Somerset Council3 days agoPrimary school and 750 homes approved near M5The major new housing development close to a busy stretch of the motorway is approved.3 days ago4 days agoCouncil faces legal bill over caravan park rowSomerset Council was accused of “unreasonable behaviour” during an appeal over a caravan park. 4 days ago5 days ago'We raised £26k in a week to fight developers'A parish council brings in barristers to represent it at a planning inquiry.5 days ago5 days ago'Worst possible time' for parking charge increaseSomerset Council wants to introduce Sunday parking charges in its car parks from December. 5 days ago6 days agoTravellers' site may be torn down over flood riskA travellers' site could be demolished after the Planning Inspectorate upholds a council's decision.6 days ago6 days agoPlanning system 'biggest hurdle' for new homes planLocal housing associations say the planning system needs to improve to help them build homes faster.6 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 2026...
