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    Residents in West Somerset have a final chance to have their say on how new development is being planned for the district.

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    Each year West Somerset Council undertake a satisfaction survey, asking residents for their experience and satisfaction with the services that the council provides to residents.

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    A quick link to all current issues relating to the Hinkley Point C proposals.

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West Somerset Council covers 280 square miles of coast and countryside. 

The population of the district is approximately 35,000 with about one third living in Minehead, which is the principal town.

The district encompasses Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with much of the district area falling within the area of the Exmoor National Park.

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West Somerset Council is made up of 28 Councillors (also known as Members) who are elected for 4 years. See Poliitcal Structure for more details.

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Olympic Success in West Somerset 22 May 2012
Olympic Success in West Somerset

The West Somerset leg of the Olympic Torch Relay has been declared a success by the agencies involved in bringing the legendary flame to West Somerset.

New Chairman for West Somerset Council 17 May 2012
New Chairman for West Somerset Council

The Annual Meeting of Full Council took place at West Somerset Council yesterday, May 16. At the meeting, a new Chairman was elected. The Leader and Cabinet were also confirmed along with roles and responsibilities for all Councillors.

Leader supports call for benefits for nuclear host communities 17 May 2012
Leader supports call for benefits for nuclear host communities

Cllr Tim Taylor, Leader of West Somerset Council, has welcomed EDF Energy’s support for regulated benefit for communities in West Somerset affected by the energy company’s proposals to build two new nuclear power reactors at Hinkley Point.

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