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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
The Liberal Democrats assume overall control of the council with 56 seats.
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Across the country, women and girls are facing verbal and physical harassment every day on the street - we want it to stop & it can stop. Find out more about our campaign on our website - #itcanstop #VAWG #saferstreets #endviolenceagainstwomenandgirls
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On Saturday we visited Taunton’s #AfterLife bench in memory of all those impacted by suicide as part of our ‘Walk for a Life’. We laid flowers to remember loved ones, and took a moment to reflect and remember that hope really is everything. @rickygervais 👇
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📣 Final results at Somerset County Council. Liberal Democrats assume control with 61 seats. Conservatives second largest party with 36 seats. 🗳 To find out more details about the election results, visit: #SomersetVotes
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In case you missed it. Hot Fuzz triumphed in the World Cup of Somerset #WCoSomerset on #SomersetDay We saw 1,000s of people sharing their passion for this great county. If you're not from these parts - it's a great place to visit @VisitSomerset & work
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Somerset Council
5 years
PPE arrived in Somerset today! We’re delivering ASAP to those with the highest need – please be patient and we’ll be in touch. We still need more PPE to ensure critical services across Somerset can be safely delivered by staff. Are you a business who can help? Phone 0300 790 6275
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Somerset Council
5 years
Thanks again to all those who shared their stories with @bbcpanorama Amazing people who’ve given this issue the attention it deserves & needs. Now we need action @AlisonHoltBBC @RoganProduction @1adass @CCNOffice @LGAcomms @colintwangel @nhsconfed #standupforcare #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
4 years
If any family needs urgent food supplies this school holiday - please contact the Coronavirus helpline (0300 790 6275). We'll also be giving more school holiday support with a £125,000 scheme to provide crucial meals. Read more at
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Somerset Council
4 years
We are very proud of our fantastic school leaders and teachers in Somerset and would like to thank them for all they continue to do in these challenging times. (2/2)
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Somerset Council
2 years
Good morning, Somerset! ☀ As the sun rises on a brand new day, you're also waking up with a new #SomersetCouncil ! 👋 We can't wait to build you a fairer, greener, resilient, more flourishing Somerset that cares for the most vulnerable and listens to you.
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Somerset Council
6 years
AND THAT'S IT! Wells-set cop-comedy Hot Fuzz has won the World Cup of Somerset #WCoSomerset Congratulations to Wells' own @edgarwright And a huge well done to the Wurzels, Carnival & Rebels Speedway - you've been fantastic #SomersetDay @TheWurzels @BCarnival @casesrebels
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Somerset Council
2 years
Chair of Somerset County Council, Cllr Mike Best, said: “On behalf of our residents, Somerset County Council offers deepest sympathies to the Royal family on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. (1/2)
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
Happy #SomersetDay everyone! We may be biased… but we think Somerset is the best. 🚜 We've got the countryside, the food, the music, the history… and the CIDER! We'll be celebrating some of those things today. What's your favourite thing about Somerset? 🤔 #SomersetTreasures
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Somerset Council
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Gideon Amos is elected as the MP for the #Taunton and #Wellington constituency.
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Somerset Council
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Happy #SomersetDay everyone! For info about events today & over the weekend visit Don’t forget to vote in the World Cup of Somerset #WCoSomerset after 7.30am & help celebrate some of the great things about the county @SomersetDay1 @VisitSomerset
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Somerset Council
2 years
Things you love to see 😍 Congrats to everyone @BCarnival on an amazing cart and display. You've done Somerset proud 👏 #platinumjubileepageant
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Bridgwater Carnival
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Platinum Jubilee Pageant Cart 👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑 Hello Big Ben! 🤩 #PlatinumJubileePageant #BridgwaterCarnival
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Our fantastic staff appearing in tomorrow’s @BBCPanorama film explain why they work in social care. Doing a fantastic job with health in a system that needs a long-term funding plan. @LGcomms @LGAcomms @1adass @CCNOffice @LynRomeo_CSW @CommunityCare @comms2point0 #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
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Somerset today launches its #StandUpForCare petition calling for cross-party discussions to end #socialcare funding shortfall. If you care about care please sign it. @LGAcomms @1adass @CCNOffice @nhsconfed @ASCAPPG #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
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Somerton and Frome Parliamentary #Byelection final result. Sarah Dyke (Lib Dem) is elected as MP
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Somerset Council
5 years
Huge congratulations to Chris Denovan - on a short-list of 5 for the Lifetime Achievement award at the annual Social Worker of the Year Awards. She's an inspiration-good luck for the final Chris! 🤞 @CommunityCare @AlisonHoltBBC @54035com @LynRomeo_CSW @socialworkaward @1adass
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Somerset Council
5 years
A no-nonsense message to MPs from Alan & Val who appeared in @BBCPanorama #crisisincare “This is the one subject in your life you shouldn't ignore" #socialcare needs a long-term funding plan #standupforcare @AlisonHoltBBC @1adass @CCNOffice @nhsconfed @LGAcomms @comms2point0
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Somerset Council
5 years
A single phone number is now available for anyone in Somerset needing Coronavirus-related support from their councils. 0300 790 6275 – one number for all your needs. PLEASE SHARE! @MendipCouncil @Southsomersetdc @SedgemoorDC @SWTCouncil @SomersetCCGIMT
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Somerset Council
3 years
The Ukraine flag is flying outside County Hall this week in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the current situation there.
