Multiple school closures are in place, with further disruption expected amid a Red Extreme Heat Warning, which is in place today and tomorrow. Follow along for more updates.

Met Office red weather warning issued for Somerset as temperatures set to reach up to 40C - with dozens of schools closed from TODAY

Flights launched from Bristol Airport to Spain and Greece, with new summer routes now operating twice weekly

Somerset is forecast to have its hottest day of the year after the Met Office issued a red heat warning - here's a breakdown of how hot it will be in each area

Virgin Atlantic has partnered with broadcaster Sport 24 to launch the service on flights equipped with Elon Musk's Starlink wi-fi.

Six-bedroom period home for sale on Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea, £599,950. Listed by Greenslade Taylor Hunt. Modern kitchen, en-suites, garage, parking.

Burnham-on-Sea is expected to experience a week of extreme heat, according to the Met Office.

Bin collection times are set to change across Somerset amid the hot weather, the council has confirmed

The jury in a trial of a teenager accused of murdering nine-year-old Aria Thorpe has retired to decide its verdict

Millions of workers could be given extra breaks, desk fans and relaxed dress codes in record-breaking red health heat alerts

There are school closures and other delays to be aware of as flash-flooding hits Somerset.

Met Office red weather warning issued for Somerset as temperatures set to reach up to 40C - schools across the county closing in response

Car stolen from the Avon and Somerset Police area turned up  dozens of miles away on the other side of the Severn Bridge

Heatwaves can make living in the UK unbearable at times - here's when you should open your windows to keep your home cool.

A Canine Behaviourist at Rover.com has shared a few tips to dog owners on how to safely exercise with their pet.

A motoring expert has shared a quick and easy hack to cool your car down in seconds this summer

Discover top events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater: comedy with Simon Evans, Everywhere At Once Festival, Serendipity Singers, Courtroom Live and more.

Councillor Leigh Redman, leader of the Labour group on Somerset Council, says his party must "reset our national priorities" after Keir Starmer resigned

Roadworks scheduled on the M5 motorway, with slip road works taking place this month

Sir Keir Starmer will be leaving 10 Downing Street later in the year - but the impact it will have on Somerset in the long-term could be significant

Somerset Council have launched emergency provision in response to "severe weather" forecast across the region

Police are investigating an assault which left a man hospitalised with a fractured eye socket, a broken nose, and a cut under his left eye

The M5 is partially blocked, and queuing traffic has been reported following a crash on the M5 Northbound from J20 B3133 Ettlingen Way (Clevedon) to J19 A369 Martcombe Road (Portishead).

Cheddar Reservoir in Somerset is closed to the public due to safety concerns during extreme heat

Somerset has been issued a rare 'extreme heat' weather warning in a new update from the Met Office

We know from research and from policing data that domestic abuse can rise during major football tournaments.

People across Somerset and North Somerset are being advised to stay safe as temperatures soar across the county

The vice-chairman of the Somerset Rivers Authority is calling for housing developers to cough up for permanent pumps on the Somerset Levels

Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will step down as Prime Minister

According to the Royal Mint, the error resulted in a number of 'mule' or undated 20p coins being accidentally released into circulation in 2008.

Parking can cause disputes between people but do you know the rules on parking in front of dropped kerbs or driveways?

A popular Somerset holiday resort has revealed plans for a major upgrade of its entertainment venue, including a new 1,100‑capacity theatre.

Bin collection times are set to change this month in Somerset, the council has confirmed

More than 30,000 people have been denied entry to Europe since the introduction of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) - find out who can be turned away.

HMRC is urging parents to check if they qualify for a childcare scheme worth up to £2,000 per child each year, with summer holiday costs looming.

Improve your health odds with exercise, nutrition, quality sleep and social connections. Learn how healthy habits reduce risk of heart disease and more.

Howard Fowler and another who died there are among the rugby players who appeared for England in Victorian times

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of their favourite picnic spots as the weather warms up.

Conservative and Lib Dem MPs have demanded changes to the NHS dental contract, which has been in place since 2006 and "just does not work"

A38 upgrade plans move forward as £30m funding decision awaits government approval

The NHS has released advice on how to ease any hay fever symptoms ahead of the heatwave hitting over the next few days, as the pollen count will be very high in many parts of the UK.

DWP secretary Pat McFadden says the state pension age review remains on track, warning decisions must balance affordability, health and fairness.

Somerset Council launches a children's story competition on food recycling with Biffa and SUEZ. Open to ages 4–11. Prizes include book vouchers for winners.

Somerset Council’s Imagine the Possibilities SEND employment programme wins silver at the 2026 LGC Awards, recognising inclusive support for young people.

A teenager who killed a nine-year-old girl with a knife says he was just trying to ‘scare her’ and is 'heartbroken' about what happened.

The new Somerset Local Plan will decide where thousands of new homes and new employment will be delivered across Somerset up to 2045

M5 Motorway traffic is very heavy following a report of an 'accident' in Somerset today (Friday, June 19).

Somerset Conservatives have criticised the Liberal Democrat leadership after Ofsted warned of children in "unlawful, unregistered children’s homes”

A woman jumped into a crocodile enclosure in a desperate attempt to save a child from serious harm

A man has been jailed for more than three years for selling illegal IPTV subscriptions and pre-loaded Firesticks to almost 2,000 customers