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Edgarley Road, Glastonbury.
10th February until 14th February 2026 - Hours 20.00-07.30HRS for remedial work to gullies, post-resurfacing works.
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TTRO744833e - Wells Road Shepton Mallet for 11 nights from 23rd February 2026 (19.00-05.00HRS) to enable pre-surface dressing patching works on the highway.
Clerk.
28.01.26
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Please note:
Re Article submitted:
Date of next meeting is Monday 9th February 2026 as listed on P. 1.
Clerk's email address
Errors made occurred during magazine production and were not that of the clerk.
Janice House.
Clerk.
27.01.26.
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Widespread heavy rain due but wind won't be as extreme as Storm Goretti.
There is likely to be widespread surface water issues on roads with closures expected and the potential for flooding impacts and landslides.
For flood warnings please check Check for flooding in Englamd - GOV.UK.
Highways teams are prepped and ready to respond to reports across the county.
Barring the A361 which is flooded and other emergency closure gates there are no reports of significant problems on major routes yet. However some local minor roads are impassable in places.
All Emergency road closure gates are now shut and the following closures are in place:-
A361 East Lyng to Burrowbridge.
Cutts Road (East Lyng to Athelney).
Langport Road (Mulchelney to Langport).
New Road (West Lyng to North Curry).
Higher Willand Farm, Churchstanton.
Henlade/Ruishton to Creech St Michael.
Sampford Moor Road due to closure.
Environment Agency Update:
Rivers across Somerset have responded rapidly to rainfall in January and water has moved down the catchments into the Levels and Moors. Curry Moor Flood Storage reservoir is now full, water flowed into Althelney Spillway yesterday and consequently the A361 was flooded yesteday and now is closed. The EA is reporting that they have anticipated the trigger points being met and additional temporary pumps are being deployed to Curry Moor, Saltmoorand Northmoor to enhance our pumps capacity and we expect those to be installed and operational later this week. They are continuing to monitor the situation very closely and have staff out on the ground. The incident room in Bridgwater is open and staff are on duty 25 hrs a day.
A number of flood warnings and alerts remain in place and further are expected tonight.
Flooding of some properties close to rivers in the flood warning areas is possible. Check at https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings
Anyone worried about flooding or impacted by flooding can find advice and guidance at Flooding information and advice
If there is a serious risk to flooding ring 999
Anyone leaving their home due to flooding is advised to take any medication with them.
Do not drive through flood water, More info on Adverse weather conditions
For School Closures visit School closures
Reporting flooding/blocked drains on the road - use our report a problem on a road form
If you live in a property owned by Somerset Council which has been affected by flooding phone 0300 123 2224.
Waste Collections - if it is not possible to collect, refuse will be collected asap. Please leave bins and boxes out. Service Updates can be found on Somerset Council's website and social media channels.
Latest Travel Updates - visit Travel Somerset Facebook page or Roadworks and travel information page.
Find the current status of roads on Emergency road closure gates
Somerset Council.
27.01.26.
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Message from Ed Moon:-
Hi All,
Pilton walks are proposing a walk on Sunday 25th January from Woodbine Farm, BA6 8NA, starting at 10am, approximately 4 miles, mostly footpaths and some road walking. You'll need walking boots or wellies and to check the weather.
Walking from Woodbine Farm, up through Pennard Wood, down Stuttles (?) Lane, up to West Pennard Church and back over the hills to Sticklynch, bring a coffee and a snack if you wish.
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Route: East Compton Road, Whitstone Hill, Woodlands Road to Stockbridge Lane, Havyatt, Pilton, West Pennard and Glastonbury.
East Compton Road, Whitstone.
Postponed.
Clerk.
14.01.26.
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Somerset Council is investing £3.78M from the government to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging. Residents can suggest locations for at least 1,606 new charge points (3.5kW and 7kW) focusing on serving those without off-street parking.
Residents are invited to propose sites near homes, local roads, or busy areas through the Council's webpage Electric vehicle charging.
Proposals will be assessed based on safety and accessibility. Only Council owned sites will be considered for installation, with further evaluations conducted by the preferred supplier.
Community engagement is essential and local input will shape the final locations, ensuring that SC create a sustainable and accessible charging network. Regular updates will be provided throughout the process. Your suggestions would help ensure chargepoints are effectively placed for communitybenefit. Residents can submit suggested on-street locations via SC@s website https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/electric vehicle-charging/
Excerpt from Somerset Councillor C. Sully's January Report 2026.
Clerk.
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West Pennard has a Dr Bike Session on Friday April 24th 2026, 2.30-6.30PM
West Pennard Village Hall.
Bring your Bike along to be fixed at No Charge.
The session is aimed at parents picking their children up from school from 2.30pm onwards and runs in conjunction with the Pop Up Pub Session later in the afternoon.