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Somerset Council
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Tune in to @BBCPanorama at 9pm. Moving & important TV. The country needs a long-term plan to fund #socialcare @AlisonHoltBBC “Somerset is playing a key role in raising this issue up the national agenda“ #crisisincare @1adass @CCNOffice @LGAcomms @LynRomeo_CSW @instituteforgov
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
7 years
Hi @metofficeSWEng thanks to the recent snow & freezing rain we think we’ve coined a new meteorological term - SNOW BRÛLÉE. Have we? @MasterChefUK @comms2point0 @bbcsomerset @VisitSomerset conditions improving @TravelSomerset but #staysafe everyone
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
6 years
Here we go. The FINAL of the World Cup of Somerset #WCoSomerset for #SomersetDay 32 great things about the county whittled down to just 4. VOTING ENDS 4PM. If you love it, vote for it @SomersetDay1 @BCarnival @TheWurzels @edgarwright @casesrebels @Ben_McGrail @bbcsomerset
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Somerset Council
4 years
Big shout out to the refuse collectors who are still working really hard to collect waste and recycling around the county! 👏 We all really appreciate your hard work - thank you for all you're doing! @SomersetWaste #SomersetTogether #SomersetProud
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Somerset Council
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👀 Wishing a very happy #SomersetDay to our fellow Somerset Councils 💛 @NorthSomersetC @bathnes
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
Didn't get that #Glastonbury ticket? Just a little reminder that #Somerset has lots more to offer than just the best music festival in the world... 😉😅
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
4 years
⚠ The Government has announced that from 26th December, Somerset will be in TIER 3️⃣: VERY HIGH ALERT. This means: 🏡 No mixing of households indoors 6️⃣ Rule of 6 outdoors in SOME public spaces 🍺 Hospitality closed unless takeaway, drive-through or delivery is an option.
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Somerset Council
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The Knife Angel has arrived in #Somerset . Please join us for the opening ceremony tomorrow at 1pm outside the Market House in #Taunton . Learn more about the Knife Angel here:
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Somerset Council
4 years
Big shout out to the care staff at Court House Retirement Home this week. They've moved in for the foreseeable future, away from their own families, in order to shield and protect their vulnerable elderly residents. That certainly deserves a Somerset Superhero shout out! 👏👏
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Somerset Council
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An excellent debate on the back of preview screening of @bbcpanorama #crisisincare films. Sir Andrew Dilnot: “We should all be insisting on this being recognised as the defining issue that it is” @nhsconfed @AlisonHoltBBC @LynRomeo_CSW @NHSC_Niall @age_uk @CCNOffice @1adass
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Somerset Council
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Happy #SomersetDay ! Let us know what you love most but our amazing county and what you've missed seeing or doing over the past few weeks. #SomersetProud #SomersetTogether #LoveSomerset @SomersetCool @VisitSomerset @SomersetDay365
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Somerset Council
6 years
We've adopted a county plan to help protect these stripy characters & other pollinators. They're under threat & @MendipHillsAONB & Somerset Levels are key habitats. Thanks @SomersetWT & @friends_earth for making it happen. @AdamHartScience @BathPlaceTA1
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Somerset Council
5 years
Great evening with @josbuttler in #wedmore receiving an SCC Chairman’s Award for his role in the @ECB_cricket World Cup victory. Lovely, lively Q&A with the next generation of stars too. Thanks Jos. @WedmoreCC @SedgemoorDC @bbcsomerset @SomersetCCC #wedmore @jackleach1991
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Somerset Council
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Let's say thank you👏👏 to our amazing schools and education staff -"You're why critical workers across the country continue to deliver the crucial frontline services central to our national effort to tackle COVID-19" @GavinWilliamson #SomersetProud
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Somerset Council
2 years
Flags are flying as a new era dawns in Somerset today (Sat 1 April) with the official launch of #SomersetCouncil . The new, single council’s logo features on flags that are flying at council offices in Bridgwater, Shepton Mallet, Taunton and Yeovil. 👉
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Somerset Council
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Today's Proclamation in Taunton marking the accession of King Charles III.
