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

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.

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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

Hundreds of thousands of pensioners are still failing to claim a benefit worth thousands of pounds a year, despite repeated warnings from ministers and campaigners

Debate grows in the UK over banning social media for under 16s, as Australia’s restrictions struggle to work. Experts question impact on youth mental health.

Government funding secured to boost Somerset flood resilience after Storm Chandra. Investment aims to protect communities and improve infrastructure.

Police have arrested a man who ‘made off from police’ and collided with a number of cars when trying to flee officers on the M5 in Somerset

Amber heat health alert has been issued for Somerset by the Met Office

Avon and Somerset Police are responding to a crash on the M5 northbound, with the carriageway blocked and all traffic stopped between J20 (Clevedon) and J19.

Somerset Council will set its last budget before the local elections in early-2027 - and your views are needed to decide how council tax should be spent

Bristol Airport adds two new easyJet routes this week to Spain and Greece summer destinations

Nine-year-old girl died after a ‘single stab wound to the chest’ which injured her heart, a trial heard today (June 18).

Thousands of Somerset motorists have been caught speeding in recent years, with one recorded travelling near 100mph in a 30mph zone

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A teenager who is on trial for the death of Aria Thorpe said he was ‘upset’ about ‘the fact [he had] taken her life’ in a police interview, a court heard.

UK drivers are being warned that forgetting vehicle paperwork could see them facing fines

Michael O'Leary called changes to air passenger rights "gobbledygook" and "bureaucratic bunkum" in a statement

The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts for several parts of the UK

Detective Inspector Andrew Greaves was cleared of misconduct and unwanted sexual behaviour towards a junior colleague

The mother of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe has described the final hours with her daughter before her death.

VIP ticketholders at Weston-super-Mare’s Summer Fest at the Beach have been refused refunds after parts of the VIP area closed during bad weather

Somerset Council’s children’s services have been downgraded in a new report, which warned children are living in "unlawful, unregistered children’s homes"

A teenager on trial for causing the death of Aria Thorpe was ‘shaking’ and told young people he was a ‘murderer’, the court heard.

Major police crackdown on rural crime in Somerset has led to arrests and uncovered suspected offences

Former Top Gear and Grand Tour host Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of cancer

Sir Ashley Fox MP updates Bridgwater residents on local visits, NHS dentistry access, community concerns, and support for businesses and schools.

Adults with learning disabilities from Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club enjoyed a Butlin's Minehead holiday, thanks to volunteers and Somerset Minibus Hire.

Burnham-on-Sea weather forecast: Sun, cloud, highs of 24°C and strong winds expected 16–20 June, says Met Office. High UV and pollen levels likely all week.

Berrow Primary School praised by Ofsted for rapid improvement under The Priory Learning Trust, highlighting strong teaching, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Four-bedroom detached home for sale on Patricia Close, Burnham-on-Sea. £549,950 via Greenslade Taylor Hunt. Double garage, landscaped gardens, cul-de-sac.

The 2026 Pride of Somerset Youth Awards at McMillan Theatre honoured young achievers for courage, kindness, and community impact across Somerset.

A family friend who found nine-year-old Aria Thorpe just after she was killed said the house was ‘eerie’, ‘cold’ and ‘everything was silent’ when he arrived.

Police and councils across Somerset unite to tackle domestic abuse during the FIFA World Cup

Bridgwater MP Ashley Fox raised concerns in Parliament over plans to end payment for volunteer coastguards attending emergency callouts

Energy bills are forecast to rise by 13% from July, but experts say three simple changes could save households up to £433 a year

Discover top events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater, including Bridgwater Cultural Festival 2026, live music, model railway open day, and Metal To The Masses.