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Mr Dance has praised a significant new defence investment in the South West involving Honeywell

New defence investment to create South West jobs welcomed by Yeovil MP

Hinkley Point C say they have trained 1,740 apprentices as part of the nuclear project's development.

Hinkley Point C say they have trained 1,740 apprentices as part of the nuclear project's development.

Hinkley Point C

Hinkley Point C investing millions in local grants, new report says

Wales & West Utilities will be holding a drop-in session at Watchet Visitor Centre on Monday, May 18, from 9.30am to 5pm, so residents and businesses can learn more about the works

Wales & West Utilities will be holding a drop-in session at Watchet Visitor Centre on Monday, May 18, from 9.30am to 5pm, so residents and businesses can learn more about the works

Wales & West Utilities

Over £1m gas pipe project planned in West Somerset

Baltonsborough-based LJC Design and Build was founded in 1993 and employs a core team of five specialists

Baltonsborough-based LJC Design and Build was founded in 1993 and employs a core team of five specialists

Somerset building firm keeps family legacy alive with £300k contract

Five-year-old Cillian Gallagher from won a naming competition run by Heidelberg Materials for its new Class 08e electric shunting locomotive at Whatley Quarry

Five-year-old Cillian Gallagher from won a naming competition run by Heidelberg Materials for its new Class 08e electric shunting locomotive at Whatley Quarry

Five-year-old Somerset child names UK quarry's first electric locomotive

How the Spitfire inspired female innovation in Somerset

John Clyde-Smith, Nick Higgins and Stephen Pickard, directors of LongBay SeaPower

John Clyde-Smith, Nick Higgins and Stephen Pickard, directors of LongBay SeaPower

Looking Back: When plans were revealed for a West Somerset coastal lagoon

The scheme has been developed by Skills England in collaboration with Agratas, the global battery company behind the gigafactory near Bridgwater

The scheme has been developed by Skills England in collaboration with Agratas, the global battery company behind the gigafactory near Bridgwater

New apprenticeship launched to support Somerset battery gigafactory

More than 100 employees at Second Step took part in 27 days of industrial action across the South West

More than 100 employees at Second Step took part in 27 days of industrial action across the South West

Staff at South West mental health charity end strike action

GV Bikes in Taunton is urging action to address a shortage of apprenticeship opportunities for aspiring motorcycle technicians, such as Ben Brown, who currently works at the dealership on Saturdays

GV Bikes in Taunton is urging action to address a shortage of apprenticeship opportunities for aspiring motorcycle technicians, such as Ben Brown, who currently works at the dealership on Saturdays

Apprenticeships

Family-run Taunton motorcycle dealership calls for more apprentices

Nigel Farrow, Cllrs Elaine Waymouth and Tim Carroll, and Richard Needs, all then of Somerset County Council, pictured in 2005 with contractors’ project manager Jon Kite and John Burr, of highways agents Atkins

Nigel Farrow, Cllrs Elaine Waymouth and Tim Carroll, and Richard Needs, all then of Somerset County Council, pictured in 2005 with contractors’ project manager Jon Kite and John Burr, of highways agents Atkins

Looking Back: A progress update on Taunton's Silk Mills bridge in 2005

Castle Street in Stoke-sub-Hamdon will be closed at its junction with North Street between Monday, February 16 and Sunday, February 22, as part of the next phase of work

Castle Street in Stoke-sub-Hamdon will be closed at its junction with North Street between Monday, February 16 and Sunday, February 22, as part of the next phase of work

Major upgrade to South Somerset gas pipes well underway

Abbotts Ann Village Hall

Letter: Concern over cost and sustainability of West Somerset Lagoon

More than 100 workers from Second Step will strike from next week

More than 100 workers from Second Step will strike from next week

Mental Health charity workers to take further strike action

National Grid Electricity Distribution will soon start inspections in Taunton as part of a wider project covering the South West, Midlands and South Wales

National Grid Electricity Distribution will soon start inspections in Taunton as part of a wider project covering the South West, Midlands and South Wales

Home visits to start in Taunton as part of major inspection programme

Adam Dance column: Why Leonardo is a crucial part of Yeovil's economy

Wessex Water, stock image.

Wessex Water, stock image.

