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Climate
Local Nature Recovery – what do you think?
Somerset Council is holding a consultation until 30 April to find out your views on what is needed for local nature recovery. Please contribute to help shape our environment's better future.
Newsletter
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Renamed National Landscapes
Today, [Wednesday 22 November] all designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in England and Wales are becoming National Landscapes, including the Mendip Hills.
Council Business
Consultation on Biodiversity Net Gain
Somerset Council's consultation on Biodiversity Net Gain is now live until 4 December '23. This is a new duty for local government, which needs to define policies on their approach to biodiversity by early next year.
Council Business
Stockhill Wood Larch Tree removal
I am writing to let you know that we will be starting work Stockhill Wood tomorrow, where we will be removing diseased larch trees.
Newsletter
The Darker side of Mendip
Discover the Mendip Hills' darker side! Battles, executions and even the occasional ghost, Mendip has seen it all.
Newsletter
Storm Ciaran – what to do in a power cut
Strong winds and flooding may affect the area from the evening of 1 November to the early hours of 2 November.
