12 August 2026 - Society
HOME INSTEAD COMMUNITY INSIGHTS
Please find attached the summer edition of Community Connections from Home Instead Taunton & West Somerset.
News
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22 June 2026 - Council Business
Notice of Election for a Councillor for Bishops Lydeard and Cothelstone Parish Council
Notice is hereby given that a vacancy has occurred in the office of parish councillor for the above parish arising from the resignation of Carl Salter from the Bishops Lydeard Ward. NOTICE OF ELECTION on Thursday 29th October 2026. To apply see forms below,
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18 June 2026 - Society
Independent Visitors needed
The number of children coming into the care of the Local Authority is at its highest level ever – at over 700. As a result, Route1 is seeing an increase in the number of children who are asking for an Independent Visitor.
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21 May 2026 - Climate
People’s Emergency Briefing – Film
There will be a film and discussion in Bishops Lydeard Village Hall on Thursday 18th June 2026 at 7pm. The 'People’s Emergency Briefing' (PEB) is about the nature and climate crisis as part of a national initiative Don't miss it. See poster for more details.
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15 May 2026 - COVID
NHS Spring COVID-19 Vaccination
This spring, a COVID‑19 vaccine will be offered to people aged 75 and over, residents in care homes for older people, and those aged six months and over with a weakened immune system.
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13 May 2026 - Society
Old telephone line switch off
By January 2027, the UK's old copper phone network will be switched off, area by area. For older or vulnerable residents, particularly those with telecare alarms or no mobile phone, it can be confusing and potentially risky if they're not prepared in time.
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28 April 2026 - Council Business
Recruitment of Clerk
Due to the currents clerk’s wish to retire, the Parish Council is seeking an organised and committed person to undertake this key role, which is the Clerk/ Proper Officer of the council. They are responsible for the day-to-day organisation and management of the Council’s services.
