before 07.30, you will be able to see Santa’s sleigh flying through the sky lasting about 3 minutes. Clouds allowing, the fly [...] Two males rescued from water in Taunton 22 December, 2018- Crews from Taunton and the specialist rescue team from Bridgwater were mobilised to reports of a male in the water near Bridge Street in Taunton at 23:36 last night (Friday). On arrival, crews discovered two [...] Driver dies following two-car collision on M5 between Wellington and Taunton 21 December, 2018- Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on the M5 Northbound in Somerset. The two-car collision happened at about 02:15 on Friday 21 December between Junctions 26, Wellington and 25, [...]
Plans to pedestrianise St James Street in Taunton paused 21 December, 2018- Plans to make St James Street more pedestrian friendly in the New Year have been paused to allow time for further consultation. Taunton Deane Borough Council had planned to implement the closure to traffic between [...]
Musgrove million pound MRI target reached 20 December, 2018- Musgrove Park Hospital has been given the best Christmas present after the £1 million target for a third MRI scanner was reached this week. The community of Somerset has come together over the last year and a half to support this much needed MRI scanner, which is due to arrive [...] The morning after can be just as dangerous as the night before 19 December, 2018- With the Christmas party season in full swing, Somerset County Council’s Road Safety Team is reminding motorists of the morning after drink-drive risk. Most people know the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol [...] Try Diverted Giving This Christmas 19 December, 2018- Shoppers are being urged to support the homeless over the festive season by donating to a Diverted Giving scheme set up by Taunton Deane Borough Council with the Avon and Somerset Police. The Council has [...]
Junction 25 upgrade formally approved 19 December, 2018- A multi-million pound scheme to upgrade the busy M5 Junction 25 roundabout at Taunton was formally approved today. Somerset County Council has developed a scheme to increase the capacity of this vital link to improve [...]
Chairman sees Royal Mail getting the festive season sorted 18 December, 2018- Chairman of the Council, Councillor Nigel Taylor, visited Taunton’s Royal Mail sorting office today to see the county’s postal system gearing up for its biggest week of the year. The Chip Lane office handles post [...] Woman pushed into hedge and robbed in Taunton 18 December, 2018- Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was robbed in Taunton. The victim, who is aged in her 30s, had walked through Victoria Park and was on Somerset Place heading towards [...] New ‘Improving Lives’ vision launched 17 December, 2018- The Somerset Health and Wellbeing Board is proud to announce the launch of its new health and wellbeing strategy with a launch event and workshop in Taunton. The ‘Improving Lives’ strategy presents a new vision [...]
Say thank you to policing heroes and nominate someone for a Be Proud award 17 December, 2018- Spread festive cheer and give the gift of a ‘thank you’ this Christmas by nominating your policing heroes within Bath, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and Somerset for a Be Proud Award. The Be Proud [...]
Crews called to 4×4 and motorcycle ‘well alight’ following collision in Taunton 14 December, 2018- One fire appliance from Taunton was mobilised to reports of an incident in Hammet Street in Taunton at 16:49 this afternoon (Friday). On arrival, crews confirmed there had been a road traffic collision involving a 4×4 and [...] Reduction in rough sleepers 14 December, 2018- The number of rough sleepers in Taunton has dropped by more than a third. Figures verified by the Department for Communities and Local Government this week, from a head count in November, show 14 rough [...] Council Leader welcomes budget boost for Somerset 14 December, 2018- Somerset County Council has welcomed yesterdays funding announcement which should mean an extra £1m for the County Council and £6.8m for Somerset as a whole. The Minister Housing Communities and Local Government, James Brokenshire, confirmed [...]
Free festive event by candlelight for charities 12 December, 2018- FAMILIES from Somerset are invited to a free candle lit shopping experience with food tastings and festive music at a farm shop in the county. Rumwell Farm Shop is hosting its annual Rumwell by Candlelight [...]
Check your chimney is clean, safe and swept for Santa’s arrival! 12 December, 2018- Christmas is fast approaching and with the colder weather here, cosy chimney fires are being lit. Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are encouraging you to check your chimney is clean, safe and swept [...]
Visitors and locals show support in droves for the West Somerset Railway ahead of the line’s extended closures period in 2019 11 December, 2018- Visitors and local people have come out in droves to support the West Somerset Railway this December ahead of the railway’s extended closed period from January until the end of March 2019. The West Somerset [...]
Over £11 million of national health funding announced for Somerset 10 December, 2018- More than £11 million of national health funding has been announced for Somerset today by Health and Social Care Secretary, Matt Hancock. The success of the bid, submitted on behalf of the whole Somerset health [...] Taunton Post Office to remain inside County Stores until March 2019 10 December, 2018- The Post Office on North Street in Taunton has announced it will remain inside The County Stores until 29 March 2019. The announcement came after it was previously due to close months earlier, on 5 [...]
Get a grip: Megaslam Wrestling back by popular demand 10 December, 2018- The Megaslam Wrestling Spectacular returns to Wookey Hole Caves this Saturday December 15. Resort Director Daniel Medley said: “Back by popular demand, the Megaslam Wrestling event is fast paced, energetic and vibrant show is fully interactive and features something for all [...]
Call for more cycle routes and parking quickly gains support 10 December, 2018- Taunton Area Cycling Campaign (TACC) has launched a petition calling for new cycle routes and parking, under the ‘Turn the network blue’ banner. TACC has produced a quality assessment map of the existing network, and much [...]
Buses of Somerset Christmas and New Year services 9 December, 2018- The Buses of Somerset have announced their Christmas and New Year services as follows: Sunday 23 December Normal Sunday service Monday 24 December Saturday service will operate. In addition, a Monday to Friday service will [...]
