A further step forward has been taken in seeing the completion of a plan designed to shape Frome’s future. Frome Town Council has submitted their Neighbourhood Plan to Mendip District Council so a final stage of consultation can take place before it is examined by an independent examiner. Frome Town Council has already consulted widely on the plan with residents, businesses and a range of interest groups during the production stages and now the Local Planning Authority (in this case Mendip District Council) is legally required to publicise and consult on the produced plan, the final stage before its examination. Full story: Read more
Make sure your home is energy efficient
Householders in Mendip will be able to feel the warmth this winter with new energy saving measures being offered to residents. The second part of a new domestic energy saving scheme is being introduced across Mendip targeting Street, Wells and the rural villages thanks to close working between Mendip District Council and The Mark Group. Full story: Read more
Have your say on Mendip’s economic growth
A consultation is being held in Mendip to allow local residents and businesses to have their say on proposals aimed to encourage economic growth in the district. As part of the Economic Development Strategy for Mendip, which was approved by the council in 2013, Mendip District Council designated the Bath and West Showground near Shepton Mallet as an Enterprise Area. This Enterprise Area aims to attract new business investment and growth into Mendip. Full story: Read more