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cardboard sign held up outside a power station that reads 'there's no planet B'

3:42pm - 13 July 2021

Now is the time for action if we’re going to avoid the worst consequences of a climate emergency.

Banwell street with a car and a works truck driving by

3:39pm - 13 July 2021

Banwell’s long-awaited bypass is edging closer and now you can have your say on the scheme.

blue road sign with a direction arrow for bristol airport

3:38pm - 13 July 2021

A public inquiry into our decision to refuse Bristol Airport’s expansion plans will start next week – and you can watch events unfold online.

foster carers, Nick and Fran smiling towards the camera

3:37pm - 13 July 2021

Could you provide a home for local children needing somewhere safe to stay?

seawater lapping on a beach with the word' heatwave' written into the sand

3:35pm - 13 July 2021

Temperatures are soaring this weekend so do what you can to stay cool and enjoy the sun safely.

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2:52pm - 13 July 2021

Comedy, theatre and food feature in this month’s round up of things to enjoy in North Somerset…

North Somerset's dark blue mobile COVID testing van

4:29pm - 25 June 2021

Rising coronavirus cases in North Somerset mean we must all still be on our guard as we socialise more with friends and family.

movie projector in a dark room with atmospheric smoke around it

12:41pm - 25 June 2021

More live events are now taking place across North Somerset so enjoy the opportunity to socialise with friends and family at Covid-secure functions.

A lake in Portishead surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky

12:36pm - 25 June 2021

Improvements are coming to the Lake Grounds in Portishead and we want to know what you think and what you’d like to see there.

armed forces day flag flying in the wind

12:23pm - 25 June 2021

Show your support to the armed forces by sending a salute.

green text that reads 'wild world heroes' surrounded by cartoon animals and cartoon children

12:16pm - 25 June 2021

Do you have a budding David Attenborough or Greta Thunberg in your family?

hands creating a heart symbol in front of rainbow pride flags

12:12pm - 25 June 2021

Help fly the flag for freedom, equality and love while enjoying a host of entertainment online.

Yellow background with white and red calendar in the foreground that reads '30 June 2021 deadline'.

12:03pm - 25 June 2021

Just five days remain to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme.

North Somerset Council waste and recycling bins lined up against a wall

11:35am - 25 June 2021

How we deal with our waste and recycling is going to be one of the big issues in the coming years as the climate emergency intensifies.

woman wearing an apron stood with her arms crossed in her shop

10:44am - 25 June 2021

Have you discovered the delights of independent businesses in your local town?