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Somerset Sight is a local charity that supports visually impaired people in Somerset. The Mobile Advisory Service is a mobile shop that visits a different town or village in Somerset every day. It is stocked with various gadgets and resources that can assist the visually impaired. People are welcome to visit the MAS if they … Read more
Somerset Council is holding a series of free, online webinars to help individuals plan care and support needs for themselves or those they care for. These informative sessions aim to provide valuable insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of care planning. Recordings will be available for those unable to attend. Click here for … Read more
From 7th November 2022, it will be a legal requirement for all bird keepers to keep their birds housed and to follow stringent biosecurity measures to protect their flocks. This applies whether keepers have commercial flocks, or just a few birds in a backyard. The decision was made by the UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer, as … Read more
Temperatures are expected to remain in the mid-to-high twenties across much of Somerset this week and over the weekend, and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a Level 3 Heat Health Warning for the South West. Please look out for those in our communities who may be more vulnerable to health risks in hot … Read more
Click here to view the 3-week Agenda for Somerset Prepared Event
You are invited to sign up to free, interactive online training with emergency responders and volunteer organisations throughout October, organised by the Somerset Prepared partnership. To read the full story please visit the Somerset Newsroom by clicking here. To attend this free event, you can register your interest and book training sessions on the Somerset Prepared … Read more
You may be interested to know that elections are to be held for the following Governor positions for the District Hospital. Click here to view the election poster for more details and see below: Constituency Governor Vacancies Greater Yeovil 1 South Somerset (North and East) 1 Dorset 1 Governors represent the interests of the … Read more
If you have not yet had your vaccination, it might be worth preparing in advance how you will get there. If you are not able to drive yourself, but you have a family member or friend who might be able to support you – it’s always worth having that conversation now. While many older and … Read more