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Mendip District Council MDC Mendip Monthly Bulletins

Potential housing sites in Norton St Philip 2029-2045 – Consultation Event

Published: 16 Mar 26

A public consultation event will be held on Wednesday 1 April 2026 between 4pm and 7pm at the Palairet Hall, Norton St Philip Read More...

Recycling site summer hours begin soon

Published: 4 Mar 26

Recycling Sites will move to their summer opening hours from Wednesday 1 April. All sites will remain open from 9am to 4pm on weekends. Midweek, sites will be open from 9am to 6pm. Opening days vary from site to site, check online before you visit. Read More...

Easter bank holiday collections

Published: 4 Mar 26

The long Easter weekend on 3 to 6 April means your recycling and rubbish collections will be a day later. There won’t be collections on Friday 3 April or Monday 6 April. If you usually have a Friday collection, it will move to Saturday, 4 April. Collections resume on Tuesday 7 April, and will be a day later all week Read More...

Community Conversations event with Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

Published: 11 Feb 26

Please find attached information on the Fire and Rescue Service’s Community Conversation Event, which we have been asked to share with you. Read More...

RSV vaccinations for people aged 75 and over

Published: 10 Feb 26

Please see the below information on the RSV vaccinations. Read More...

Parish Update - Storm Chandra Tuesday 27th Jan

Published: 28 Jan 26

Please see attached an update from Somerset Council regarding the impacts of Storm Chandra. The information sheet explains why a major incident has been called, highways updates and how to report incidents and issues. Read More...

Storm Chandra - Somerset Community Impact Feedback

Published: 27 Jan 26

The Somerset Council Emergency Planning Team are keen to assess any impacts of the anticipated weather event developing within Somerset. We would therefore be grateful if you would complete the below feedback tool form if you are witnessing noticeable impacts and effects in your area due to the weather situation. Read More...

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service Community Risk Management Plan engagement survey

Published: 16 Jan 26

Please see the below from the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. Read More...

Storm Goretti

Published: 12 Jan 26

Following Storm Goretti information has been received from Somerset Council. Read More...

Post Christmas clean up

Published: 8 Jan 26

Somerset Council has issued information for residents on the post Christmas clean up. Read More...

Judicial Review - NSP Neighbourhood Plan

Published: 8 Jan 26

Following a Judicial Review taken out at the High Court by Lochailort Investments Ltd regarding the Neighbourhood Plan for Norton St Philip, the Referendum and its result have been quashed. Read More...

Christmas waste collections in Somerset

Published: 22 Dec 25

Somerset Council announces festive waste collection changes, including revised dates and recycling tips for the Christmas period Read More...

Consultation on the Future Electoral and Boundary Arrangements for Somerset Reopens

Published: 11 Dec 25

Somerset Council has been informed that the Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE), the independent body responsible for reviewing local electoral boundaries, has reopened its consultation on the draft recommendations for new division boundaries for Somerset Council. It is inviting residents and local organisations to share their views. The reopened consultation will run from 25 November 2025 to 14 January 2026. Read More...

Food Waste Recycling in Somerset

Published: 11 Dec 25

Did you know that food waste makes up over 20% of the average Somerset family’s rubbish bin by weight? Read More...

Wessex Water Community Drop in- Trowbridge

Published: 11 Dec 25

Do you have a query about your water bill, how to save water and prevent blockages, or your water and sewerage services? Read More...

Date Change - Temporary Road Closure: Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 6 Nov 25

The new date for the works to commence is 11th November 2025 and is expected to last until 18th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 - 23:59. Read More...

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service Precept Survey

Published: 2 Nov 25

Every year, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service ask local residents and businesses to take part in their annual precept survey. The five-minute form asks how people feel about the service they receive, and will influence the amount the Service receives from council tax in 2026/27. Read More...

Don’t let your pumpkin go to waste this Halloween

Published: 2 Nov 25

Somerset Council urges residents to reduce Halloween food waste by eating their pumpkins. Read More...

Postponed - Temporary Road Closure: ttro080286E-WWU-Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip.

Published: 22 Oct 25

Please be aware that these works have been postponed. Somerset Council will advise once a new date has been agreed. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro646002E - Frome Road, Tellisford

Published: 15 Oct 25

The order becomes effective on 05th November 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months. Read More...