School admissions –apply online and in time 8 December, 2018- Parents across the county whose children need school places next September are being urged to get online and apply before the January deadline. The last day for applications for primary admissions is 15 January – [...] Have yourself a ‘Safer Home’ this Christmas 7 December, 2018- Parents are urged to think one step ahead of their children over the festive period to avoid accidents and have a ‘Safer Home’ this Christmas. In Somerset the leading cause for the under 5’s having [...] Man and friend assaulted in attempted robbery in Taunton 6 December, 2018- Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses after an attempted robbery in Taunton. The incident happened on Hammet Street at around 23:20 on Friday 23 November. A man was walking with his friend when [...] Man in his 70s rescued from edge of River Tone 6 December, 2018- A man in his 70s was rescued this morning (Thursday) after becoming stuck down an embankment of the River Tone at Ruishton. A fire appliance from Taunton, together with the special rescue team from Bridgwater, [...] Taunton Racecourse hosts Christmas Meeting on Thursday December 13th 6 December, 2018- Racegoers can start to get into the festive spirit when Taunton host their Christmas Meeting on Thursday December 13th when the card that gets going at 1.05pm boasts a more than generous prize pot of almost [...] Shining a Light on rough sleepers 5 December, 2018- Rough sleepers in Taunton are being offered extra support this week with access to a night café, mobile clinic and long-term care plans. Shine a Light week aims to address the health and wellbeing issues [...] Thirteen Potential Community Library Partnerships Announced 5 December, 2018- Community partners leading 13 potential Community Library Partnerships were announced this week. On 5 November, Somerset County Council revealed it would retain 19 of its existing libraries and seek help from communities to run 15 [...]
Somerset’s Members of Youth Parliament debate key issues in Westminster 4 December, 2018- Young people from Somerset have been rubbing shoulders with senior MPs in debates at the House of Commons. Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) Hanna Wittek (Sedgemoor & Mendip), Leonie Robertson (South Somerset) and Jago Yelland [...]
Bananarama, Jason Donovan, Hazell Dean, Doctor and the Medics and Aswad to play Taunton’s Vivary Park 4 December, 2018- Live in Somerset, a three-evening popular outdoor music event, is returning to Taunton’s Vivary Park next summer, and the first of the three concerts has been announced. Eighties pop sensation Bananarama will be the headliner [...] A month left to give views on proposed changes to services for children and their families 3 December, 2018- There’s still one month left for people to share their views about proposed changes to the support Somerset County Council provides to some children and families. Hundreds of people have already taken part in the [...] Keep safe on the road this winter 3 December, 2018- Somerset County Council’s road safety team has some helpful advice to keep everyone safe on the roads over the winter months. Heavy rain, high winds, ice, snow, and shorter hours of daylight can make driving/riding [...]
Applications are now open for the tenth series of The Great British Bake Off! 2 December, 2018- Are you an amateur baker who has what it take to get a handshake off Paul Hollywood? 2019 could be your year! Applications are now open for the tenth series of The Great British Bake [...]
Somerset man admits stalking offence after sending local TV presenter sexually explicit and threatening greeting cards 29 November, 2018- A Somerset man who sent greeting cards to a woman in which he used sexually explicit language and threatened to commit rape has pleaded guilty to an offence of stalking at Bristol Magistrates’ Court today. [...]
Santa swaps sleigh for Helicopter! 29 November, 2018- Santa is getting the festive season off to a flying start when he arrives by Helicopter on December 9th! Visitors to The Helicopter Museum will be able to see him land – and get the [...]
Fallen trees and trampoline in road as winds hit Somerset 29 November, 2018- Strong winds hit Somerset today (Thursday) causing fallen trees, branches and debris. The A358 in both directions was partially blocked and there was slow traffic this morning due to a fallen tree between the A378 [...] Car fire outside Taunton fast food restaurant believed to have started deliberately 29 November, 2018- One fire appliance from Taunton was immediately mobilised following numerous calls from members of the public reporting a car on fire outside a fast food restaurant at Heron Gate, Taunton at 23:37 last night (Wednesday) [...]
Become a West Somerset Tourism Ambassador 29 November, 2018- Do you know where you can: Enjoy a ride on the longest steam railway in the UK? Find the tallest tree in England? See a spectacular night sky undisturbed by light pollution? Admire the whole [...]
Driving in heavy rain and floods 28 November, 2018- The forecast for the next couple of days is for strong winds and heavy rain which may cause flooding in some areas. If you do encounter standing water, please follow this advice from Devon & Somerset [...]
Christmas at The Museum of Somerset 28 November, 2018- There will be plenty of festive fun at The Museum of Somerset this Christmas with seasonal events throughout the holidays. Santa will be setting up his grotto in the alms house for visits every Saturday [...] Somerset buzzing about pollinator action plan 27 November, 2018- Somerset County Council is taking a lead role in work to help protect the county’s pollinating insect population. In partnership with Friends of the Earth and Somerset Wildlife Trust, the authority has published a county-wide [...]
Azhar Ali to return to Somerset 26 November, 2018- Somerset County Cricket Club are delighted to be able to confirm that Azhar Ali will be returning to the Cooper Associates County Ground in 2019. The former Pakistan Captain will be available for selection for [...] Extra time to have your say on plans to upgrade Taunton’s Creech Castle junction 26 November, 2018- A consultation on plans to upgrade the busy Creech Castle junction in Taunton has been extended – with an extra public drop-in event arranged so people can see the designs. Somerset County Council has secured [...]