SWEP (Severe Weather Emergency Protocol) is currently active across Somerset due to the cold weather and will be in place until Monday (17.03.25) when it will be reviewed. Suitable accommodation may be available for rough sleepers
Somerset Council – all areas This provision is active now until Monday (03.03.25) when it will be reviewed. This means that additional resources are available to support people sleeping rough and accommodation may be available. To
Somerset Council is holding a series of free, online webinars to help individuals plan care and support needs for themselves or those they care for. These informative sessions aim to provide valuable insights and practical
You can now recycle your empty toothpaste tubes from the comfort of your home. By simply placing them in your bright blue recycling bag, you can help reduce plastic waste from being thrown in the
Due to continuing severe weather in all areas of Somerset, Somerset Council are extending the Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP). This will be in place until the morning of Friday (10/01/25) when it will be
Following on from the Mayor’s Fabulous Fundraiser for the RNLI, over £660 has been presented in a ceremony at RNLI Lifeboats at Burnham-on-Sea. Cllr Perry said: “I am delighted that the Mayor’s charity event raised
Somerset households struggling to pay their bills and keep warm during the colder months could be eligible for help with everyday essentials, such as food, water and energy costs. Somerset Council’s ‘Help Through Winter’ campaign
If you are affected by a power cut, it is the Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DNO) who is responsible for maintaining physical electricity supplies to your home or business. You can contact your local DNO
We are pleased to invite you to Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service’s special Winter Safety online event hosted by firefighter Steve Fisher. This session will be packed with practical tips to help keep
People living in Somerset are being reminded they have access to a demand responsive transport service known as Slinky. Demand responsive transport is a bookable, flexible service which residents can use if there is no
Discovering you are losing your sight can be a devastating blow.It can be a disorientating, scary and lonely time. The aim of Somerset Sight is to provide services, training and leisure activities that will help
A new Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) has been installed outside the YMCA in Highbridge, after a resident raised concerns regarding the lack of access to this vital equipment. The lifesaving equipment was purchased by Burnham-on-Sea
People facing domestic abuse are being strongly encouraged to seek support, especially during periods when incidents are anticipated to surge. Research from the National Centre for Domestic Violence reveals that domestic abuse incidents increase by
The cash and climate benefits of switching to reusable care products will be promoted in Somerset libraries next month. A series of free drop-in events for residents will be held in February for anyone interested
A new campaign aims to raise the profile of lesser-known types of domestic abuse and encourage those who may not realise they are being abused to come forward for support and advice. Launching on White
‘In Somerset, we want people to live healthy and independent lives, supported by thriving and connected communities, with timely and easy access to high quality and efficient support when they need it’. We want people
A new series of online relationship, health and wellbeing resources worth £100 per person have been launched in Somerset. The learning resources are available to all Somerset residents, and span topics such as pregnancy, labour
Every Somerset resident has a chance to win 6 all-weekend tickets worth up to £380 for a popular local music festival by finding special pebbles hidden around the county. 100 specially stickered competition pebbles have
A small Somerset town has brought in more than £1.4m in unclaimed benefits and has seen its community care workforce expand from just 3 to 35 since its homegrown care scheme was established in 2018.
A new approach to domestic abuse services in Somerset aims to break the cycle of abuse, reduce repeat offending and offer stronger support for victims and families. Somerset County Council’s domestic abuse service – Somerset
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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