Opening times at Recycling Sites

Published: 13 Oct 25

If you're planning to visit your local recycling site, please remember that all 16 recycling sites have now moved to autumn/winter opening hours. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro080286E - Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 1 Oct 25

The works are expected to commence on 27th October 2025 and last for 12 days to enable Wales & West Utilities to install a gas main. Read More...

Have your say on Sunday parking charges proposal

Published: 22 Sep 25

A public consultation on proposals to introduce Sunday charges in Somerset Council car parks has started (Monday, 8 September) and runs for six weeks, closing on 20 October. Read More...

Planning Application - Land west of 67 Fortescue St NSP

Published: 15 Sep 25

At a meeting of the Parish Council held on 10th September 2025 the PC resolved to submit a holding objection for the planning application at land west of 67 Fortescue Street, NPS. A copy of the objection is attached. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan and Planning Application update

Published: 9 Sep 25

The PC has provided the following update on planning matters relating to NSP. Read More...

Recycling Site opening hours change from Wednesday 1 October

Published: 5 Sep 25

If you are planning to visit your local recycling site, please remember that from Wednesday, 1 October our 16 recycling sites will be changing to their autumn/winter opening hours. Read More...

FirstBus - New timetables

Published: 1 Sep 25

The Parish Council has asked that parishioners are advised that new FirstBus timetables came into effect on 31 August. Details on the timetable for Norton St Philip are awaited from FirstBus and, in the meantime, residents are advised to check the website for new times. Read More...

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service- Community Conversations event

Published: 22 Jul 25

Sharing the information about the next Community Conversations event Read More...

NSP Neighbourhood Plan - Referendum Update

Published: 19 Jul 25

Norton St Philip Parish Council is delighted that the Neighbourhood Plan (NP) has been approved in the referendum held on 17th July 2025. 404 votes were cast with 398 in favour of adoption (98.5%) and 6 against. Read More...

Urgent Road Closure: – ttro917462E - WWU - High Street, Norton St Philip

Published: 15 Jul 25

Please be aware that we have received a notification of a TTRN (urgent) road closure at High Street, Norton St. Philip which will commence on 19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025 (08:00 - 23:59) for a total of 2 days. This will enable Wales & West Utilities to lay new service. Read More...

Date Change - Temporary Road Closure: Frome Road, Tellisford

Published: 14 Jul 25

Please be aware that we have received notification of a date change to a temporary road closure at Frome Road, Tellisford for approximately 506 metres. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan - Notice of Poll

Published: 7 Jul 25

Somerset Council has issued the Notice of Poll for the Neighbourhood Plan Referendum. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - Voting arrangements

Published: 17 Jun 25

The Parish Council has checked with Somerset Council regarding the voting arrangements for the Neighbourhood Plan, following a query from a resident. Read More...

Notice of Referendum Norton St Philip Neighbourhood Plan Area

Published: 12 Jun 25

A referendum will be held on 17 July 2025 to decide on the Question below: ‘Do you want Somerset Council to use the Neighbourhood Plan for Norton St Philip to help it decide planning applications in the neighbourhood area?’ Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan Referendum - Information Statement

Published: 9 Jun 25

Somerset Council has now published the Neighbourhood Plan Referendum Information Statement. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan - Referendum

Published: 5 Jun 25

Somerset Council as Local Planning Authority has decided that the Neighbourhood Plan is compliant with the legislation and can progress to referendum. This is scheduled for Thursday 17th July 2025. Read More...

Norton St Philip Neighbourhood Plan- Examiners Report

Published: 12 May 25

The Examiner’s Report has been published. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro613967E - Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 8 May 25

The works are expected to commence on 2nd June 2025 and last for 3 days to enable OCU to rectify reinstatement defects on behalf of Gigaclear. Read More...

Immediate/Urgent Safety works - FROME ROAD, NORTON ST PHILLIP - 2 way lights - Bank Holiday Weekend

Published: 17 Apr 25

Please be aware there are immediate urgent safety works present on Frome Road, Norton St Phillip to trace and repair a gas leak. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro565095E - Bradford Road, Rode

Published: 10 Apr 25

The works are expected to commence on 7th May 2025 and last for 7 days (09:30 - 15:30) to enable Heidelberg to carry out resurfacing works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Read More...

