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Fri, 4 Feb 2022 09:28:14 +0000
National Insurance contributions will go up for working people from April
The bad news comes amid confirmation energy bills will also rocket

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 07:58:50 +0000
DWP has three schemes that can help you pay heating bills this winter
People on certain benefits they may be eligible for extra cash to help keep their homes warm during the colder months

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 06:42:14 +0000
Man sought by police after attempted theft of clothes worth hundreds of pounds
The would-be thief was spotted by staff

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:42:00 +0000
Government accused of "blackmail" over North Somerset housing target
Conservative former council leader Nigel Ashton said the numbers had been "ludicrous" for years

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:39:00 +0000
Plans for 31 new homes on former Somerset school refused - but nine homes can be built just up the road
Two decisions on neighbouring sites have been taken a week apart

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:04:00 +0000
The crazy items found whilst litter picking on Weston-super-Mare beach
From buried water containers to fishing hooks - all sorts of litter has been found on Weston beach

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
HGVs could be banned from Somerset high street
The move to introduce a 7.5 weight limit has not been welcomed by all

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
'Hero' police dog saves life of missing person in sub-zero temperatures
He was deployed after a helicopter search proved unsuccessful

Fri, 4 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Visitors slam 'limp' experience at Bath's famous Royal Crescent
The tour provider responded to their comments

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 22:35:00 +0000
Bath man jailed after stealing penny jar from charity shop
Police called it 'a real low'

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 21:09:08 +0000
Latest Somerset Covid-19 figures show fewer people infected - but three more deaths
Three people have died after a recent positive test

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 16:21:22 +0000
Bristol Airport expansion ruling could be challenged in High Court
Planning inspectors acknowledged their decision would come as a “major disappointment” to the “significant” opposition

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 15:44:38 +0000
Find your Council Tax band ahead of £150 rebate
Council tax payers ion band A-D properties will get £150 off their bills

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 14:17:21 +0000
A37 traffic live: Crash blocks road both ways and traffic building - updates
The road is being affected in both directions

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 13:59:50 +0000
Here's what will be delivered on the Orchard Grove site in Taunton by the end of 2022
Up to 2,000 homes will be delivered by 2028

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 13:03:05 +0000
Police sting at Bath park and ride sees 21 vehicles taken off road immediately
A total of 113 vehicles were stopped in the city during a two-day police crackdown

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 12:06:30 +0000
Somerset farmer, 87, took his own life by jumping into river
"He was a huge personality and adored by his family and friends"

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 11:56:38 +0000
Man left with broken leg and injuries in early morning attack at Bath Abbey
The man needed an operation following the early morning attack

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 11:30:50 +0000
New B&Q store finally opens in Frome
It has been a long wait

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 10:30:14 +0000
Eastenders actress Charlie Brooks takes drama lesson in Somerset school
Brooks, better known as Janine, gave top tips to Clevedon School students during a performing arts workshop

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 10:16:56 +0000
Energy price cap: How much will my gas bill go up?
Some people are facing a choice or heat or eat as the cost of living continues to sky rocket

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 10:12:10 +0000
Bath Primark evacuates staff and customers after flooding hits store
The water had come through from an office above

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 09:04:22 +0000
DWP could be watching your private life without consent if you receive benefits
They will check social media accounts and bank statements as part of investigations

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 08:15:24 +0000
Teacher strikes at Somerset school called off at eleventh hour
The first day of strike action was due to take place today

Thu, 3 Feb 2022 07:49:40 +0000
Somerset wedding venue apologises to brides-to-be after shock closure announcement
It will shut its doors for good at the end of March



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