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January 2021
  1. Mendip Markets continue daily, despite COVID
  2. Mendip's new priorities: Saving lives, delivering statutory services, and economic recovery
  3. Mendip's Big Energy Saving Winter launches in lockdown
  4. Supporting Somerset's visitor economy
  5. Somerset Disability Engagement Service launched
  6. Mendip District Council offers help to deal with damp and mould this winter
  7. Mendip residents urged to think greener with the Big Community Switch
  8. Recycling sites stay open for essential use
December 2020
  1. Michael Eavis praises NHS and volunteers after receiving the Covid-19 vaccination
  2. Leisure facilities close as Mendip moves to Tier 4
  3. O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree
  4. Town centre traffic schemes to continue over festive season
  5. FULL COUNCIL, 14th December, 2020: A statement regarding a pause on land adjoining Easthill Cemetery, Frome
  6. Mendip District Council Appoints Carter Jonas on Energy Investment Scheme
  7. Keeping Mendip residents active throughout the festive season with Fusion
  8. Connect over the festive period to help alleviate loneliness in Mendip
November 2020
  1. Climate Emergency Strategy agreed by five councils in Somerset
  2. STATEMENT: Cabinet decision to proceed with social and affordable housing programme in Mendip is confirmed, unanimously
  3. Mendip opens Additional Restrictions Grant scheme to give extra support local businesses
  4. Get your fuel bills down with support from Mendip and partners
  5. Social and Affordable Housing Development Programme - A special meeting of Cabinet
  6. Mendip supports parish tree planting at Binegar Bottom
  7. Covid-safe staff
  8. Council's letter to landlords urges improved energy efficiency ratings
October 2020
  1. There's no place like home with an energy efficiency grant or loan
  2. Council issues Halloween and Bonfire safety advice amid COVID restrictions
  3. Council welcomes new funding boost to help people sleeping rough in Mendip
  4. Mendip upgrade makes Recycle More possible
  5. Mendip Council to seek innovative funding sources to unlock future civic schemes
  6. Council awareness scheme helps high street businesses keep customers' safe
  7. Support from local services for the financial fallout from Coronavirus
  8. New £500 self-isolation payments to support Mendip residents
September 2020
  1. Countdown to Green Homes Grant Scheme
  2. £500k Accelerator Fund for Glastonbury Town
  3. Stronger Somerset promises better health and care for residents with a new Adult Health and Care Lead appointed
  4. MDC Statement: North Parade Car Park, 25th September, 2020
  5. Board urges people to follow government guidelines as Mendip sees increase in positive coronavirus cases
  6. Recycling sites switch to winter hours on 1 October
  7. Limited re-opening of Mendip District Council offices, Monday 21st September
  8. Keep up the good work this Recycle Week
August 2020
  1. Stronger Somerset: Our Ambitious Plan to Deliver a Stronger Future
  2. Summer Bank Holiday collections one day later
  3. Calling Mendip tradespeople to become accredited for Green Homes Grant work
  4. Online safeguarding sessions prove popular with Mendip's taxi drivers
  5. Fusion Lifestyle swimming pools to open again in Mendip
  6. Pulling together: Community-led weeding pilots picked
  7. 17.08.2020 Joint Statement from District Councils
  8. Supporting local businesses post-lockdown
July 2020
  1. 30.07.20 Joint Statement from District Councils
  2. Don't lose your voice - Mendip residents urged to look out for voter registration details
  3. Experienced Corporate Finance Advisor takes up new interim appointment at Mendip
  4. Mendip offers fast-track 'Pavement Licences' to help hospitality sector seat and serve outside
  5. Mendip District Council highlights commitment to Making Mendip Matter
  6. Mendip Council transfers Boyle Cross to Frome community
  7. Mendip push ahead with social housing plan after 20-year gap
  8. Response to 'One Somerset' and The Future of Local Government in Somerset
June 2020
  1. Help further improve Somerset's streets during the coronavirus pandemic
  2. More items accepted at recycling sites
  3. Mendip marks Armed Forces Day
  4. Glastonbury green space secured for future generations
  5. Mendip Markets return to high streets after coronavirus lockdown
  6. Mendip raises a flag to support LGBTQ+ Pride Week
  7. Condolences: Cllr Denise Michell, Glastonbury Town Councillor and Former Mayor
  8. Recycling sites: 'shop-style' social distancing on its way
May 2020
  1. MDC STATEMENT: Technical issues at Planning Board 27.05.20
  2. Pay-outs made to the tune of £26 million to Mendip businesses
  3. New boost to business as Local Authority Discretionary Grant is launched
  4. Your Council is here for you: Mendip's leader writes to residents
  5. Recycling centres: Five remaining sites reopen after Bank Holiday
  6. During the current Covid-19 Crisis we are asking that you please don't have bonfires
  7. High Court rules in favour of Mendip over Neighbourhood Plan challenge
  8. One-day-later collections after Spring Bank Holiday
April 2020
  1. One day later collections after VE Day
  2. Hold on to your clothes, or lose them to landfill
  3. Thank you, Somerset!
  4. Don't miss out: Mendip businesses urged to take up vital grant offer
  5. Community health concerns addressed in Glastonbury
  6. Somerset's councils and healthcare teams are getting in touch with people to check on their welfare
  7. Mendip resumes grass cutting - but is mindful of wildlife
  8. Coronavirus - have a plan for your pets
March 2020
  1. Appeal for care staff to help to help meet Coronavirus pressures
  2. Mendip Markets close due to coronavirus
  3. Street and Glastonbury markets close
  4. Mendip businesses to shine another time
  5. Mendip District Council says 'our doors are closed - but we're still working'
  6. Mendip Markets remain open for essential purchases
  7. Authorities in Somerset Response to the Government's Coronavirus briefing
  8. BRIEF STATEMENT: Mendip District Council - Cancellation of meetings
February 2020
  1. Mendip sets a 'value-for-money' balanced budget
  2. Mendip marks climate milestone with a great green giveaway
  3. Vaping banned in Mendip taxis
  4. Businesses in Mendip - it's time to celebrate your success
  5. Have your say on Somerset's Climate Strategy
  6. Community views and Board members sought for multi-million Glastonbury Town Deal vision
  7. Mendip staff join young people at climate conference
  8. Mendip publish first-ever carbon emissions report
January 2020
  1. Local firms celebrate launch of prestigious business awards
  2. Local Plan: Housing Supply in Mendip
  3. Climate Emergency events off to a flying start
  4. Do you know any home owners currently without heating?
  5. Celebrating success: 2020 Mendip Business Awards launch
  6. Have your say on tackling Somerset's Climate Emergency
  7. Record-breaking charity fundraising from staff at Mendip
  8. Working together for the future of Somerset: A joint statement from Somerset's district councils
Press Releases 2019
Press releases in 2019 issued by Mendip District Council.