NSP Neighbourhood Plan - Update

Published: 1 Apr 25

The Examiner has issued “Additional Comments” and requested that the PC consider these. Read More...

NSP Neighbourhood Plan - Update

Published: 31 Mar 25

The Examiner has issued a Note confirming that he is “dealing with the examination on the basis of the written material.” Read More...

D2 D2X Bus Timetable

Published: 19 Mar 25

The new bus timetable for D2 and D2X has now been published. Read More...

NSP Neighbourhood Plan -Responses to Independent Examiner and Regulation 16 consultation responses

Published: 13 Mar 25

The Parish Council approved the draft documents published yesterday for submission at its meeting on 12 March 2025. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro282933E-OR-Trowbridge Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 13 Mar 25

The works are expected to commence on 8th April 2025 and last for 6 hours (09:30 - 15:30) to enable Openreach to carry out poling works. Read More...

NSP Neighbourhood Plan - Draft responses to Independent Examiner and Regulation 16 consultation responses

Published: 12 Mar 25

Please find attached two documents relating to the Neighbourhood Plan, which are the PC's draft responses to: a) Questions raised by the Independent Examiner and b) Responses to the Regulation 16 consultation comments Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro505524E - Frome Road, Tellisford

Published: 6 Mar 25

The works are expected to commence on 31st March 2025 and last for 6 hours (09:30 - 15:30) to enable Openreach to replace a pole. Read More...

Date Change - Temporary Road Closure: ttro335852E - Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 2 Mar 25

Please be aware that we have received notification of a date change to a temporary road closure at Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip for approximately 264 metres. Read More...

Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP) ACTIVATED

Published: 28 Feb 25

Somerset Council – all areas Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro945483E - Frome To Radstock Road, Selwood and Buckland Dinham

Published: 14 Feb 25

The works are expected to commence on 13th March 2025 and last for 1 night (21:00 - 05:00) to enable Xeiad to carry out a bridge inspection on behalf of Network Rail. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan - Update

Published: 12 Feb 25

The appointed Examiner, John Slater BA(Hons), DMS, MRTPI, FRGS, has issued introductory notes which set out the procedure for the forthcoming examination Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro548367E - Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 6 Feb 25

The works are expected to commence on 9th March 2025 and last for 6 hours (08:00 - 14:00) to enable Wessex Water to replace a frame and cover. Read More...

Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP): Activated from Weds night ALL AREAS

Published: 6 Feb 25

Due to the severity of the cold weather, please note this update from the SWEP Team. From tonight, Wednesday 5 February until Tuesday 11 February, the SWEP service will be active across the whole of the Somerset Council area. Read More...

Fire Service Consultation- automatic fire alarm question and answer events

Published: 2 Feb 25

The Fire Service is hosting online question and answer sessions, to answer any questions that people might have about the proposals and listen to their views. Read More...

Lochailort Investments Planning applications for Fortescue Fields

Published: 27 Jan 25

All Appeals have been dismissed by the Inspector. Read More...

Fire service consultation- Automatic Fire Alarms

Published: 27 Jan 25

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has started a consultation with options to change how they respond to automatic fire alarms. Read More...

Online sessions to help people understand complexities of care planning: Monday, 27 January 2025 and Thursday, 27 February 2025

Published: 20 Jan 25

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. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro244435E - Bath Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 17 Jan 25

The order becomes effective on 06th February 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months. The works are expected to commence on 11th February 2025 and last for 1 night (19:00 - 07:00) to enable Avonline Networks to carry out cabling works on behalf of Gigaclear. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro397008E - Fulwell Lane, Hemington

Published: 16 Jan 25

The works are expected to commence on 10th February 2025 and last for 5 days to enable Davis Groundworks Ltd to carry out sewer connection works on behalf of Wessex Water. Read More...

TELL SOMERSET COUNCIL TO SUPPORT OUR BUS SERVICES

Published: 14 Jan 25

Somerset Council is consulting on what should be the Council’s spending priorities and where it could make savings. Read More...

Somerset Council's Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP) continues until at least Friday AM

Published: 8 Jan 25

Brush-up on recycling: give your toothpaste tubes a second life!

