The lady in the centre is Liz Truss, Secretary of State for DEFRA. She is surrounded by men in suits, including me. This was the scene today when the new Somerset Rivers Authority, which will take responsibility to deliver effective flood … [Read more...] about Somerset Rivers Authority – now it’s Official!
Make a date
If you are thinking about Christmas presents please do your local traders a big favour and shop with them first. This weekend marks Small Business Saturday - a national celebration of the rich variety of shops we still have. I will be in … [Read more...] about Make a date
Sedgemoor’s future – what do YOU think?
Life in 2032 will probably be very different indeed. Hinkley C will be up and running and the area surrounding may well be a real honeypot for businesses, homes and employment throughout the South West. I don't do soothsaying, but … [Read more...] about Sedgemoor’s future – what do YOU think?
Blowing bubbles
I'm lucky. I can still blow bubbles. Thousands of people who suffer with lung disease are no longer able to perform such simple tasks. The British Lung Foundation is campaigning to get lung health checks included in standard tests … [Read more...] about Blowing bubbles
HINKLEY C – Europe says YES!
At last we have lift off! The biggest remaining obstacle to the construction of Britain's first new nuclear power station for a generation has been removed by the decision of the European Commission. They had spent months investigating the … [Read more...] about HINKLEY C – Europe says YES!