Cerne Valley residents will have more control over planning in their local area through the development of a Neighbourhood Plan.
A Neighbourhood Plan aims to give residents more control over their local area, when plans for new homes, shops and offices in their town or village are considered. Full Story: Read More
Appeal for witnesses after straw man destroyed by fire
Police in Somerset are appealing for witnesses after a 20ft (6m) straw man was destroyed in a fire. The giant figure had been erected in a field opposite the North Perrot Farm Shop near Crewkerne, two weeks ago. Full Story: Read More
Landlords’ Forum – Thursday 25th October at Yeovil Rugby Club, Dorchester Road, Yeovil
South Somerset District Council is hosting its sixth in a series of Landlords’ Forums run in partnership with the National Landlords Association. The first five forums have been very well attended.
It is anticipated that this will be a very popular event because the coalition government is introducing Universal Credit, which could bring changes for landlords and tenants. Ian Potter – Head of Benefits and Revenues will be talking through the changes.