Published: 7 Jan 25

You can now recycle your empty toothpaste tubes from the comfort of your home. Read More...

A bit too much for your recycling boxes?

Published: 7 Jan 25

What you can do if you have extra recycling following the festivities Read More...

From Christmas gifts to community good

Published: 7 Jan 25

Donate your smart tech to Fixy Read More...

Batteries contain hidden treasures – don’t bin them!

Published: 7 Jan 25

If you’ve had plenty of battery-powered toys whizzing around the house over Christmas, remember to recycle the batteries when they’ve lost their power Read More...

Need a collection day calendar?

Published: 7 Jan 25

If you’ve misplaced your service guide, you can check and download your collections calendar at any time! Read More...

Have your say on Somerset's budget for 2025/26!

Published: 29 Dec 24

Please see the below information from Somerset Council. Read More...

Get ready for Christmas waste collections

Published: 21 Dec 24

With the festive season in full swing, Somerset Council is reminding everyone to take a note of changes to recycling and rubbish collections. Read More...

TRANSFORMING SOMERSET'S BUS NETWORK: A Call For Action

Published: 13 Dec 24

Help Us Transform Somerset's Bus Network Read More...

Policing Team Visits to NSP

Published: 9 Dec 24

The policing team has sent the PC dates for the 2025 parish visits. Please see below for details. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation

Published: 28 Nov 24

Somerset Council is now running the Regulation 16 consultation for the NSP Neighbourhood Plan. Please see below for further details. Read More...

Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP): NOW ACTIVE ACROSS THE COUNTY

Published: 21 Nov 24

Somerset Council's Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP) is now in place in the North and East Area until Monday morning and in the South and West Area until Friday morning. Read More...

Draft submission documents and Regulation 14 Representations November 2024

Published: 7 Nov 24

Following the conclusion of the recent Regulation 14 consultation the Parish Council will now consider whether to submit the Neighbourhood Plan for NSP and the supporting documents to Somerset Council under Regulation 15 of The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012. Read More...

Emergency Road Closure: – ttro251096E - BW - Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 4 Nov 24

Emergency Road Closure: – ttro251096E - BW - Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip Please be aware that we have received a notification of a TTRN (urgent / emergency) road closure at Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip which commenced on 31st October 2024 - 4th November 2024 (11:40 - 23:59) for a total of 5 days. This will enable Bristol Water to carry out works to repair leaking stop tap. Read More...

A36 Woolverton – CCTV Surveys

Published: 22 Oct 24

National Highways will be carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage along the A36 near Woolverton later this month. Read More...

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue - Precept consultation

Published: 17 Oct 24

The PC has received information relating to the precept consultation for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro474081E - Tellisford Lane, Tellisford

Published: 3 Oct 24

The works are expected to commence on 28th October 2024 and last for 3 nights (20:00 - 06:00) to enable Core Highways to carry out CCTV clearing and survey to the drainage on the A36 at its crossroads with Tellisford Lane on behalf of National Highways Read More...

Vicarage Lane, Norton St Phillip, Temporary Prohibition of Vehicles (Filming)

Published: 9 Sep 24

Please find attached a Notice and Plan relating to the above. The Notice has been generated using Section 16 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and will not be advertised in the local paper. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro233236E - Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip

Published: 5 Sep 24

The order becomes effective on 26th September 2024 and will remain in force for eighteen months. Read More...

New bus timetable NSP

Published: 1 Sep 24

Please find attached a bus timetable for NSP, which starts 1st September 2024. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 14 Consultation

Published: 29 Aug 24

The Parish Council is consulting on the pre-submission draft of the Norton St Philip Neighbourhood Development Plan. Read More...

NORTH STREET, NORTON ST PHILIP, TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICLES - Filming Event

Published: 27 Aug 24

Please find below a Notice and Plan relating to the above. The notice has been generated in exercise of its powers under Section 16A of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as inserted by Section 1 of the Road Traffic Regulation (Special Events) Act 1994, as amended, and will therefore not be advertised in the local paper. Read More...

A36 Closure August 2024-Spring 2025 FAQs

Published: 7 Aug 24

Please find attached correspondence relating to the closure of the A36 which is due to commence on Monday 12th August and last up to eight months. Read More...

