Musgrove Park Hospital seeks Somerset volunteers for an international trial of Enicepatide for people with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Milborne Port has seen significant housing growth in recent years - and these homes have generated thousands of pounds for brand new changing rooms

The M5 is set for a series of overnight closures as part of major works planned this winter, National Highways has confirmed

Police have issued a sharp warning to motorists travelling after an incident on a major A-road in Somerset

The Warm Home Discount provides eligible households with £150 off electricity bills for winter 2026/27. Check the qualifying benefits and deadline.

Asda has a new boss and he's already making changing, including by encouraging more staff to be on the checkouts in its stores

Met Office forecasts rain and sunshine in Burnham-on-Sea this week, with gusty winds and temperatures reaching 10°C.

The M5 was brought to a standstill after multiple arrests linked to reports of a "suspicious" vessel

Somerset's Bath Christmas Market has been named the UK's best-rated festive market after an analysis of Google reviews placed it top of the table

All three northbound lanes of the M5 in Somerset have been brought to a standstill following a reported incident today (November 10).

Several M5 services in Somerset have been ranked among the worst in the country in a new survey published by Transport Focus.

Half of police said they had been physically attacked by a member of the public during the previous year, according to a new survey of officers

Additional funding has been provided by chancellor of the exchequer John Healey MP to eliminate rough sleeping in Somerset

Multiple women have accused David Walliams of sexually inappropriate behaviour and grooming, which he denies

Find Evri's Christmas 2026 last-send dates, plus Royal Mail and Parcelforce UK posting deadlines

UK petrol prices have fallen by 5p a litre, according to the AA, which says lower wholesale costs could lead to further reductions

What's on in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater, including comedy nights, Bridgwater History Day and Burnham's Christmas lights switch-on.

An adults-only Snow White pantomime is coming to Burnham-on-Sea’s Princess Theatre on June 5, 2027, featuring comedy and adult themes.

Motorists can reach the new charging hub, one of the largest in the county, within minutes of leaving the motorway

Thousands of spectators are expected to line the streets as the spectacular procession returns tonight (Monday, November 9)

The M5 has reopened in Somerset this evening after a crash caused traffic to be held, but lengthy delays remain.

Man and a woman have been arrested following a two-car collision on the M5 between Wellington (J26) and Tiverton (J27)

The new Somerset Local Plan will come into force in May 2029 - but a crucial decision on how many new homes it will have to provide will be taken soon

Bill Revans will not be throwing his hat into the ring to be mayor of Wessex when the first elections for the strategic mayoral authority happen in 2028

Moras Masih, who worked at Weston General Hospital, has been suspended for 12 months after a watchdog found wide-ranging failings

The Royal Mint says mintage figures help establish a coin's rarity, and a low-mintage coin might sell for more than its face value.

Lloyds and Halifax will close 250 UK bank branches in 2026 and 2027 as Lloyds Banking Group cuts its high street network amid online banking growth.

Find out how pet allergens can affect asthma and how to manage dog shedding with guidance from UK charities.

England's shared e-bike consultation covers parking, rider behaviour and insurance. Find out what is proposed and how to respond

A renovated four-bedroom farmhouse with a one-bedroom coach house in East Brent is for sale for £899,995

Fostering in Somerset is hosting free events in Wells and Yeovil for people interested in learning more about becoming foster carers.

Traffic on the M5 southbound in Somerset, between J26 (Wellington) and J27 (Tiverton, in Devon) has been stopped due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services are on scene.

A new yellow fog warning has been issued across parts of Somerset and North Somerset by the Met Office.

Poppies have become an important symbol of Remembrance Day, but why do we wear them, and when should you start wearing one?

Nationwide is raising rates on most variable savings accounts, with some paying 3.55%. It comes as bank switching jumps 55%.

AllTrails has highlighted five of Somerset's best autumn walks in places like Greyfield Wood, Horner Wood and Dunster

Does exercise help you live longer? Pete Richards looks at the evidence and explains why even a 10-minute walk can benefit your health.

Somerset Community Foundation launches its Surviving Winter appeal to help older people struggling with rising energy costs.

The Met Office warns that dense fog is expected to cause travel disruption across Somerset and the wider South West this weekend

Major upgrades planned for a stretch of the A38 near the M5 in Somerset are set to go ahead with a confirmed start date

A review into the death of a 21-year-old woman with links to Somerset found she suffered domestic abuse and exposed failings by agencies.

Making Tax Digital's next quarterly deadline is November 7, but half of UK adults do not know what the new HMRC tax rules involve.

A guide to heating, ventilation and other steps that can help reduce condensation and mould in homes across the UK.

Somerset drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M5 for the weekend of November 6 to 8

Tailbacks have been reported along the M5 Southbound in Somerset, specifically between J23 A39 (Bridgwater North) and J24 A38 Taunton Road (Bridgwater South) during rush hour. The current average speed is 15 mph.

The illuminated procession will travel through Bridgwater from 6pm, with organisers publishing approximate timings for key points along the route

Police say the controversial technology could help officers find wanted people and safeguard the public as a Somerset roll-out begins

People looking to own a property in Somerset have been given a huge boost with the announcement of a new government scheme.

They were known as the ‘Ghost Patrol’ by opposing Italian forces because the unit often appeared suddenly out of nowhere in the deep desert

Take Me Out is reportedly set to return to screens nearly seven years after it was axed from ITV