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Somerset Council
5 years
#Somerset has been in #lockdown for 4 days and so far we've seen: 👍people going out of their way to help others 👍overwhelming gratitude for our frontline services 👍volunteers supporting the vulnerable Great job #Somerset - stay strong! #SomersetProud #SomersetTogether
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Somerset Council
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It’s great to see our incredible health and social care sector get the national recognition it deserves - we’re so proud of our county.
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Somerset Council
6 years
On World Social Work Day We’d like to say a really huge thank you to all social workers protecting vulnerable adults – you make a difference each and every day" @54035com @NikiShaw4 @GdnSocialCare @CommunityCare @COMPASSeventsUK @bbcsomerset @LynRomeo_CSW #WSWD2019
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Somerset Council
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Great blue skies as the Somerset flag was raised by @DJAFothergill at County Hall this morning. Enjoy your own celebrations this #SomersetDay #flytheflagforsomerset
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Somerset Council
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Our Children and Young People's Services have been rated as "Good" across the board in a review by Ofsted. We are committed to driving up standards for Somerset's children and we're so proud of the significant progress that's been made. Full details:
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Here's the latest at 2pm! Thanks for your patience with the website, it's back up and running now. To find out more details about the election results as they happen, visit:
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Somerset Council
5 years
A grand send off #Somerset style for the one & only ASC Director Stephen Chandler who helped put the spotlight on #careincrisis . Huge thank you! You'll be greatly missed by all here in #Somerset ! @OxfordshireCC - hope you are ready! @54035com @AlisonHoltBBC @LGAcomms @CCNOffice
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Somerset Council
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Elected in Wells 👇 1️⃣ Tessa Munt (LD) 2️⃣ Theo Butt Philip (LD) More info:
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Somerset Council
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We like others are proud to promote a range of #LGBT history events in Feb. Drag Queen Story Time have successfully run events in libraries elsewhere, educating children to imagine a world where people are free to present as they wish #SomersetDiverseCommunities .
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Somerset Council
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Ok, so the weather forecast is good & it’s the start of Easter hols. But please #StayHomeSaveLives John Turner from @VisitSomerset tells you why you shouldn’t visit Somerset @ASPolice @MendipCouncil @SedgemoorDC @Southsomersetdc @SWTCouncil @ExmoorNP @somersetccg @SomersetWaste
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Somerset Council
2 years
🏳️‍🌈 @SomersetCouncil proudly raised the Rainbow flag outside County Hall this morning to show support and solidarity with LGBTQ+ communities ahead of Taunton Live and Pride. #Pride2022 @LiveTaunton @pride_taunton
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Somerset Council
6 years
Here it is. The line-up for the World Cup of Somerset #WCoSomerset FINAL. 8,500+ votes cast - thanks to everyone for voting & sharing your love for all things Somerset. VOTING STARTS 7.30AM & CLOSES 4PM #Somersetday @SomersetDay1 @BCarnival @TheWurzels @edgarwright @casesrebels
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Somerset Council
4 years
The flag at County Hall is flying at half-mast today in memory of @captaintommoore who sadly passed away yesterday. He was a beacon of hope and light during these dark times, lifting the nation when we needed it most. Thank you #CaptainSirTomMoore
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Somerset Council
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A momentous day for Somerset! Plans for a gigafactory producing EV batteries to be built in Puriton, nr Bridgwater, have been confirmed, creating thousands of jobs and putting Somerset at the centre of the UK’s green energy revolution. Full story 👉
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
4 years
2m is the equivalent to the length of one cow! 🐄 When out and about with anyone outside your household leave a cows distance between you! Don't let this go in one ear and out the udder! Social distancing helps to #StopTheSpread 👍 #KeepYourDistance #ThursdayThoughts
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Somerset Council
5 years
Keep going #Somerset you're doing brilliantly helping to keep everyone safe and protecting the #NHS by staying home and saving lives! #SomersetProud #SomersetTogether #StayHomeSaveLives #SaturdayMotivation