Avon and Somerset Police

Published: 26 Jul 24

"Come meet us " Times and dates Read More...

🚌Somerset Bus Partnership Update

Published: 18 Jul 24

July Update To Parish Clerks and Councillors Read More...

A36 Limpley Stoke – closure for carriageway repairs and stabilisation

Published: 12 Jul 24

National Highways needs to carry out essential safety improvements to the A36 Warminster Road near Limpley Stoke. Work is required to stabilise the southbound embankment following cracking in the footpath alongside the carriageway. This will prevent further movement, and keep the main carriageway safe. National Highways is also going to take the opportunity to make improvements to the drainage. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro251329E - Tellisford Lane To Church Farm Lane, Norton St Philip

Published: 27 Jun 24

The works are expected to commence on 22nd July 2024 and last for 2 days to enable Bristol Water to install a new connection. Read More...

Urgent / emergency Road Closure: – MD20/0525 -SD007851 - Hassage Farm Lane

Published: 20 May 24

Please be aware that we have received a notification of a TTRN (urgent / emergency) road closure at Knoll Lane, Hassage Farm Lane, Hemington and Norton St. Philip which will commence on 23rd May 2024 - 24th May 2024 (07:00 - 19:00) for a total of 2 days. This will enable prep surface dressing works. Read More...

Annual Reports 2023-2024

Published: 10 May 24

The Parish Council has published its Annual Report for the municipal year 2023-2024. Read More...

Judicial Review Update

Published: 7 May 24

Following Somerset Council's application to vary the original Order associated with the PC's successful challenge of Mendip DC's decision to adopt the Local Plan Part 2 Mr Justice Holgate has agreed to the application, albeit noting that the actions taken by Somerset Council following his judgment were 'of great concern'. The revised order can be seen on the 'Judicial Review' page. Read More...

Annual Parish Meeting

Published: 25 Apr 24

The Annual Parish Meeting for Norton St Philip will take place on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 7.30 pm in the Palairet Hall. Residents are cordially invited to attend. Read More...

Date Change - Temporary Road Closure: Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 17 Apr 24

Please be aware that we have received notification of a date change to a temporary road closure at Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip for approximately 264 metres Read More...

SSEN PSR Digital Toolkit

Published: 4 Apr 24

Disruption to essential services like electricity can sometimes happen and it affects our everyday lives. For some, a power cut can be worrying or difficult. Acknowledging the pivotal role that Community and Parish Councils play in achieving better outcomes for communities and widening the safety net of care around them, SSEN is asking for our help in reaching people who may need extra support during power cuts.  Read More...

- Temporary Road Closure: Chickwell Lane To Row Lane, Hemington

Published: 4 Apr 24

Please be aware that we have received notification of a date change to a temporary road closure at Chickwell Lane To Row Lane, Hemington for approximately 366 metres Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro040235E - Frome Road, Tellisford

Published: 28 Mar 24

Please see below to view the above road closure: Read More...

Gigaclear - Norton St Philip Build Update

Published: 26 Mar 24

Please see below the current works permits for your area, these are subject to change: Read More...

Litter Pick March 2024

Published: 21 Mar 24

To support The Great British Spring Clean this month your Parish Council invites you to take part in our Norton St Philip Litter Pick Morning Read More...

Date Change - Temporary Road Closure: Langham Place, Rode

Published: 1 Mar 24

Please be aware that we have received notification of a date change to a temporary road closure at: Langham Place - from the junction with Rode Hill, to the junction with High Street. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro343172E - Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 1 Mar 24

Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://url6.mailanyone.net/scanner?m=1rfZSp-0003J7-4b&d=4%7Cmail%2F90%2F1709186400%2F1rfZSp-0003J7-4b%7Cin6r%7C57e1b682%7C27780008%7C13531117%7C65E01D6FF24FEC0ECD772A8087FEB42F&o=%2Fphtn%3A%2Fotsree.%2Fwoknt7%3D%3Ft6367m1769&s=_Sc2OpkPE3ocX99whwbpo9aMq1s and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_136776967_3685301_5673848fa0.pdf The order becomes effective on 21st March 2024 and will remain in force for eighteen months. Read More...

