South Somerset District Council is adding its support to Shelter’s national campaign to tackle rogue landlords. The housing and homelessness charity is calling on local authorities across the country to take a tough stance against rogue landlords operating in their area. By signing up to the campaign, South Somerset District Council is committing to use all the tools at its disposal to crack down on landlords who are ignoring their responsibilities and causing misery to local families. Full Story: Read More
BBC PRESENTER STEVE BACKSHALL TO TAKE ON DEADLY CHALLENGE AT LONGLEAT
Intrepid wildlife presenter Steve Backshall has been travelling the globe filming incredible deadly animals in their natural habitats, but on Tuesday, June 11th at 11am he will be facing a brand new test when he visits the Deadly Challenge at Longleat Safari & Adventure Park. The star of the BBC’s hugely popular Deadly-branded programmes will officially unveil the Wiltshire wildlife attraction’s latest new attraction based on the popular TV series. Full Story: Read More
New public services hub gets green light from planners
A new public services hub in the centre of Mendip is now a step closer to reality after revised plans for the project were granted planning permission. Mendip District Council’s Planning Board last night (Wednesday 5th June) approved the updated plans, which will see the ‘1984’ building – named after the year it was built – completely transformed to provide a new council chamber on the first floor, along with a new two-storey extension which will provide additional office space. Full Story: Read More