Discovering rural England at its best couldn’t be easier thanks to South Somerset District Council’s free visitors guide, Discover South Somerset. Discover is a comprehensive guide to the destination of South Somerset, an annual publication that aims to encourage more visitors to this fabulous area, give residents ideas for trips and days out and to help raise the profile of our South Somerset businesses and attractions. Full story: Read more
SHAFTESBURY SAYS JOBS NOT HOUSES
At the Shaftesbury Civic Society’s recent open meeting to discuss the revision of the Local Plan, the consensus was clear, the A30 employment land is vitally important. Shaftesbury does not want more homes, it needs employment and improvements to its infrastructure. The land south of the A30, designated in the North Dorset Local Plan, must be kept for employment uses. Full story: Read more
Yeovil Opportunity Group benefits from funding
Yeovil Opportunity Group (YOG), who provide specialist care to pre-school children with additional needs and their families, have recently been awarded a £3,000 grant from Somerset Community Foundation – which includes a contribution from Hidden Needs Trust (HNT). Full story: Read more