The budget for the new Somerset Council was approved today (22 Feb 2023). Councillor Liz Leyshon, Deputy Leader and Executive Lead Member for Finance and Human Resources, said: “This has been the most difficult budget
On Monday 6th March 2023 there will be a meeting of Burnham and Highbridge Town Council at the Old Courthouse on Jaycroft Road, starting at 7 pm. Prior to this there will be a drop
Somerset’s residents have been invited to have their say on proposed school holiday, term and staff training dates for Voluntary Controlled and Community Schools for the next two years. Somerset County Council has published two
It is challenging times at present for small and medium Somerset businesses. In response, the five Somerset councils (Mendip, Sedgemoor, Somerset County Council, Somerset West and Taunton and South Somerset) have devised a programme of
Post 1 – 18 hours per week. Monday-Wednesday 0900-1500 (£11,284)Post 2 – 10 hours per week. Thursday 0900-1500 and Friday 0900-1300 (£6,269) Are you friendly, efficient and with experience in customer services and administration? If
Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)Salary range NJC SCP 30 – 34 from £36,298 – £40,478(salary depending on qualifications and experience)plus Local Government Pension Scheme MembershipBurnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council has a full time (37 hours) vacancyfor
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council expressed disappointment on learningthe news that the Mendip District Council and Sedgemoor District Council jointlevelling up bid had been unsuccessful. Cllr Lesley Millard, Mayor of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge said “Although
An expert team from the Local Government Association (LGA) has commended work to create a new unitary council on 1 April this year. The new Somerset Council will replace Somerset County Council and the four
The first phase of a major project to improve the busy Dunball roundabout linking Bridgwater and Junction 23 of the M5 starts early next year. Somerset County Council is with its partner, infrastructure group Balfour
Burnham and Highbridge Town Council will be holding a meeting at the Old Courthouse on Jaycroft road on Monday 9th January 2023 , starting at 7 pm . Prior to the meeting ,Councillors are holding
The proposed budget for the new unitary Somerset Council is published today. The proposals, set to be discussed by the Council’s Executive on Wednesday 18 January, will be the first time the services and costs
Are you able to act objectively, impartially and in confidence, making reasoned judgments based on evidence? Do you have a demonstrable passion for local democracy and local government, and an enthusiasm to develop a sound
The new branding for many of Somerset’s public services was confirmed at a meeting of Somerset County Council’s Executive today (14 December 2022), with the approval of a brand for the new Somerset Council. The
Weather watch Snow, ice and freezing temperatures can disrupt collections so please bear with us in the event of severe weather. Crews will return as soon as possible for any missed collections. If conditions
An Extraordinary Meeting of the Princess Management Committee will be held on Wednesday 14th December . The meeting will start at 7pm and will be held in the Council chambers on Jaycroft road. All are
The current energy crisis is impacting on everyone along with the rising cost of living. Making sure homes are as energy efficiency as possible is key to retaining heat and reducing the cost of heating
Constituency boundaries are changing, and it’s your final chance to help shape the new map. The Boundary Commission for England are carrying out the final consultation which is running until 5th December 2022. The Boundary
The Armistice was an agreement to end the fighting of the First World War as a prelude to peace negotiations and began on the 11th November 1918 at 11 am . On Friday the 11th November
Sedgemoor District Council is pleased to announce that it will be offering free parking in all of its car parks for the four weekends before Christmas. People will be able to park without charge in
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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