Wessex Water must pay £11m enforcement package after sewage and wastewater issues

Wessex Water's Keynsham Water Recycling Centre can now safely process up to 208 litres of sewage per second before returning treated water to the environment

Wessex Water's Keynsham Water Recycling Centre can now safely process up to 208 litres of sewage per second before returning treated water to the environment

Water Treatment

Major water treatment upgrade at centre near Bristol now complete

L-R: Nick Cooper (Agratas), Matt Beaven (Jays Transport), Matt Tudor (UCS College Group), Phil Peregreen (TClarke), Glenn Hiscocks (Agratas), David Crew (Somerset Chamber of Commerce), Richard Young (NG Bailey), Ben Walker of Jays Transport

L-R: Nick Cooper (Agratas), Matt Beaven (Jays Transport), Matt Tudor (UCS College Group), Phil Peregreen (TClarke), Glenn Hiscocks (Agratas), David Crew (Somerset Chamber of Commerce), Richard Young (NG Bailey), Ben Walker of Jays Transport

More than 160 people attend Somerset business breakfast

Ms Sabine wants the government to take action to ensure heating oil remains affordable for those who rely on it to heat their homes

Ms Sabine wants the government to take action to ensure heating oil remains affordable for those who rely on it to heat their homes

Anna Sabine calls for action to help households with heating costs

National Grid Electricity Distribution will begin the checks in and around Wellington from Wednesday, October 22, focusing on properties in the TA21 postcode area

National Grid Electricity Distribution will begin the checks in and around Wellington from Wednesday, October 22, focusing on properties in the TA21 postcode area

Electricity safety checks being rolled out in and around Wellington

Yeovil College student Alfie O’Neill spoke about his work experience with BAM UK & Ireland, the contractor delivering the college’s £60m+ transformation

Yeovil College student Alfie O’Neill spoke about his work experience with BAM UK & Ireland, the contractor delivering the college’s £60m+ transformation

Yeovil College student says new facilities will be a 'game-changer'

A traffic management scheme is now in place on Draycott Road to safeguard both the team and local motorists during the work period

A traffic management scheme is now in place on Draycott Road to safeguard both the team and local motorists during the work period

Major gas infrastructure project begins work in Cheddar

Trust in local media increases to 80 per cent, new survey shows

Trust in local media increases to 80 per cent, new survey shows

Trust in local media increases to 80 per cent, new survey shows

Bridgwater Town Hall theatre inside

Bridgwater Town Hall theatre inside

Bridgwater Town Council

Town Hall theatre to be closed for most of 2026

Director Carole Champion led the ceremony and cut the ribbon in the company’s signature colour of bold orange

Director Carole Champion led the ceremony and cut the ribbon in the company’s signature colour of bold orange

Somerton manufacturer reveals growing production facility

Site supervisor Jason Waring, 48.

Site supervisor Jason Waring, 48.

Hinkley Point C

Three companies to be prosecuted after Hinkley Point C site fatality

Sheppy's managing director David Sheppy

Sheppy's managing director David Sheppy

Family-run cider maker battles market headwinds with tech and quality

Hinkley Point C

Letter: Nuclear power stations are not the answer for renewable energy

Clive Higgins, chair and CEO of Leonardo in the UK said:

Clive Higgins, chair and CEO of Leonardo in the UK said:

RUSI report highlights importance of defence sector to Yeovil

The students received their awards at a presentation at the iAero innovation hub

The students received their awards at a presentation at the iAero innovation hub

Yeovil College students recognised in art competition

The competition challenged young people across the South West to present groundbreaking ideas, with Mr Wan's winning presentation exploring the potential for expanding AI use in the future

The competition challenged young people across the South West to present groundbreaking ideas, with Mr Wan's winning presentation exploring the potential for expanding AI use in the future

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Leonardo employee wins Reggie Brie Young Persons' Lecture competition

At the end of his visit, Mr Amos said:

At the end of his visit, Mr Amos said:

Somerset MP visits building firm to discuss housing delivery support

Simon Parkes, unit manager at Batts Combe quarry, said:

Simon Parkes, unit manager at Batts Combe quarry, said:

Batts Combe Quarry

Notification service for blasts introduced at Somerset quarry

During her tour of the facilities, the incoming High Sheriff praised the company’s cross-generational focus on mental health

During her tour of the facilities, the incoming High Sheriff praised the company’s cross-generational focus on mental health

New High Sheriff of Somerset visits Leonardo Helicopters

Simon’s pioneering research also explores new ways to reduce the carbon footprint of the vertical lift technology through lighter airframes and greener fuel sources

Simon’s pioneering research also explores new ways to reduce the carbon footprint of the vertical lift technology through lighter airframes and greener fuel sources

Yeovil-raised rotor technology expert recognised with award

Residents Of Styles Close In Frome Are Campaigning Against The New Battery Energy Storage Site. CREDIT: Holly Lawton. Free to use for all BBC wire partners.

