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Fire in Netherclay Woodland, Bishop’s Hull
Yesterday, I received the short video above showing the aftermath of a fire in Netherclay Woodland. Well done to the Bishop’s Hull resident who alerted the emergency services. They arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze using beaters and portable water packs. Well done to the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service for their prompt…
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Vote John Hunt on Thursday 6th May 2027
John Hunt – An Independent voice representing you, not the interests of a political party. On election day (6th May 2027) I will have represented the good people of Bishop’s Hull and Taunton West at Somerset County (now Unitary) Council for 10 incredible years and I have to say, that it has been an honour…
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The Opening of Orchard Grove Civic Square.
“The community came together at the weekend as Orchard Grove marked the official opening of its new Civic Square – the first dedicated public space created for residents to gather and enjoy. The family friendly event marked a milestone moment in the growth of the Taunton development. Designed as a central gathering place, the Civic…
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Somerset Armed Forces Day 2026
Somerset Armed Forces Day is about to start here in Vivary Park, I’m told it finishes at 6pm and is FREE to attend. A little about the show: Somerset Armed Forces Day is a free community event bringing together serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets, Armed Forces families, emergency services, charities, schools, local organisations and the…
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Remembrance Sunday – Taunton 2025
The parade of veterans, scouts, guides and cadets in Hammet Street, on their way to Vivary Park, where the Service of Remembrance and wreath laying ceremony was held in front of the War Memorial
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Car Park saved from closure
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS NEWS!!!!!!Plans to sell-off Taunton’s High Street car park have been reversed. To say I’m thrilled for the people and businesses of Taunton that this vital facility is not going to be closed by Somerset Council, is a massive understatement. Having pushed for this unlikely result since September, it is a huge relief to…
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Taunton councillor issues warning over sale of car park
Mary Street/High Street Car Park in Taunton. Following on from my concerns submitted at a previous Somerset Council Executive meeting, I also gave a short speech at the September meeting of the Full Council. Here is the wording, with the video above for your convenience. “The proposed disposal of the Mary Street/High Street Car Park…
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Understandable confusion over Council Election 2023
A message for those I represent in Bishop’s Hull The elections currently taking place are for the new Taunton Parish (Town) Council, with polling day tomorrow, 4 May. There has been a great deal of understandable confusion about this election in Bishop’s Hull. Many of you have contacted me to ask why you have not…