Broken or worn small electrical items could win one lucky Somerset resident a £100 prize during Recycle Week 16-23 June. The free £100 prize draw is being offered as an incentive for any Somerset adult taking in a worn or broken small electrical item to any of the county’s 16 recycling centres as they deposit other waste during Recycle Week. Small electrical includes anything portable or handheld with a plug or batteries or both. Full story: Read more
MID LAMBROOK MANOR Open Garden: Sunday 22nd June, 2-5pm
Mid Lambrook Manor is a private home and each year the owner allows the gardens to be open for the public to enjoy. This is a one off opportunity to see the most beautiful garden – lakes, ponds, formal and informal. A must for all keen gardeners and those that just want to enjoy an afternoon in a unique English garden. Full details: Read more
Fly-tipped rubbish costs woman £100
Fly-tipped rubbish cost a Somerset woman £100 in a case highlighting the duty of care every individual and business has over their waste even after it has left their premises. Leanne Beard, aged 24, was fined £50 with £30 costs and a £20 victim surcharge after waste she had paid men £20 to take away was fly-tipped. At Somerset magistrates sitting in Taunton on 2 June, Miss Beard admitted failing to take reasonable measures to ensure the transfer of household waste to an authorised person. Full story: Read more