Access to Banking Services Review: Call for Evidence
June 18, 2026
The Access to Banking Review wants to gather the best possible up-to-date evidence of the challenges faced by those who need in-person banking services. This
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June 18, 2026
As we head towards summer, it is easy to be drawn into thoughts of lazy holidays and family get-togethers. But you might be looking for
New Vehicular Access to Town Council Offices Completed
June 17, 2026
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is pleased to confirm that construction of the new vehicular access entrance to the Town Council offices on Mendip Way
If You’re not sure Don’t open the door!
June 16, 2026
PS Daryl Screech from Avon and Somerset Police has kindly shared some information about rogue traders and doorstep crime that their communications team in conjunction
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Mayor’s Report
“Since the last Town Council meeting, I have attended the following events:
- 25th February, it was wonderful to visit Octopus Children’s Daycare who received a grant and to see the confidence in the children.
- 1st March, the Civil Service held at St John the Baptist Church in Axbridge. It was a pleasure to be invited to the event.
- 4th March, I visited Weston Hospice with my Consort and had a guided tour of the marvellous facilities and heard about the incredibly important work that they do there.
- 4th March, I was delighted to attend the opening of the newly expanded Childrens Society Charity Shop.
- 12th March, I was pleased to collect monies raised for the In Charleys Memory Charity from the Crossways Pub with Dawn Carey.
- 13th March, I attended the brilliant BEES Junior production of Aladdin.
- 19th March, I thoroughly enjoyed attending the Instrumental Music Section of the Highbridge Arts Festival at St John’s Church in Highbridge. It’s always wonderful to see all the talent.
- 20th March, I attended the Hillview Juniors Carnival Club awards night at The Lighthouse.
- 21st March, I participated in the Macmillan Coffee Morning at The King Alfred School where a tremendous amount was raised for a very worthy cause.
- 22nd March, I had the honour of attending the Wells Cathedral Legal Service. I never tire of the magnificent Cathedral.
- 25th March, I went to the Lighthouse Pub Bingo, which was raising money for one of my chosen charities this year – In Charley’s Memory.
- 26th March, I was delighted to host the 2026 Civic Awards at the Princess Theatre & Arts Centre, where very worthy residents were presented with awards in recognition of their achievements.
Councillor Mike Facey, Mayor of Burnham-on-Sea & Highbridge