There are a number of ways to have your say in the elections in May – you can vote in a polling station, by post, or by appointing someone you trust to vote on your
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is going through a period of change and opportunity as part of local government reorganisation and the 2022 local elections. Elections are a chance for people in the community to
With local elections for the new unitary council in Somerset and town and parish councils taking place in May, voters in Sedgemoor are being reminded to make sure they are registered to vote and are
Continuing with Sedgemoor District Council’s drive to make things easier on-line, there are now eleven brand new online forms for benefit customers, which have been published on their website over the last couple of weeks.
The clock is ticking down on the deadline for candidates to come forward if they want to stand for election in Somerset in May. There are around nine weeks to go before nominations close for
The Boundary Commission has the task of periodically reviewing all the Parliamentary constituencies in England. It is currently conducting a review on the basis of rules most recently updated by Parliament in 2020. These latest
The £100m Bridgwater Tidal Barrier – designed to protect some 13,000 homes and businesses from tidal flooding – is one step nearer. The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), George Eustice,
Following the announcement in December of the locations and dates for the public hearings during the second consultation phase of the current review of constituencies, we are pleased to advise that the booking system is now open,
A well-loved Highbridge dog groomers is the first to complete its shopfront renovation with help of a business support grant from Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council. The news comes as the town council is calling
Congratulations to Paul Wynn, who has been co-opted onto the Town Council to fill the vacant Highbridge ward seat this week. Cllr Wynn attracted the largest majority of votes to secure the vacant seat at
Burnham-on-Sea & Highbridge Town Council has opened its second round of grant applications available to independent retail/ service providers and landlords of vacant premises in Burnham-on-Sea retail centre to apply for a grant of up
We are excited to be running a Youth Town Council Workshop at the council offices in Jaycroft Road, Burnham-on-Sea, on Saturday February 12th from 10am until midday. The Burnham and Highbridge Youth Council is a
Somerset residents who are struggling to pay the bills this winter could be eligible for support with the cost of food, energy, water, and other essentials. The county has been allocated £3.8m from the Government’s
Here are some of the road closures and traffic controls that could delay your travel this upcoming month, from January 4-31, in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge. Burnham-on-Sea Berrow Road sees a road closure in force from
Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge Mayor, Cllr Mike Facey, sends his warmest well wishes to residents of both towns as part of his annual Christmas Message published today (Wednesday). Mayor Facey said: “I am delighted to wish
A spokesperson for the Town Council has today (December 21st) said ” In light of ongoing public health uncertainties so close to the New Year, it has been agreed that the 10th January Town Improvements
Our council office staff are hard at work, following Government guidance and working from home where we can. The council offices’ public reception is closed for in-person drop-ins, but is open to those who have
Do you want to help make long-lasting changes in your local area? Do you have concerns about an issue affecting you and your community and want to do something about it? Do you have innovative
Are you passionate about Burnham and Highbridge? Do you want to sink your teeth into a project you care about? We need inspired, dedicated and active young people aged 15-19 who live in the Burnham and
Organisations from across the county are joining together to deliver a new unitary council for Somerset – and local people are encouraged to be part of the conversation. A public meeting is planned at Donyatt
The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III will take place on Saturday 6th May 2023, with an additional bank holiday on Monday 8th May 2023.
We are keen to hear from groups/organisations in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge that are looking to celebrate the Coronation. The Town Council has £1500 available to allocate to events being organised to celebrate the Kings Coronation. The maximum grant to be allocated per event will be £500.
You must meet the following criteria for your application to be considered:
– The event will be open to all members of the public
– The event will be free of charge
– The event will take place within the Coronation weekend
– The event will take place within Burnham on Sea or Highbridge
Applications will close on Monday 6th March at midday.
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