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
A huge thank you to everyone who is out volunteering at the moment. We've put together some helpful advice and resources to help everyone stay safe, so whether you're volunteering or receiving help, please give it a read:
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Somerset Council
3 years
Great to be at the launch of #iAero in #Yeovil today with @Leonardo_UK and @HeartofSWLEP . The innovation centre will be a hub for collaboration, innovation and sustainable aviation. @MarcusFysh has officially declared the centre open! #GrowthDeal #GettingBuilding
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Somerset Council
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‘It wasn’t worth it. No war is worth it. No war is worth the loss of a couple of lives let alone thousands’ – wise words by #WW1s ‘Last Tommy’, Somerset’s Harry Patch who died aged 111, remembered forever at @LochnagarCrater in France’s #Somme #RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
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Somerset Council
5 years
Tune in to BBC1 @9PM WEDNESDAY for first @bbcpanorama #socialcare film featuring SCC staff. Here’s how social care staff & other professionals reacted to a preview @1adass @CCNOffice @LGAcomms @RichardatKF @CommunityCare @age_uk @swasFT @GrahamTAtkins @bbcsomerset #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
1 year
Are you ready to celebrate Somerset Day on 11 May? #SomersetDay is a chance to celebrate Somerset and all it has to offer, from stunning countryside, historic cities and the rich heritage of the county Learn more 👉
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
⚠The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for ice and snow from 6pm tonight. With that in mind, as well as the recent rainfall and flooding, we want to remind people, and especially children, not to walk in standing water or on or near ice - both can be extremely dangerous.
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
3 years
Wow! We’ve been shortlisted for not one, not two, but THREE @TheMJAwards in recognition of work we’ve done during the pandemic! Massive congratulations to all involved, particularly our partners @RuralSomerset ! More here: #SomersetFTW ! #MJAwards21
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Somerset Council
2 years
@DevonCC @Somerset_Day Hmm we don't like T'moan but Simba is clearly looking at Cornwall... isn't that the River Tamar? 😉 @CornwallCouncil #SomersetDay #FlyTheFlagForSomerset
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Somerset Council
3 years
📣 Breaking: Pay boost announced for carers in Somerset – read more about this story here:
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Somerset Council
1 year
28th June marks the anniversary for the start of the Stonewall Riots. This was the fundamental turning point for Lesbian, Gay, Transgender and Bisexual rights across the world. We'll be flying the Progressive Rainbow flag at County Hall for the remainder of the month.
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
DON'T MISS the 2nd @BBCPanorama film on #socialcare at 9PM WEDNESDAY BBC1. Showing the pressures faced as our population ages & the inspiring work of staff like this @SCC_Careers @1adass @CCNOffice @LynRomeo_CSW @LGAcomms @prweekuknews @somersetccg #standupforcare #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
4 years
Great work by our procurement team who have sourced the following PPE in recent weeks: 😷750,000 masks/googles 🧤400,000 gloves 👚250,000 aprons/gowns 🧴3,000l sanitiser gel 🧻22,000 wipes For distribution to #Somerset carers and key workers. Thanks to all who have helped 👊
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Somerset Council
5 years
Pharmacy staff have been working so hard over the last few weeks, increasing deliveries & working long hours to ensure that everyone gets the medicine they need. Thank you for everything you're doing, you all deserve a Somerset Superhero shout out! 👏👏 #SomersetProud
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Somerset Council
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We all have to think about getting older. The country needs a long-term funding plan for #socialcare & creative ways to stay independent. Thanks @54035com for letting #FaceApp make the point! #StandUpForCare #crisisincare @LGAcomms @1adass @ASCAPPG @AlisonHoltBBC @comms2point0
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Somerset Council
7 years
Business as usual for our dedicated social workers. Undaunted by the snow and ice Katrina McJannet and colleague Maxine Morgan used a sledge to get to work - Maxine drew the short straw and did the pulling... @SocialWorkToday @GdnSocialCare @socialworkaward @bbcpointswest
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Somerset Council
4 years
“When this is over, we must never underestimate the value that social care offers society, not only in times of crisis, but every single day, in caring for our most vulnerable.”
