Rail commuters across the West will benefit from the national freeze for train fares coming into effect from today. For the first time in 30 years, regulated rail fares across England have been frozen – meaning passengers won’t pay a penny more.    Without the freeze, regulated rail fares would have increased by 5.8% today and added to the 60% rise experienced nationwide since 2010. With transport costs making up 14% of household spending, this cost-cutting move will provide 

More than 99 percent of young people in North Somerset were offered a place today to attend one of their top three preferred secondary schools from this September. 2,453 secondary school applications were received in total for North Somerset schools for the academic year ahead, and of these 94.66 per cent (2,322 students) were offered a place at their first-choice school. A further 4.28 per cent (105 students) were offered their second preference, while 0.29 per cent (7 stude

Clarks Outlet Shoe Shop at North Worle Shopping precinct is to close, a spokesperson for Clarks has confirmed. The closure comes as many retail shops continue to feel the impact from reduced consumer spending. A Clarks spokesperson said; “Clarks confirms its Outlet store in Worle will be closing. We’d like to thank our loyal customers who have shopped with us at this store, and we’ll be delighted to continue to serve them with our full range of products online and at our near

As Israel and the USA launch attacks against Iran, some residents in Weston-super-Mare are concerned for their families who live in the region. So far Iran has undertaken retaliatory attacks across the Middle East against US interests in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Just one person who has family that have been affected by the attacks is James Clayton, whose sister lives in Dubai. James Clayton said: “My sister has lived in Dubai for 2 years with her h

Dementia specialist Admiral Nurses will host clinics at Nationwide branches in Bristol, Somerset, Dorset and Devon to offer tailored support and guidance to anyone affected by the condition   Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide branches in the South-West over the next month, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia. A clinic will visit the Nationwide Branch

Friends and family of a local 18yr old who was tragically killed on the M5 in November last year are asking for local motorbike riders to join them in paying tribute to Logan by joining him on one final ride from Elms Funeral Directors to Weston-super-Mare Crematorium. Organisers are requesting riders to wear baby blue as it was Logan’s favourite colour. The funeral is taking place on Friday 6th March and organisers are requesting riders meet at 1.30pm at Elms Funeral Directo

North Somerset Council have confirmed Worle Library is to close amongst a range of other changes to library services across North Somerset. North Somerset Council has agreed, as of yesterday (24 February) evening, to implement a number of changes to its local library services following Full Council’s approval of the recommendations considered by Cabinet earlier this month.   A spokesperson for North Somerset Council said; “The decision marks the end of a comprehensive review

Up to £500,000 of funding is available this year to support Armed Forces Day celebrations across the United Kingdom, and Weston-super-Mare’s MP, Dan Aldridge, is encouraging local organisations to apply. Every year, local authorities, schools, sports clubs, charities and community organisations bring people together to honour serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families. Weston groups have the opportunity to bid for up to £10,000 to host their own Armed Force

Avon & Somerset Police have issued an appeal for help as part of their efforts to find missing 12-year-old Lacey, whose welfare they are concerned for. She was last seen yesterday (22 February) and has links to southern Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. Police are asking that if you know where she is, call 999 using reference 5226049925.

Plans to expand a mosque in Weston-super-Mare have been approved by the local council, allowing the building to extend into neighbouring vacant shops, including the former Changing Lives charity shop. First designs of mosque expansion in Weston. (Image: North Somerset Council Planning Portal) The proposal (25/P/0530/FUL), submitted in March 2025, will see the Weston Islamic Education Centre at 66 Palmer Street enlarged to include units at 14 and 16 Waterloo Street. The projec

A group of five defectors, at least 3 of which are related, including the former Weston Reform UK chair Oliver Louis Roger-Hargreaves (aka Oliver Louis, aka Oliver Hargreaves, aka Oliver Roger-Hargreaves) have announced the launch of a new political party. The new party, to be called “Weston-super-Mare First” was described by the group as “ A local party giving Westonians a strong voice in local politics ”. The launch of a new party was announced this afternoon by the group o

Dan Aldridge MP has welcomed the publication of the Government’s landmark Water White Paper, describing it as the biggest overhaul of the water system in a generation and a major step forward for Weston-super-Mare’s coastline and waterways. The reforms will create a stronger single regulator with tougher powers to hold water companies to account. For the first time in two decades, a Chief Engineer will sit inside the regulator to provide hands-on technical oversight, ending w

North Somerset Council has refreshed Weston-super-Mare's much‑loved Floral Clock with a new selection of hardy perennial plants designed to create a vibrant, attractive, and more sustainable display for the years ahead.  The replanting, completed today, focuses on climate‑resilient and low‑maintenance species to help the display cope better with increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. Last summer’s prolonged high temperatures and drought made regular watering challenging

A series of upgrades at Worle Interchange will soon begin to improve accessibility, safety and the overall experience for bus passengers. Work is scheduled to start Monday 23 February 2026 and continue through to May, supported by funding from the Government. A series of enhancements will modernise the transport hub and make it more welcoming, accessible, and environmentally friendly. These include: Three new large bus shelters featuring extra space for wheelchairs and buggi

Do you live in Weston-super Mare and have a bicycle that needs some love? The bicycle maintenance project are a group of young cycling enthusiasts who love keeping bikes safe and road-ready — and they’re offering their skills to help the community for free! 🗓 Open: Friday 20th February 2026 🕔 Time: 5pm - 8pm 📅 Then every 1st & 3rd Friday of each month! 📍The Sub Station, 1 St Andrews Parade, Bournville, Weston-s-Mare, BS23 3SS The project can help you with; ✅ Brake and pu

Oliver Louis Roger-Hargreaves, who was the chairman of the Weston Reform UK branch has tonight defected to the newly formed Restore Britain Party that was recently launched by Rupert Lowe. Rupert Lowe himself was suspended from Reform UK after accusations of bullying and verbal threats. A statement issued by Oliver Louis Roger-Hargreaves tonight on X said; “I am hereby standing down as Reform UK Weston-super-Mare Chairman and North Somerset Regional Coordinator with immediate

Birnbeck Pier is making progress on its journey to return as a jewel in the crown of Weston-super-Mare with a 100-tonne crane being transported to the site and will be located near the Pier Masters Cottage at the entrance to the Pier, in the first major step in its £20 million programme of repairs. A Grade II* listed structure and the only UK pier linking an island to the mainland, the re-generation of this iconic local asset is coming on leaps and bounds and there are many l

The first phase of improvement works for the Tropicana are complete after contractor Morgan Sindall Construction finishes demolition works. North Somerset Council contracted Morgan Sindall Construction to strip out and demolish the existing 1980s internal event space building. The second phase will be for the council to go out to tender for the next stage of the works, which include:  Preparing the venue to become a major cultural and entertainment venue Improvements to the o

On Saturday night, officers from Weston’s Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team arrested two suspects whilst they were in the act of carrying out a burglary of a home on Locking Rd. A spokesperson for Avon & Somerset Police said; “During the course of their duties, officers discovered an insecure address on Locking Road where the front window had been smashed. In accordance with their officers entered the premises to ensure the safety and security of the property and any oc

A proposed ban on social media use for under-16s has sparked debate across the country, with politicians, parents, teachers and tech companies all weighing in. But one group sits right at the centre of the issue, young people. For under-18s, social media is not just entertainment, it's part of how they socialise, learn and is a place to truly express themselves. So how do they feel about the possibility of stricter age limits and legal restrictions? We wanted to find out, so