Choose the proposal with local support, Leaders urge Local Government Minister
July 1, 2021
Somerset’s District Council Leaders have written to Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick, MP to urge that he attaches ‘sufficient weight’ to the result of the local poll, which returned a 65% to 35% vote in favour of the Stronger Somerset plan for two new unitary councils, over the One Somerset rival plan for a single…
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Now is your chance to claim your crown!
June 25, 2021
Are you the Best in the Business? A boss in the boardroom and on the pitch? Now is your chance to claim your crown! In collaboration with the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust are excited to announce the Inaugural Bridgwater Business League! Boost your awareness in the community, increase team morale…
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A Brand-New Expansion Opportunity for Four South West Dining Brands.
June 18, 2021
Northgate Yard is a brand-new entertainment and dining hub in the heart of Bridgwater town centre, due for completion in October 2022. The £16million development will feature a 7-screen cinema, 8-lane bowling alley, sports bar and four restaurants. Outside, a refreshed green space, wildlife pond and children’s play area in Brewery Field is the perfect…
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South West small businesses encouraged to apply for Brexit Support Funding before 30 June deadline
June 17, 2021
With two weeks to go before the deadline, small and medium sized businesses in the South West are being encouraged to apply for funding to help them adapt to new customs and tax rules when trading with the EU. The £20m Brexit Support Fund, which closes 30 June, enables businesses who trade with the EU…
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Gravity releases new images of proposed smart campus
June 17, 2021
Stunning new images of how the proposed smart campus at Gravity could look if plans to transform the site are approved have been shared with the public. The pictures of a new smart community at Bridgwater, Somerset, are unveiled as Gravity launches a fresh conversation with local people, stakeholders and businesses about its future ambitions…
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Bridgwater Quayside Festival Summer Season
June 11, 2021
Fuse have been working behind the scenes to bring you a summer of outdoor arts ensuring everyone stays safe and healthy. We have had discussions with safety advisory groups, organisations, artists, councils and with our communities. We will be bringing you a summer season of online and live outdoor arts, circus and street arts. Stay…
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Sedgemoor celebrates the poll result
June 10, 2021
The leaders and a representative from the political parties who make up Sedgemoor District Council joined forces to thank those 111,589 voters who took the time and trouble to vote in the recent local poll regarding the future of local government in Somerset. There was a resounding result in favor of Stronger Somerset which gained…
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Celebrating Accreditation whilst keeping Blueloop’s customers and suppliers safe
June 10, 2021
We have some exciting news from Blueloop House (www.blueloop.net) – We are delighted to announce that we have gained Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Building upon our work securing Cyber Essentials and ISO27001, Blueloop were audited in May to the Cyber Essentials Plus standard and passed with no issues highlighted. Cyber Essentials is the governments base…
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Booming Bridgwater
June 8, 2021
News that £22.6m has been granted to the Bridgwater Town Board is a massive boost to the local economy and very welcome news. Ambitious bidding plans were put to the Government and they saw the aspiration, drive and determination of local people to make Bridgwater a better place. Bridgwater Town Board chair, Dr Fiona McMillian,…
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The Importance of an Inventory and the Process of Claiming a Deposit.
June 7, 2021
An inventory and schedule of condition is a vital document in the process of letting a property as it is the only way to evaluate the state of a property at the beginning and end of a tenancy. It is therefore the only way to assess how much disrepair or damage has taken place and…
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WELCOME BACK to Sedgemoor!
June 4, 2021
#ShopSafeShopSedgemoor is being managed by Daffodil PR and Communications, supported by the government and the European Development Fund with the message now focussed on welcoming people back to high streets and shopping areas across the district. Over the past few weeks, we have seen all high street businesses across the Sedgemoor district able to open…
Read MoreSelf-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
June 3, 2021
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021. The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment. Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021. 1. Who can claim To be eligible for the grant you…
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IPAF Training with Unity Operators
June 2, 2021
Book your IPAF training with Unity Operators throughout June & July and get a MEWP Harness Operator Kit for £50 + VAT (RRP £80 + VAT) This offer is valid for any IPAF Category booking – 3A, 3B, 1B and Harness use and inspection. *** We are also offering discounted rates on PASMA courses throughout…
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£6m boost for Somerset’s Economy
June 2, 2021
Somerset County Council has today announced details of a £6m package of funding to kickstart Somerset’s economy. The cash boost will include financial support for businesses, financial support for individuals and a range of other measures to stimulate the economy and boost the county as it recovers from coronavirus. Councillor David Hall, Cabinet Member for…
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Work begins on £16m entertainment and dining development in the heart of Bridgwater
May 24, 2021
Work has begun on a £16 million leisure project in Bridgwater town centre. The much-anticipated development will be known as Northgate Yard and will feature a 7-screen cinema, 8-lane bowling alley and sports bar as well as multiple restaurants. It is due for completion in October 2022. Development to be known as Northgate Yard7-screen cinema, 8-lane bowling alley, sports bar and…
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One month left to join VAT Deferral New Payment Scheme
May 20, 2021
Businesses that deferred VAT payments last year have one month left to join online to pay in monthly instalments under the VAT Deferral New Payment Scheme, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has said today. The online portal for the new payment scheme closes on 21 June 2021. Over half a million businesses deferred £34 billion…
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