Somerset Council4 days agoSomerset Council says government cash not enoughCouncil leaders say that government money to run local services next year is nowhere near enough.4 days agoUK15 Dec 2024Land for travellers' site could become solar farmThe site in question, currently owned by a council, will be a community-owned asset, proposals say.15 Dec 202413 Dec 2024Plan to replace 'defective' housing moves forwardBuilding work starts on a second phase of new social housing in north Taunton.13 Dec 2024Somerset12 Dec 2024New support for struggling households this winterThe council wants to help as many residents as possible this winter.12 Dec 2024Somerset11 Dec 2024Town centre brownfield site set for developmentA well-known former builder's yard is going to be turned into a new housing development.11 Dec 2024Somerset9 Dec 2024More than 12,000 families face £415 council tax hikeSomerset Council is proposing changes to its council tax support scheme for people with low incomes.9 Dec 2024Somerset5 Dec 2024Homes within view of Glastonbury Tor 'a travesty'Somerset Council's planning committee refuses a bid to build homes near Glastonbury Tor.5 Dec 2024Somerset5 Dec 2024Dozens of new homes approved along major town roadThe town council had been against the plans, warning of a lack of public transport in the area.5 Dec 20245 Dec 2024Council asks to hike tax bills to fill £54m gapPeople in Somerset could face a bigger increase to their council tax bills next year if the local authority is granted special permission.5 Dec 2024Somerset