Please diary this session in and make the most of this free service.
West Pennard Parish Council.
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To report flooding on a road or blocked drains use Report a problem on the road form.
Stay up to date with latest travel updates using Travel Somerset Twitter or Roadworks and travel information page.
Find out the current status of roads that have Emergency road closure gates.
If help is needed from Somerset Council:-
The Emergency Planning, Response and Recovery team can assist when faced with an imminent emergency.
General Enquiries:
24/7 Emergency Response Support and Coordination 01823 772331 (Via Somerset Lifeline).
Request Somerset Duty Emergency Planning , giving name, organisation, Contact no. AND REASON FOR CALL; The Duty Officer will return your call.
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Temporary Road Closure ttro04985E - East Compton Road, Whitstone Hill, Woodlands Road to Stockbridge Lane and Havyatt, Pilton, West Pennard and Glastonbury.
8th February 2026 for 17 nights (19.00 Hrs-05.00) to enable Kier to carry out phased pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
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This is for digging of grips and jetting works.
Further info on 0300 123 2224.
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DATES;-
Mondays 26th January, 23rd March and 1st June 2026.
10am - 12pm, 1pm - 2pm.
Street Library, 6, Leigh Road, Street. BA16 0HL.
Clerk,
08.12.25.
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There is a new flood warning service at Get flood warnings by text, phone or email - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Existing account users will automatically be transferred to the new system.
For countrywide consistency there is now the Check for Flooding service at Check for flooding - GOV.UK or calling 0345 988 1188/Textphone 0345 602 6340.
River level information is available at any time at Find river, sea, groundwater and rainfall levels-GOV.UK (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk)
Clerk.
08.12.25.
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Emergency Closure - 11.12.25-31.12.25 for a total of 21 days.
This is to enable Kier to carry out safety defect repair works for Somerset Council Highways.
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Venue has CHANGED to THE GRANGE, STREET ROAD, STREET, SOM BA16 0BQ which is still within Clarks Village.
Clerk.
6.12.25.
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- The Local Government Boundary Commission has re-opened it's consultation on draft recommendations. It will now run from now (Dec 2025)-January 14th 2026. It has been re-opened 'following the Commission's misunderstanding of Somerset Council's preference for predominantly single-councillor divisions which was incorrectly interpreted as a formal request for a uniform pattern. This led to concerns that multi-councillor divisions may not receive adequate consideration, prompting the Commission to ensure a fair and transparent review process'.
Residents are encouraged to participate by sharing their views, including support for multi-member divisions as the Commission aims to consider all perspectives. Final recommendations are expected to be published in March 2026 with new arrangements set to take effect in May 2027, pending parliamentary approval.
Further details on the Commissions website www.lgbce.org.uk/all-reviews/somerset.
Feedback can be submitted by email to
2. Over 4,500 driving offences logged on Frome Bypass as a new speed limit is considered. Current speed limit 60MPH - 50MPH speed limit being considered.
The continuing use of AI cameras and a forthcoming engineering scheme aimed at enhancing road safety and implementation of additional road safety issues could begin in late 2026.
3. Council's CCTV Team have been Key in reporting incidents to the Police in the last three months, playing a crucial view in community safety. Example: Nov 12th team alerted Police to a fire under climbing frame in a children's play area in Bridgwater.
In total the CCTV Team has recorded 690 incidents, processed 391 footage requests from the Police and proactively detected 408 incidences during this period. Their prompt actions led to the apprehension of offenders including one case to a handbag thief.
The CCTV Service has recently upgraded systems in Burnham, and Street to HD cameras with ongoing upgrades in Taunton, Wellington and Shepton Mallet.
The service is funded by city, town and parish councils.
4. Uniting Somerset - New Traffic-free path completes Somerset circle.
Anew traffic free path (1.3KM) connecting Hamwood Viaduct to Thrupe Lane has officially opened providing a direct connection featuring signposted cycling routes through minor roads over the Mendip Hills to Gurney Slade and Chilcompton.
The vision is to create a 76 mile traffic free circuit linking Bristol, Bath and the Mendips.
5. Flu Vaccinations - visit the NHS Flu Vaccination page/contact your GP Practice.
6. Somerset's Coastal Challenge celebrates success (80 miles in 80 days) Challenge Walk raising £700 for The Outdoor Guide Foundation's Waterproofs and Wellies Campaign - providing gear for two coastal primary schools.
7. Council approves Pupil Referral Unit Merger to enhance outcomes.
Aim - to improve quality and consistency of alternative provision for children and young people in Somerset.
Tor School will expand to include the South Somerset Partnership School and The Bridge School will incorporate sites from Taunton Deane Partnership College.
Existing facilities will remain open.
