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The Disabled Band Reduction Scheme could reduce household council tax bills by a full band rate or 17%

Disabled households in UK could save hundreds on council tax bill

The Disabled Band Reduction Scheme could reduce household council tax bills by a full band rate or 17%

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Brits are ditching the dreaded 'step count' for an efficient and less time consuming way to lose weight and burn fat (Contains affiliate links)

Walking trend replaces 10,000 steps for 'better' low-impact alternative

Brits are ditching the dreaded 'step count' for an efficient and less time consuming way to lose weight and burn fat

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 38m

A pedestrian has suffered potentially life-threatening injuries

Pedestrian fights for life after motorcycle crash

A pedestrian has suffered potentially life-threatening injuries

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The Newt in Somerset named as UK's best

Posh Somerset spot named one of 'ultimate hotels' in the world

The Newt in Somerset named as UK's best

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There are simple steps we can take to protect ourselves and others

Covid, common cold and flu infections are soaring - how to protect yourself

There are simple steps we can take to protect ourselves and others

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Properties where you can live like a celebrity Traitor! (Contains affiliate links)

Five amazing staycation ideas for Traitors fans

Properties where you can live like a celebrity Traitor!

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 2h

Toilet limescale is incredibly irritating and unsightly, but very common. I recently tested toilet cleaners from various supermarkets to see if any of them were as good as my favourite Harpic.

I tried toilet cleaners from Aldi, M&S and Tesco — best was £1 less than Harpic

Toilet limescale is incredibly irritating and unsightly, but very common. I recently tested toilet cleaners from various supermarkets to see if any of them were as good as my favourite Harpic.

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The headteacher has strongly criticised the plans

Domino’s could open new takeaway outside Somerset secondary school

The headteacher has strongly criticised the plans

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 2h

Bridgerton lovers, Jane Austen devotees and Christmas Market pilgrims all coalesce around the No.15.

Resplendent hotel that attracts Bridgerton fans and Harry Potter stars

Bridgerton lovers, Jane Austen devotees and Christmas Market pilgrims all coalesce around the No.15.

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 3h

Yeovil Literary Festival has unveiled its 2025 lineup, featuring Sir Michael Palin, Dame Mary Berry, Sir Michael Morpurgo, Jung Chang and Sandi Toksvig among others

Michael Palin and Mary Berry among stars at Yeovil Literary Festival 2025

Yeovil Literary Festival has unveiled its 2025 lineup, featuring Sir Michael Palin, Dame Mary Berry, Sir Michael Morpurgo, Jung Chang and Sandi Toksvig among others

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 3h

Into new apartments

Disused retail space in Bath to be transformed under new plans

Into new apartments

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"22 per cent drop in visit numbers into Wiltshire over past year – I find it quite shocking."

Tourist numbers dropped after Council defunded its tourist company

"22 per cent drop in visit numbers into Wiltshire over past year – I find it quite shocking."

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 4h

But "nothing would encourage them to reduce their car use", survey says

Exmoor's grand plan to get more visitors to visit national park

But "nothing would encourage them to reduce their car use", survey says

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 4h

The paedophile rock star was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences

Murder arrests after disgraced rock star dies in prison attack

The paedophile rock star was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 5h

Several groups can get their NHS prescriptions for free in England

Health minister update on key changes to NHS free prescriptions

Several groups can get their NHS prescriptions for free in England

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 5h

This pretty market town looks like it hasn't changed in generations

I visited gorgeous little market town heaving with dozens of independent shops

This pretty market town looks like it hasn't changed in generations

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 6h

Lee Hoult claims the bags are constantly being ripped open by rats and seagulls and the council are doing nothing to help

'I'm trapped by neighbour's mountain of rat-infested rubbish'

Lee Hoult claims the bags are constantly being ripped open by rats and seagulls and the council are doing nothing to help

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Carnival-goers turned out in force for a night of floats, fancy dress and community spirit – with volunteers reminding locals it’s a one-night celebration worth backing.

Wincanton Carnival in pictures as crowds turn out for spectacle

Carnival-goers turned out in force for a night of floats, fancy dress and community spirit – with volunteers reminding locals it’s a one-night celebration worth backing.

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 6h

The Entry Exit System (EES) involves people from third-party countries such as the UK having their fingerprints registered and photograph taken

Four-hour queue warning as new EU border rules come into force

The Entry Exit System (EES) involves people from third-party countries such as the UK having their fingerprints registered and photograph taken

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 7h

He was caught by a Ring doorbell camera

Reform councillor apologises after urinating on street

He was caught by a Ring doorbell camera

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Gardeners should clear fallen leaves from their lawns as soon as they start to fall - but there are several reasons why you might want to keep them in the garden

Gardener shares best time to collect leaves on the lawn

Gardeners should clear fallen leaves from their lawns as soon as they start to fall - but there are several reasons why you might want to keep them in the garden

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 8h

The property has five bedrooms and a double garage/workshop

Converted former Somerset mill has acres of stunning gardens

The property has five bedrooms and a double garage/workshop

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 8h

One of the best Christmas markets in Europe has been named by travel experts and it's just a two-hour flight away from Bristol (Contains affiliate links)

Europe's most magical Christmas market is 2 hours away from Bristol

One of the best Christmas markets in Europe has been named by travel experts and it's just a two-hour flight away from Bristol

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SomersetLive @somersetlive.co.uk · 9h

The Farmer's Dog has become one of the most popular pubs in the UK after its appearance on Clarkson's Farm — I went to see what all the fuss was about

I visited Jeremy Clarkson's pub — 3 things left me disappointed

The Farmer's Dog has become one of the most popular pubs in the UK after its appearance on Clarkson's Farm — I went to see what all the fuss was about

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The incident happened the last time he was in the UK

Harry asks for UK security review after 'stalker' incident

The incident happened the last time he was in the UK

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