Road Closure Notification - Wellow 10K

Published: 28 Feb 24

On Friday 9th February, Somerset Council’s Events Traffic Management team were approached by colleagues at Bath and North East Somerset Council to include a small section of our network in to their Temporary Traffic Regulation Order to facilitate the Wellow 10K run. Somerset Council had no objection to this proposal and the closure and Notice (later Road Closure Order) were added to our network, which can be viewed here: https://one.network/?tm=GB137508055. Read More...

SOMERSET’S BUSES UNDER THREAT

Published: 23 Feb 24

At the recent Somerset Council Bus Advisory Board, First South announced plans to withdraw from the 54 & 58/58A routes and reduce the frequency of their 25 & 28. Read More...

Heavy rain forecast

Published: 21 Feb 24

Some flooding possible and travel disruption likely Read More...

National Highways notification - A36 Bathampton to Salisbury maintenance work

Published: 13 Feb 24

A36 Bathampton to Salisbury - overnight closures for road maintenance works Wednesday 21 February to Tuesday 19 March 2024 Read More...

Urgent Road Closure: – ttro033684E - YFME8622 - Old School To Bath Road, Tellisford

Published: 13 Feb 24

Please be aware that we have received a notification of a TTRN (urgent ) road closure at Old School To Bath Road, Tellisford which will commence on 1st March 2024 - 1st March 2024 (08:00 - 16:30) for a total of 8.5 hours Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan for NSP

Published: 9 Feb 24

The Council will be considering three reports at the February meeting following the recent Regulation 14 Consultation. Read More...

NSP Police Report

Published: 5 Feb 24

Please click below to access the Police Report for January 2024 Read More...

Policing Team Visits to NSP

Published: 5 Feb 24

The policing team for NSP will be making monthly visits to the parish; meeting at The George between 6 and 7 pm on the dates listed. Read More...

Gigaclear - Norton St Philip Build Update

Published: 30 Jan 24

Please see below the current works permits for your area, these are subject to change: Read More...

Gigaclear - Norton St Philip Build Update

Published: 4 Jan 24

Please see below the current works permits for your area, these are subject to change: Read More...

Parish Council complaint to Planning Inspectorate

Published: 15 Dec 23

At a PC meeting held on 13th December 2023 members resolved to register a formal complaint with the Planning Inspectorate regarding the LPP2 examination process. This is following an FOI request for detail of the Quality Assurance (Peer Review) process of the Inspector’s report. Read More...

PC Comment on Bell Hill garage site application

Published: 15 Dec 23

At a meeting of the PC held on 13th December 2023 members resolved to object to planning application 2023/1918/FUL relating to the Bell Hill garage site. Read More...

Gigaclear Build Update

Published: 13 Dec 23

Please see below the current works permits for the NSP area (these are subject to change). Read More...

Public consultation on Somerset Council's budget setting - launches today

Published: 12 Dec 23

A public consultation on the Council’s budget will launch later this afternoon. Read More...

Police Funding Survey

Published: 11 Dec 23

PCC Mark Shelford has launched a survey asking if local people support his proposal to increase the precept – the policing part of the council tax – by at least £10 a year for the average band D household Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro896570ME - Nutts Lane

Published: 7 Dec 23

Further to the email below, please be aware that the works for Nutts Lane are now expected to commence on 2nd January to 15th January 2024. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro896570ME - Nutts Lane

Published: 7 Dec 23

Further to the email below, please be aware that the works for Nutts Lane are now expected to commence on 2nd January to 15th January 2024. Read More...

Urgent Road Closure - Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 27 Nov 23

Please be aware that we have received a notification of a TTRN (urgent) road closure at Ringwell Lane, Norton St. Philip which will commence on 11th December 2023 - 12th December 2023 (08:00 - 16:00) for a total of 2 days. Read More...

Gigaclear Build Update

Published: 23 Nov 23

The PC has received an update from Gigaclear. Read More...

Rode road closures

Published: 15 Nov 23

The PC has been advised of amendments to the dates for some road closures in Rode. Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro335852E -Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 9 Nov 23

The works are expected to commence on 7th December 2023 and last for 14 days to enable OCU Group on behalf of Gigaclear to install ducting followed by fibre works. Read More...