8. Somerset Council has approved new contracts for the Discharge to Assess (D2A) enhancing support for residents back from hospital - offering up to six weeks of tailored assistance - promoting independence and reducing long-term care needs.
9. Have your say on Somerset's Domestic Abuse Strategy - visit Domestic Abuse Public Consultation page. Support is at The Somerset Domestic Abuse Service 0800 69 49 999 or on line somersetdomesticabuse.org.uk. In emergencies 999.
10. Ham Hill celebrates National Tree Week with successful planting and dry stone walling.
11. Stepping Stones Team visited parliament for National Supported Lodgings Week (Nov 9th - 16th). The Supported Lodgings Scheme allows indivduals/families a room and support to young people 118 - 21 who are leaving care. Those interested in becoming Stepping Stones Hosts can find info at fosteringsomerset.org.uk or call 0800 587 9900.
12. In support of National Care Leavers month County Hall was illuminated in blue alongside other organisations and landmarks nationwide.
13. The following charities received Royal recognition:- The King's Award for Voluntary Service.
Exmoor Community Bus Association, Good Fellowship Club (Yeovil), Green Wedmore and The Thomas Poole Library (Nether Stowey).
14. Somerset Council is using the national Accelerating Reform Fund to enhance local care networks securing £616,000 for community projects that benefit aging residents and those with disabilities.
15. Voting in Somerset Youth Parliament Elections Begins - go to Elections page (Somerset Council). Voting closes 15th December 2025.
16. Somerset Council and Partners highlight Digital Domestic Abuse during 16 days of action - running from November 25th 2025 (International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10th (Human Rights Day).
17. New Digital Slinky Transport tops 10,000 journeys.
This on-demand service has reached 10,000 journeys after 18 months of operation - covering Somerton, Langport and surrounding villages and recently Bridgwater, Burnham, Taunton and Wellington providing a flexible transport option funded by the government's Bus Service Improvement Grant. The service can be booked up to 1 hour before travel or 2 weeks in advance - digitally (App or website, registering first) or Phone Booking Mendip 01749 880482 (Office Hours Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm - 24 hours in advance) payment cash or cashless either website/on board for both options.
It is a door-to door service).
Clerk.
02.12.25.
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This is a high-priority signals recovery and carriage resurfacing job commencing January 2026 - May 2026 involving the two big junctions on the A39 in Street, Som.
Temporary (traffic aware detection system) traffic lights will be in place and the temporary ban of right-hand turns across junctions necessitating the need to turn left and go back onto the carriageway in the opposite direction. There will be evening closures from 6.30PM - 11PM for resurfacing work.
Resurfacing will be carried out at the McDonald's roundabout right to the Glastonbury roundabout.
Traffic coming from Ashcott direction will be re-directed up Burr Hill to Marshalls Elm.
Clerk.
25.11.25.
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Somerset Council are in the process of recruiting a Project Manager for the Step, Ride, Thrive project. More info at https:/stepridethrive,wordpress.com/2025/11/20recruting-project-manager/ - deadline for applications December 4th 2025.
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Suitable accommodation may be available for rough sleepers during the severe weather. Please check if you can access the service by ringing 0300 123 22 24 during office hours and 0300 23 27 out of office hours.
Useful website info at www.somerset.gov.uk/swep.
Learn about rough sleeping here - www.somerset.gov.uk/housing-support/homelessness-and-prevention/help-for-people-who-are-rough-sleeping
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This will enable Kier to carry out safety defect repair works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Further info please contact Somerset Highways on 0300 123 2224.
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Info just received from a resident after they visited the BT 'roadshow' van in Frome on 15.11.25.
Advice given is to:- Ring BT on 150 - After choosing the home/phone/broadband option choose option 3 and ask for a FIBRE AVAILABLITY FORM.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO RAISE THIS THE BETTER SO THAT BT OPENREACH IS AWARE OF THE DEMAND.
N.B. Footnote that MP Anna Sabine is going to raise the matter in parliament.
Good Luck Everyone.
J. House,
Clerk - Our thanks to M. McKaig and P. Morris.
- SOMERSET HEALTH WALKS
- SOMERSET SIGHT - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN OUR AREA
- Consultation on proposed Charitable Collection Policy 1st November 2025 to 23rd January 2026
- FLOOD GROUP NETWORK - Next meeting Axe-Brue Cachment Godney Village Hall 20th November 2025 10AM-12
- SOMERSET PREPARED RESILIENCE ROADSHOW
- POLL: For women who travel in the dark.
- NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE ttro163753E - Street Road, Glastonbury for 3 days (09.30-15.30) to enable Openreach to carry out pole replacement works.
- NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE: 17th November 2025, ttro163753E - Street Road, Glastonbury - for 3 days (09.30-15.30) to enable Openreach to carry out pole replacement works.