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County VIPs mark the Platinum Jubilee
Dignitaries from across the county came together last Friday as part of the National Association of Civic Officers Tree Planting Day, to plant tree...
Grassland Management Strategy supporting our ecology
Somerset West and Taunton Council has a new Grassland Management Strategy to ensure that mowing routines support the climate and our ecology.
Upskilling and careers offered through SWT partners
Are you looking for work or to develop your skills for a new role? If so, don’t miss out on the upcoming careers and jobs fairs taking across the d...
SWT encouraging women in local government on International Women’s Day
Somerset West and Taunton Council is joining the world in recognising the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, as it mar...
SWT approves draft arrangements for new Taunton council
Somerset West and Taunton Council has approved draft arrangements for the creation of a new town council for Taunton.
04 March 2022
Council newsBlue and yellow umbrellas to be displayed in support of Ukraine
Somerset West and Taunton (SWT) Council is working with empty retail and event branding specialists, City Dressing, to install blue and yellow umbr...
04 March 2022
Council newsTaunton retold through town centre display
A graphical timeline illustrating Taunton’s history from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 20th Century will be displayed on the front of the former De...
Set up a council tax direct debit to receive energy rebate quickly
Somerset West and Taunton Council is urging bill-payers to set up a direct debit to pay their council tax, to ensure they get their £150 energy reb...
Somerset West Lottery spring bonus prize draw
Everyone who signs up to buy one or more tickets in the Somerset West Lottery between 1 March and 23 April 2022 will be in with the chance to win a...