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Police appeal for video after bank holiday trailer crash on M5

POLICE are appealing for information after a bank holiday crash on the M5 which saw the motorway closed for…

Roadworks removed ahead of August Bank Holiday getaway

ALMOST 1,000 miles of roadworks will be lifted across the UK this bank holiday weekend. National Highways has announced the…

Delays on A303 after lorry overturns

DRIVERS faced delays on the A303 this morning after a lorry overturned. The vehicle ended up on its side on…

Owners of legendary Triumph Stag gather in Mere for meet and run-out

A MEET and run-out celebrating the legendary Triumph Stag took place in Mere on Sunday (August 20). The Somerset and…

More than £100 million to be spent on South West road this year

MORE than £100 million is set to be spent updating roads, paths and bridges in the south west this…

South West named top staycation spot – and what’s your favourite A-road?

THE South West is the top destination for people planning to holiday in the UK this year, according to…

Haynes Motor Museum volunteers honoured for decades of service

DECADES of service by volunteers at a Somerset museum have been recognised with special awards. More than 30 people were…

M5 traffic warning as school holidays getaway set to begin this weekend

DRIVERS are expected to make more than 12 million journeys this weekend as schools break up for the summer…

Billion-pound plans to revamp A303 around Stonehenge approved – despite opposition

CONTROVERSIAL billion-pound plans to transform the roads network around Stonehenge have been approved – with campaigners branding the decision…

Eco-friendly scheme boosts wildlife at Dorchester roundabouts

DRAINAGE improvements at two Dorchester roundabouts have led to improved biodiversity and reduced costs for the sites. National Highways worked…