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Somerset Council
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Families and carers plight brought under the spotlight in hard hitting @bbcpanorama tonight. Get in touch if you are a carer and need help and support in #Somerset #crisisincare
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Somerset Council
1 year
When you find out that #Wells has been named as the UK's top tourist destination 🎉 This beautiful Somerset city scored five stars for attractiveness and tourist attractions in a Which? survey of inland towns and villages. Read more 👉
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Somerset Council
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We're putting social care on the national agenda @BBCPanorama spent 10 months in Somerset to see the pressures on care as the nation's population ages. Watch the results on 29May & 5June #bbcpanorama @LGAcomms @CCNOffice @LynRomeo_CSW @JRFBolton
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Somerset Council
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As #PrideMonth begins, we’re swapping out our brand colours in solidarity with LGBTQ+ communities in #Somerset 🏳️‍🌈 Equality has no exceptions 🌈 #LoveIsLove #Pride #Pride2023 #Equality #Inclusion
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Somerset Council
7 years
She's one of ours and she's made the final 12. @Anya_shrubsole is up for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award 2017 @SomersetCCC @Somerset__Live @CountyGazette #backinganya #SPOTY #bbccricket #somerset
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
We are providing two face-to-face models across Somerset as part of Somerset Council. These are: 🔷 Customer Service Points 🔷 Customer Access Points You can find out where these service and access points are below 👇
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
4 years
Great to have @SomersetCCC 's very own captain @tomabell1 getting involved with the #StayHomeForSomerset campaign! Remember, to get involved all you have to do is take a photo saying who you stay home for and tag us using #StayHomeForSomerset !
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Somerset Council
2 years
The roads are clear at the moment but a convoy of ice-cream vans have been spotted on their way to #Glastonbury2022 👀🍦
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
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Adam Dance is elected as the MP for the #Yeovil constituency.
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Somerset Council
4 years
Somerset has been singled out for national praise thanks to the County Council’s exemplary support of communities and care providers, its willingness to pioneer change – and its response during the current Coronavirus pandemic.
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Somerset Council
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Elected in Frome West 👇 1️⃣ Martin Dimery (Green) 2️⃣ Michael Dunk (Green) More info:
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
We're putting social care on the national agenda @BBCPanorama spent 10 months in Somerset to see the pressures on care as the nation's population ages. Watch the results on 29 May & 5 June #bbcpanorama @somersetccg @YeovilHospital @MusgrovePark @CCNOffice
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Somerset Council
7 years
Massive thanks to all our care providers. Gone above & beyond to get care where it's needed. Here's one from @SomersetCare with an Exmoor Ranger who has been helping them reach isolated people. Awesome work! @ExmoorNP @CommunityCare @LGAcomms
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
Touching, tough & realistic @BBCPanorama has captured the amazing job our social workers do. Tune in 29 May & 5 June. For info on joining our great team @SCC_Careers @AlisonHoltBBC @1adass @LynRomeo_CSW @instituteforgov @RichardatKF @age_uk #crisisincare
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
3 years
"We have fantastic care homes, nursing homes and domiciliary services. But what we don't have, is enough staff." Our care sector is facing unprecedented pressure. Can you help? Find vacancies near you 👉 @somersetccg @SomersetFT
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Somerset Council
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We want to say a #SomersetShoutOut to Village Agent Kirsten Rushby, who was called about a vulnerable and isolated older person living in Cheddar by a concerned friend. Within 24 hours, she'd organised food vouchers, furniture and mental health support. @RuralSomerset
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
2 years
Latest update on seats won so far. Remember a party needs 56 seats for a majority. To find out more details about the election results as they happen, visit:
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
We want to start the week off on a positive note by sending out a massive thank you to everyone taking the time to help those around them – a little bit of help can make a huge difference to someone in need! #SomersetProud #SomersetTogether #StayStrongSomerset #BestInTheWest
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Somerset Council
1 year
Let's warm you up for Somerset's biggest ever quiz! Below we've written the names of 4 Somerset towns using Emoji's… how many can you guess? We'll be revealing the answer in the comments at the end of the day so make sure you check back! #SomersetDay @Somerset_Day
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
5 years
We’re joining forces with local #NHS partners to pilot a scheme basing a social worker in the A&E departments at Somerset’s two major hospitals – @MusgrovePark in Taunton and @YeovilHospital
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
4 years
Thank you to the thousands of people who are helping to deliver Somerset's #COVID19 vaccination programme 👏👏
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Somerset Council
3 years
It was a very exciting last day before half-term for the students and staff @FairmeadYeovil special school as HRH The Princess Royal officially opened their new £6.85m Sycamore Building. Read all about it and see some photos here 👇 @RoyalFamily
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@SomersetCouncil
Somerset Council
6 years
The marvellous Jim Booth, D-Day veteran and local hero, on why it's important to back Armed Forces Day. (you'll need to turn the sound up!) @40commando @TDBC @ArmedForcesDay @tauntonmayor @UKHO_Online @MusgrovePark @visit_taunton
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