Residents Of Styles Close In Frome Are Campaigning Against The New Battery Energy Storage Site. CREDIT: Holly Lawton. Free to use for all BBC wire partners.

Frome residents celebrate battery site withdrawal

The company launched its MoBros fundraising team, captained by England rugby star Henry Slade, and raised the money through in-branch activities and donations from partners and customers.

The company launched its MoBros fundraising team, captained by England rugby star Henry Slade, and raised the money through in-branch activities and donations from partners and customers.

South West firm in top three in Europe for fundraising efforts

View Of Minehead From The Beach On Warren Road. CREDIT: Daniel Mumby. Free to use for all BBC wire partners.

View Of Minehead From The Beach On Warren Road. CREDIT: Daniel Mumby. Free to use for all BBC wire partners.

Minehead to Watchet tidal lagoon could provide electricity for 120 years

Massey Wilcox Transport Ltd has achieved two significant industry accreditations

Massey Wilcox Transport Ltd has achieved two significant industry accreditations

Haulier celebrating 'highest industry standards' with new accreditations

Artist's Impression Of The Wetlands Gateway Within The Selwood Garden Community In Frome

Artist's Impression Of The Wetlands Gateway Within The Selwood Garden Community In Frome

Construction could begin in 18 months on first of 1,700 homes if approval given

There are 28 separate changes in the Bill, with most of them not expected to be implemented before the autumn of 2026

There are 28 separate changes in the Bill, with most of them not expected to be implemented before the autumn of 2026

Government to unveil Employment Rights Bill in 'seismic shift' in rights for workers

Prize winners, from left to right – Dan Richards, Chloe Thompson, Connor Perry, Niamh Bird.

Prize winners, from left to right – Dan Richards, Chloe Thompson, Connor Perry, Niamh Bird.

Lentells offices in Chard, Seaton and Taunton raise £410 for Macmillan

GPs in England are voting on whether to take strike action following new a contract for GP service in the region.

GPs in England are voting on whether to take strike action following new a contract for GP service in the region.

Concerns GP industrial action could bring the NHS to a standstill

One of Crendon Timber Engineering's solar powered sites

One of Crendon Timber Engineering's solar powered sites

Timber firm's solar powered network includes Glastonbury site

Independents Day UK: Support your independent retailer

Independents Day UK: Support your independent retailer

Independents Day UK: Support your independent retailer

Somerscience panel sheds light on STEM careers in the South West

Somerscience panel sheds light on STEM careers in the South West

Somerscience panel sheds light on STEM careers in the South West

Daniel Bosisto, a 27-year-old steel-fixing apprentice from Cardiff.

Daniel Bosisto, a 27-year-old steel-fixing apprentice from Cardiff.

Training, investment and jobs: report on ‘positive impacts’ of Hinkley project

On April 7, 2022, Mr Johnson, accompanied by Kwasi Kwarteng, unveiled the British Energy Security Strategy

On April 7, 2022, Mr Johnson, accompanied by Kwasi Kwarteng, unveiled the British Energy Security Strategy

Looking back: Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson pays a visit to Hinkley Point C

Sarah Dyke, MP for the Somerton and Frome constituency which neighbours Bridgwater and West Somerset.

Sarah Dyke, MP for the Somerton and Frome constituency which neighbours Bridgwater and West Somerset.

County Lib Dems hope new Gigafactory is 'step in right direction' for climate crisis

A render of what the Gravity smart campus could look like once construction is complete.

A render of what the Gravity smart campus could look like once construction is complete.

New Gigafactory: Financial support from government needed, says county Labour leader

Royal Mail announce another stamp price increase from April

Royal Mail announce another stamp price increase from April

Royal Mail announces another stamp price increase from April

Mike Davies, Station Director at Hinkley Point B, is moving to another station in Lancashire.

Mike Davies, Station Director at Hinkley Point B, is moving to another station in Lancashire.

'Immensely proud' director of Somerset nuclear power station steps down

The green light has been given for formal construction to begin at Sizewell C, the sister project to Hinkley Point C.

The green light has been given for formal construction to begin at Sizewell C, the sister project to Hinkley Point C.

Construction to begin at new power station set to be identical to Hinkley Point C