Western Daily Press

Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Two Somerset GP surgeries to expand as part of £102m NHS funding boost
Building work will start in the coming weeks

Wed, 7 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Why North Somerset council taxpayers will be asked to 'pay more and get less'
Here's what we learnt from North Somerset Council's budget Q&A

Wed, 7 Jan 2026 04:47:00 +0000
Top Somerset councillors rebuff call to 'resign, the lot of you'
'Walking away is absolutely not a solution. We can’t just pretend that these things don’t exist.'

Wed, 7 Jan 2026 00:38:11 +0000
Drink-drive limit set to be lowered in major 'turning point' for UK road safety
The Government has announced a new road safety strategy in England and Wales

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 14:22:47 +0000
How January babies can get free food with chance of winning £100 jackpot
Calling Capricorns and Aquarians everywhere!

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 12:28:05 +0000
Village's brutalist church for sale as ‘development opportunity’
The unique building has planning permission to be demolished

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 10:29:57 +0000
Experts say common personality trait could be a sign of ADHD
There are some red flag symptoms that may mean it is worth getting an assessment

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 07:40:33 +0000
Machine washable Dunelm rug included in huge January sale
Dunelm has slashed the price of 440 rugs and doormats in its massive January sale

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 06:20:00 +0000
New £120,000 threshold for UK savers - all rules explained
The FSCS has increased the level from £85,000 to £120,000 per bank - but many savers still don't realise crucial limits apply

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 06:15:00 +0000
NHS issues warning to parents over this week's change
The NHS has issued guidance to parents

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Villagers reopen pub in Bayford after pledging £300,000
Early trading has been a big success

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
NHS says 'tell your doctor' before taking tibolone in 12 key situations
The NHS advises that certain people should speak to their doctor before taking tibolone

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bird flu surveillance zone remains in place on Somerset Levels
A 10-mile area is mapped out

Tue, 6 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Five regeneration projects which will change Somerset in 2026
Millions will be spent on the schemes

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 23:19:14 +0000
A303 closure recap: Traffic released on Somerset road after police called to collision
National Highways was awaiting updates from police after traffic was held on a road in Somerset due to a collision

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 14:57:25 +0000
Mary Berry's quick pasta bake recipe is perfect midweek meal in winter
Mary's 'wonderfully comforting' winter pasta bake serves 6-8 and can be frozen for busy weeknights

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 14:27:50 +0000
Dunelm's 'pretty' duvet set is so 'lovely' shoppers buy more than one
'Love this bed set. Looks lovely on. Bought it in the summer so was perfect for the time of year with the beautiful bird design'

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 12:58:21 +0000
Glastonbury venue speaks out after New Year's Eve 'spiking'
The Assembly Rooms says spiking did not take place

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 12:42:17 +0000
Men named and charged after being found hare coursing
The men had three lurchers in pursuit of hares in fields

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 07:08:14 +0000
Former British schoolgirl confirmed as victim of New Year's Day Swiss ski resort fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, was one of 40 people killed in the blaze at Crans-Montana resort's Constellation bar in the early hours of January 1, 2026, and was initially reported as missing after the fire broke out

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Part of A38 to close for four days later this month
Diversions will be in place

Mon, 5 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
95 new low-cost homes could be built near Chard
'The site is to be delivered for a registered provider of affordable housing'

Sun, 4 Jan 2026 19:28:57 +0000
Fire breaks out at Hinkley Point C construction site
The blaze occurred in an air conditioning unit

Sun, 4 Jan 2026 17:15:00 +0000
Woman severely injured in crash near Taunton
She was involved in a two-car collision

Sun, 4 Jan 2026 15:51:36 +0000
Live: Woman seriously injured in accident on busy A-road
An accident happened about 1pm

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