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Follow simple 11am rule to stay safe in the heat, UKHSA warns
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has reminded families of a simple 11am rule to help them stay safe in the sun this summer
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M5 traffic 'standstill' after Taunton crash
Emergency services were at the scene
Triple amputee from Somerset has an inspirational message for 'everyone who doubted me'
The triple amputee has just celebrated an incredible achievement
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We visit a beautiful North Somerset village with a notorious problem
A solution first proposed a century ago is finally taking shape
Teenager sexually assaulted at South West music event
The event was held at a football club
Taunton protest fears prompt plea to 'reject division and hostility'
"Somerset is at its best when we stand together"
Bath man dragged from devastating house fire after hearing 'loud bang'
He lost almost everything as his home of 42 years went up in flames
Jailed Somerset councillor resigns after failing to overturn conviction
"I am sadly unable to continue representing those who elected me but consider that I acted in their best interests"
Three women could help police after TK Maxx theft
Officers are investigating the crime
DWP overpayments update as thousands must repay up to £20,000
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a statement
Biker airlifted to hospital after Somerset crash
The crash involved a motorbike and a car
Bridgwater Docks set to reclaim 'former glory' after £5.2m regeneration plan approved
Of the £5.2m allocated for the regeneration project, £1m is explicitly for walking and cycling improvements
Somerset pensioner who fell into 'sea of mud' demands footpath changes
He's previously taken issues into his own hands in clearing paths and tidying up signposts
'Period of instability' at Somerset school charging £95,000 fees
Ofsted has now noted several areas that 'need attention'
Drivers warned of M5 closures tonight for major resurfacing work
The motorway will be closed tonight as part of a series of phased work
Family left devastated after losing almost everything in house fire
The mum and daughters have 'lost almost everything'
Beloved son, brother and uncle among this week's Somerset funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
The £105m solution being built in Somerset’s most congested village - in pictures
The beautiful location has one big problem
Firefighters kept busy as they tackle multiple blazes across Devon and Somerset in hot weather
Long dry spell of weather is leaving fields and woodland tinder dry
Homes evacuated as house burns in Somerset village
Eight engines and fire crews from a dozen stations battle flames