News
Think twice before visiting us
SWT is asking visitors to the area over the Bank Holiday and half term to be considerate to local communities.
22 May 2020
Council newsBusinesses urged to be Legionella aware
SWT is urging owners of public buildings and volunteer-run premises to service their water and air conditioning systems before re-opening to staff...
13 May 2020
Council newsCommemorate VE Day with us
SWT plans to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) despite Coronavirus restrictions, and wants as many people as possible to...
Message of support for twin towns
The Mayor of Taunton, Cllr Fran Smith, has sent messages of support during the Coronavirus pandemic to the residents of twin towns in France and Ge...
27 April 2020
Council newsLifeline for commercial vessels
SWT is throwing a lifeline to commercial fishing vessels and businesses moored in Minehead.
Claim your business grant
SWT has paid out over £23m in grants to support local businesses while the UK is in Coronavirus lock down and is now reaching out to those who may...
Virtual committee meetings
SWT will be holding virtual committee meetings from Monday 27 April 2020, until further notice.
21 April 2020
Council newsVivary Park avenue intact
Somerset West and Taunton Council has moved to dispel fears that the iconic avenue of trees in Vivary Park has been felled.
21 April 2020
Council newsMayor attends virtual opening of community shop
The Mayor of Taunton, Cllr Fran Smith, has made her first virtual appearance at the opening of the Wilton and Sherford Community Shop.