Fire service consultation

Published: 19 Oct 23

Every year communities and businesses are asked about the level of precept (council tax contribution) for the fire and rescue service. This consultation is open now until midday on 30 November. Read More...

Appeal Decision

Published: 16 Oct 23

2022/0895/OUT Land at Frome Road, Norton St Philip - Appeal Dismissed Read More...

Gigaclear Build Update

Published: 13 Oct 23

Please see below the current works permits for your area, Read More...

Temporary Road Closure: ttro896570ME - Lower Street, Farthing Row, Langham Place and Nutts Lane

Published: 12 Oct 23

The order becomes effective on 02nd November 2023 and will remain in force for eighteen months. Read More...

Creating Places for People - Public Consultation – 4th September 2023 to 16th October 2023

Published: 4 Oct 23

Residents and businesses in Somerset are being urged to help shape the future of their county and have their say on how best to create places that put people at the heart of their design. Read More...

MET Office weather warning - Weds/Thurs

Published: 27 Sep 23

A Met Office weather warning of strong winds has been issued for Wednesday going into Thursday this week. Read More...

Planning Applications - Fortescue Fields

Published: 22 Sep 23

The deadline for submitting comments on the three Fortescue Fields applications is 29th September 2023. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 14 Consultation Responses

Published: 9 Sep 23

Gigaclear - Build Update Norton St Philip

Published: 4 Sep 23

Temporary Road Closure: ttro092621ME - Chickwell Lane To Row Lane, Hemington

Published: 4 Sep 23

Temporary Road Closure: ttro616129E - Lyde Green Lane and The Barton, Norton St. Philip

Published: 24 Aug 23

The Parish Council has been advised of a temporary road closure for Lyde Green Lane and The Barton, Norton St. Philip. Read More...

Planning Applications - Fortescue Fields

Published: 22 Aug 23

The PC has received information from Somerset Council that revised information has been received in relation to the three recent planning applications for Fortescue Fields. Read More...

CMC Church Mead Committee

Published: 20 Aug 23

Re-scheduled date for the Annual General Meeting Read More...

Urgent Road Closure: – ttro824816E - BW - Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 8 Aug 23

Gigaclear - Update for The Grange NSP

Published: 27 Jul 23

Mendip Local Plan Part II – Sites & Policies - adopted 2021 with revisions December 2022

Published: 27 Jul 23

Notification of policy changes to an adopted Development Plan Read More...

Somerset Council - Waste Services

Published: 20 Jul 23

Industrial action called off Read More...

Gigaclear - Build Update Norton St Phillip

Published: 14 Jul 23

Temporary Road Closure: ttro154604ME - The Barton, Norton St Philip

Published: 13 Jul 23

Waste Services - Industrial action suspended

Published: 12 Jul 23

Somerset Council has confirmed that strike action by Somerset waste collection crews has been suspended for two weeks pending a union ballot. Read More...

Potential waste collection industrial action 7.7.23

Published: 10 Jul 23

Temporary Road Closure: ttro303883ME - Tellisford Lane, Norton St. Philip

Published: 30 Jun 23

A36 Bathampton to Beckington roundabout - full overnight closures for road renewal works Monday 10 July to Saturday 15 July 2023

Published: 26 Jun 23

The below information has been received from National Highways. Read More...

Gigaclear Build Update

Published: 20 Jun 23

Please see below for recent information received from Gigaclear. Read More...

PC Email address

Published: 20 Jun 23

Somerset Council Waste Briefing

Published: 9 Jun 23

Please see below for a copy of SC's waste briefing for June 2023. Read More...

Parish Council Accounts 2022-2023

Published: 25 May 23

EXERCISE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS TO INSPECT THE 2022/23 ACCOUNTS Read More...

Annual Parish Meeting

Published: 16 May 23

The Annual Parish Meeting for Norton St Philip will take place on Wednesday 24th May 2023 at 7.30 pm in the Palairet Hall. Read More...

Gigaclear Build Update

Published: 15 May 23

Current work permits Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan for Norton St Philip

Published: 11 May 23

The Parish Council is consulting parish residents, landowners and stakeholders on the proposed Neighbourhood Plan for the Parish. If adopted, this would become part of the development plan for the District and used to decide whether planning applications should be approved. Read More...