Somerset Council should give residents a say Monday, 2 February, 2026 Somerset Council plans to raise Council Tax by a staggering £200 this year - meaning you could be paying £900 more overall in Council Tax since the Liberal Democrats took control of Somerset Council in 2022. Normally, a rise of this size triggers a public referendum, giving you the final say. Instead, for the second year in a row, the Liberal Democrats are seeking special permission from the... Local News
Inflation rises under Labour 21st January 2026 The news that inflation climbed to 3.4% in January should concern every family and business across North Somerset and wider Somerset. From the weekly shop in... Local News
Unemployment rises under Labour 11th November 2025 Since the Labour Party took office in July 2024, unemployment has climbed to around 5%, its highest level since late 2020, according to the Office for National... Local News
The Golden Economic Rule is a welcome announcement 14th October 2025 The Golden Economic Rule is a clear and confident statement of intent: responsibility first, growth always. By committing that for every pound saved, half will... Local News
Labour is failing the economy 20th September 2025 This week's growth figures showing the economy hasn't grown are unsurprising. Chancellor Rachael Reeves has completely lost control of the economy, this coupled... Local News
Labour costs you more 26th August 2025 The latest inflation figures show that food inflation has reached an 18 month high under this government. Not content with making things more expensive for... Local News
Inflation rises to 3.8% 19th August 2025 The Office for National Statistics has announced that inflation is rising to 3.8% following Labour's disastrous handling of the economy. It's clear that they... Local News
Only the Conservatives can deal with illegal immigration 18th August 2025 Many people are fed up with the record number of small boat crossings under this Labour government, yet other opposition parties have no plan on how to deal... Local News
A-level results day 14th August 2025 Congratulations to everyone on their A-level results. If your results weren't quite what you would have hoped, don't fret there are many other avenues you can... Local News
Thank you Clevedon Yeo 31st July 2025 Thank you to everyone who voted Conservative in today's Clevedon Yeo by-election, after a hard fought campaign the Conservatives gained the seat from Labour... Local News
