Sedgemoor celebrates the poll result
June 10, 2021
The leaders and a representative from the political parties who make up Sedgemoor District Council joined forces to thank those 111,589 voters who took the time and trouble to vote in the recent local poll regarding the future of local government in Somerset. There was a resounding result in favor of Stronger Somerset which gained…
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Celebrating Accreditation whilst keeping Blueloop’s customers and suppliers safe
June 10, 2021
We have some exciting news from Blueloop House (www.blueloop.net) – We are delighted to announce that we have gained Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Building upon our work securing Cyber Essentials and ISO27001, Blueloop were audited in May to the Cyber Essentials Plus standard and passed with no issues highlighted. Cyber Essentials is the governments base…
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Booming Bridgwater
June 8, 2021
News that £22.6m has been granted to the Bridgwater Town Board is a massive boost to the local economy and very welcome news. Ambitious bidding plans were put to the Government and they saw the aspiration, drive and determination of local people to make Bridgwater a better place. Bridgwater Town Board chair, Dr Fiona McMillian,…
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The Importance of an Inventory and the Process of Claiming a Deposit.
June 7, 2021
An inventory and schedule of condition is a vital document in the process of letting a property as it is the only way to evaluate the state of a property at the beginning and end of a tenancy. It is therefore the only way to assess how much disrepair or damage has taken place and…
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WELCOME BACK to Sedgemoor!
June 4, 2021
#ShopSafeShopSedgemoor is being managed by Daffodil PR and Communications, supported by the government and the European Development Fund with the message now focussed on welcoming people back to high streets and shopping areas across the district. Over the past few weeks, we have seen all high street businesses across the Sedgemoor district able to open…
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Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
June 3, 2021
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021. The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment. Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021. 1. Who can claim To be eligible for the grant you…
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IPAF Training with Unity Operators
June 2, 2021
Book your IPAF training with Unity Operators throughout June & July and get a MEWP Harness Operator Kit for £50 + VAT (RRP £80 + VAT) This offer is valid for any IPAF Category booking – 3A, 3B, 1B and Harness use and inspection. *** We are also offering discounted rates on PASMA courses throughout…
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£6m boost for Somerset’s Economy
June 2, 2021
Somerset County Council has today announced details of a £6m package of funding to kickstart Somerset’s economy. The cash boost will include financial support for businesses, financial support for individuals and a range of other measures to stimulate the economy and boost the county as it recovers from coronavirus. Councillor David Hall, Cabinet Member for…
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Work begins on £16m entertainment and dining development in the heart of Bridgwater
May 24, 2021
Work has begun on a £16 million leisure project in Bridgwater town centre. The much-anticipated development will be known as Northgate Yard and will feature a 7-screen cinema, 8-lane bowling alley and sports bar as well as multiple restaurants. It is due for completion in October 2022. Development to be known as Northgate Yard7-screen cinema, 8-lane bowling alley, sports bar and…
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One month left to join VAT Deferral New Payment Scheme
May 20, 2021
Businesses that deferred VAT payments last year have one month left to join online to pay in monthly instalments under the VAT Deferral New Payment Scheme, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has said today. The online portal for the new payment scheme closes on 21 June 2021. Over half a million businesses deferred £34 billion…
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More than 63,500 file Self Assessment on first day of tax year and HMRC urges others to follow!
May 20, 2021
More than 63,500 customers filed their 2020/21 tax return online on 6 April, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed. And with almost 950,000 online Self Assessment returns received so far this tax year, HMRC is urging others to do the same and file their tax returns early. Each year, thousands of people choose to…
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Sedgemoor District Council working to help businesses affected by COVID-19
May 18, 2021
Sedgemoor District Council has opened a new discretionary grant scheme called Recovery Grant. Sedgemoor District Council has launched a new discretionary grant scheme (Recovery Grant) to help some of the businesses in the District that are affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The scheme is in addition to the Restart Grant scheme announced in the Budget…
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EU Trade - Rules of Origin webinar available for South West businesses
May 18, 2021
As lockdown ends and businesses start to reopen, traders in the South West are being encouraged to watch HMRC’s new webinar on Rules of Origin. This webinar will help traders ensure they’re taking advantage of the preferential tariff rates available to them since 1 January, for goods they trade with the EU. HM Revenue and Customs…
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Clarke Willmott don’t like cricket, they love it!
May 14, 2021
Clarke Willmott Solicitors are pleased to be continuing their long standing partnership with Somerset County Cricket Club (SCCC) this year, renewing their partnership and remaining as the club’s preferred legal partner. They have provided the club with legal advice for over 30 years. Part of the partnership includes the sponsorship of the SCCC Academy, which…
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WALPOLE DUNN ANNOUNCES SOMERSET SUPER LEAGUE!
May 14, 2021
Walpole Dunn is pleased to officially announce we will be launching the Somerset Super League; the exciting new 5-a-side football tournament that will begin our 5th anniversary year celebrations and raise funds for bibic, our Charity of the Year. Bibic is a national charity based in Langport that supports young people with developmental and neurological difficulties. Whilst…
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Sansum's Skydive Dunkeswell September 2021
May 14, 2021
Sansum Solutions Group Limited a double award winning commercial cleaning contractor in the heart of Somerset, will see three of its management team skydive from 15,000 ft on 25 September 2021 in support of the charity Children’s Hospice South West. Jason Woodcock, Managing Director, Jennifer Wilson, Business Development Manager and Rachel Porter, HR Manager of…
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