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New manufacturing facility will bring 150 jobs to Bridgwater
WEB18 minutes ago · A NEW manufacturing and office facility has opened in Bridgwater, providing 150 new jobs for the local economy. BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering companies specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, is behind the new 5545 square foot purpose-built facility. It is located at …
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WEBVillage race near Bridgwater attracts runners from all over Somerset. Read more articles. Latest local Bridgwater sports news, reports, results, Bridgwater Albion Rugby Club, Bridgwater Town FC, speedway, skittles, by the Bridgwater Mercury.
Bridgwater housing developments could cause more congestion …
WEBOct 17, 2023 · RESIDENTS of a major new Bridgwater housing development will have to rely on one congested main road to reach their town centre. Three major developments are at various stages of planning and construction in east Bridgwater, on land between the existing residential streets and the M5 motorway. The two northern sites – …
Latest updates on Bridgwater's 11 Town Deal projects
WEBOct 23, 2023 · To secure the event’s future, the carnival’s current production and storage space on Carnival Way (off the A38 Bristol Road) is being given a new lease of life through a £4.25m project, of which £3m will come directly from the town deal. Chris Hocking, non-executive director of Bridgwater Carnival. (Image: Daniel Mumby) Chris Hocking, one ...
Bridgwater Town Council re-shuffle sees new Mayor chosen
WEBMay 10, 2024 · The re-shuffle of positions sees Cllr Jacqui Solomon as the new Mayor of Bridgwater, with Cllr Kathy Pearce as deputy Mayor. Cllr Brian Smedley has been re-elected as leader of the council and new Community Services Committee chair, with Cllr Irena Hubble as vice-chair, and Rob Semple as director. David Mears remains as CEO and Town Clerk of ...
Bridgwater underpass completely submerged by flood water
WEBMar 12, 2024 · AN underpass in Bridgwater town centre is currently fully submerged by flood water following heavy rain and high-tide. On Monday (March 11), the Environment Agency issued a flood warning for the tidal River Parrett, and stated flooding was 'possible' in Bridgwater. The underpass pictured earlier in the morning.
Bridgwater councillors 'concerned' over Northgate Docks delays
WEBAug 2, 2024 · BRIDGWATER councillors are “increasing concerned” over the lack of progress on a planned regeneration of the Northgate Docks. The docks, which form the northern terminus of the historic Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, was earmarked for a £5.2m regeneration as part of the £23.2m Bridgwater town deal. A drop-in event was held in December 2023 ...