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What is the Rwanda Bill? Rishi Sunak's plan explained as it is set to become law
The Rwanda Bill has been a much-discussed topic in British politics over the past couple of years, and after much opposition Parliament approved plans to send some asylum seekers to the African country on Monday (April 22). The first deportation
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New homes opened in Bridgwater will support adults with learning disabilities
SEVERAL new homes were officially opened in Bridgwater earlier today by Cllr Bill Revans, leader of Somerset Council. Cllr Revans was joined by fellow councillors, and Homes in Sedgemoor staff and board members to cut the ribbon for the official
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Huge proposed solar farm in Somerset protested against outside Houses of Parliament
A CAMPAIGN group who are in opposition of a huge solar farm being built near their small village in Somerset have taken the issue to Parliament. The SOS Levels group hope to put a stop to a proposal to construct a 591,000 square metre solar farm
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New LEON healthy fast-food restaurant opens at Sedgemoor services on M5
A NEW branch of LEON, a healthy fast-food restaurant and takeaway, has opened at Sedgemoor services on the M5. It's the only LEON in the South West, other than the branch in Bath which opened last year. The new Somerset branch at Roadchef Sedgemoor
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Woman who recovered from cancer raises over £5,000 after running London Marathon
A WOMAN who works at a school near Bridgwater has run the London Marathon after recovering from cancer. One year prior to her 26.2 mile feat, Michelle Attwood, of Puriton Primary School, was undergoing chemotherapy. She was diagnosed with cancer
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Less people than ever identifying as English in Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea
THE number of people who identify as English in the Sedgemoor area including Bridgwater, and Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge has been revealed. St George's Day – a celebration of England’s patron saint and the country’s history – is today, Tuesday
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Bridgwater tidal barrier still hasn't secured final backing from Treasury
A MAJOR flood prevention scheme in Somerset still hasn’t secured final backing from the government – though work on site will continue. The Environment Agency (EA) and Somerset Council have been working to deliver a tidal barrier across the River
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Passion for Somerset to celebrate 'remarkable' young people in youth awards
THIS year's Pride of Somerset Youth Awards are being supported by an organisation dedicated to celebrating our "beloved county." Passion for Somerset is sponsoring the Sporting Achievement Award, which aims to recognise exceptional talent and dedication
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Somerset chambers host joint networking event for local businesses
More than 40 business owners gathered at the first joint business networking event between the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce and Yeovil and District Chamber CIC. The occasion was held on April 18 at Somerset's Hurds Hill. The event served
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Somerset Council proposes new 30mph speed limit for Enmore Road
SOMERSET Council has proposed a 30mph speed limit on selected lengths of road in Enmore. The speed limit will come into force on Enmore Road from a point 200 metres west of its junction with Broomfield Hall Lane extending easterly for a distance