Somerset West and Taunton Council

Somerset West and Taunton Council secures £136k grant towards Electric Vehicle charging project

7th October 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council (SWT)’s Climate Change team has successfully secured a government grant worth £136,000 to boost the roll-out of Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points in council-owned car parks. The grant, which is […]

Coal Orchard welcomes first residents

28th September 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council is delighted to welcome the first residents to its flagship Coal Orchard development. The Council is working with the University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Medical School to provide accommodation for medical […]

Somerset West and Taunton Council highly commended at national awards

22nd September 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council (SWT) has been highly commended at this year’s MJ Achievement Awards in recognition of its work to support neurodiversity in the workplace. SWT’s People Business Partner team attended the awards […]

Future secured for Sandhill Park

9th September 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council is working with the new owners of Sandhill Park, the Akkeron Group, trading under Blackdown Hills Living Ltd, to ensure the historic Grade II* listed building is preserved after years […]

Multi-agency efforts ensure longevity of Wellington Monument

1st September 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council has been working in partnership with the National Trust, Historic England and other stakeholders on a major restoration project to save Wellington’s landmark memorial. Located on the Blackdown Hills just […]

Voters urged to check their registration details are up to date

1st August 2021 0

Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date. With the next scheduled elections taking place in May […]

Somerset West and Taunton Council consulting on more zero carbon homes

6th July 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council (SWT) is encouraging members of the public to have their say on plans for 26 new council rented homes off Wheatley Crescent in Taunton. The council owned site at Snedden […]

A Vision for Tonedale

30th June 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council has made a bid for Government funding to help finance the restoration of Wellington’s heritage and cultural assets. The council has asked for money from the Ministry of Housing Communities […]

Recycle on the go

27th June 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council is making it easier for people to help keep our parks and open spaces clean and green. As part of its drive to tackle litter the Council will be introducing […]

Council to raise flag for Armed Forces Day 2021

16th June 2021 0

Somerset West and Taunton Council will once again be showing its support for the Armed Forces by holding two flag-raising ceremonies on Monday, 21 June. Services will be hosted at Deane House in Taunton and […]