Andy Burnham becomes UK Prime Minister after Starmer's sudden exit. South West voices urge fair funding for education, social care, and local services.

Government issues Somerset Council with a best value notice over serious financial mismanagement under Lib Dem control, following auditors’ and Ofsted concerns.

Bridgwater musicians visit Czech twin town Uherske Hradiste for the Colours of Ostrava festival. Midnight Mango and UK music exports boost cultural ties.

A high street brand known to shoppers across the UK has collapsed into administration 14 years after it began trading, owing creditors nearly £16 million.

The UK is set to introduce sweeping new restrictions on social media use for under-18s, marking one of the most significant shifts in online regulation in years

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Sunny weather continues in Burnham-on-Sea, says Met Office, with highs up to 26°C, high UV and pollen levels, and some breezy conditions this week.

St Margaret’s Hospice Care launches the 100k Your Way challenge in Somerset, urging supporters to walk, run, or cycle 100km in August to fund hospice services.

Historic five-bedroom farmhouse for sale in Bason Bridge, Highbridge. Set on 6.5 acres with equestrian facilities and barns. Guide price £1.25m–£1.5m.

College Street Cafe in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset has closed with immediate effect less than two months after opening

M5 southbound shut near Taunton with police and ambulance service in attendance near Creech St Michael. Tailback as far as J24 according to eyewitness reports.

Plans have now been revealed for a new Lidl store to be built in a picturesque Somerset village, with hundreds of people giving their opinions

Burnham-on-Sea traders say shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are having a big impact, as Avon and Somerset Police issue statement on crime rates

Ann Widdecombe died on July 8 at her house in Haytor on Dartmoor after having sustained serious injuries.

Santander said customers will still be able to access the same information digitally "anytime, wherever you are"

A money-saving expert has revealed a hack you can use by taking advantage of hotels' free cancellation policies if you spot the same hotel rooms for cheaper.

Discover top events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including BCA Summer Showcase, willow workshops, band concerts, Fritzlar Twinning, and heritage exhibitions.

Multi‑million‑pound lido and water park at Unity Beach holiday park in Brean has been officially opened by Baroness Sharron Davies

The M5 in Somerset is partially blocked, and queueing traffic has been reported due to a crash on the M5 Southbound.

Kathleen Chambers Care Home proudly celebrated achieving the prestigious Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) Accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to supporting Armed Forces Veterans.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of things that give off a smell which reminds them of summer.

Prestleigh Inn near Shepton Mallet was fined after a Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service investigation

Former England manager Kevin Keegan has died aged 75, his family has announced

A one-off NHS programme is offering a free two-dose Meningitis B vaccine for school leavers, including first-time university students in England under 25

The warning comes as more people travel with family or share vehicles during the summer months.

The M5 is to be closed in Somerset tonight as the next phase of a major scheme begins

Somerset Council has been given a serious warning by the government to sort out its finances - and will be monitored closely over the next 12 months

Historic photographs show how Beachside Holiday Park in Brean, Somerset has changed over the past 40 years

Experts reveal the airport spending mistakes Brits make before flying, from travel money to duty-free shopping, plus the Boots trick that could save you cash.

HMRC has issued a fresh update to MPs after admitting a long-running State Pension tax error affected up to 1.4 million pensioners

Discover why regular exercise is key for long-term health, mobility and independence as you age. Expert advice for staying active in the UK.

More than 3,000 vehicles were stolen in the county in 2025, but only a small fraction of thieves were ever charged for an offence, new data shows

Long delays have been reported on the M5 northbound following emergency services responding to a vehicle on fire between Taunton and Bridgwater.

Somerset Camera Club members have spent this week photographing the county’s best-known street art.

Burnham-on-Sea hospital have issued a statement after fire alarm faults were reported following damage in recent thunderstorms

Aldi is the only major supermarket to offer paid breaks to all staff, which it says adds up to an extra £1,500 per year on average.

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut with Alton Towers, National Trust, LEGOLAND and more

The 2026 Somerset Local Skills Improvement Plan aims to boost jobs, training, and business growth across key sectors, led by Somerset Chamber of Commerce.

Further far-right marches are rumoured to take place in Somerset this summer - and Somerset Council leader Bill Revans has made his views clear

Devon and Somerset firefighters have had their busiest week in nearly four years, answering nearly 2,000 emergency calls amid the hot weather

A PLEA hearing regarding an incident that stopped traffic on the M5 in Somerset has been adjourned

The M5 is closed both ways near Bridgwater with massive delays reported as emergency services respond to an incident

Part of the M5 in Somerset was closed overnight after police received reports of a man walking in the carriageway near Bridgwater

The M5 has reopened following an earlier police incident between J24 and J23 near Bridgwater, causing huge traffic delays

Thirteen Somerset and North Somerset towns missed out on the UK's first Town of Culture shortlist

Debate in Somerset over hedge cutting: Clinton Rogers questions wildlife protection rules, balancing pedestrian safety with the Wildlife and Countryside Act.

Rainbow Montessori Nursery School in Winscombe celebrates 30 years of early years education in North Somerset with a community event attended by MP Tessa Munt.

Somerset Council leader backs Wessex devolution, echoing Andy Burnham’s vision for regional empowerment, local growth and fair funding across England.

Somerset councillors have paid tribute following the death of Andrew Gilling, who served on Sedgemoor District Council for 20 years

Freddie Bunn and Alex Kemsley have described a "surreal" trip of a lifetime after travelling across the USA to follow England’s World Cup journey