From tomorrow all five councils in Somerset will be replaced by a single #SomersetCouncil - this is often referred to as vesting day.

Here's what you need to know about what will and won't change before the big day!

As we move to a Unitary Council for Somerset, the last Chairman of Sedgemoor District Council, Cllr Alan Bradford presented Rusty Road to Recovery a cheque for £1345.12 which was the result of various fundraising events undertaken during his 2 year term
#ChairmansCharity

On the day before Sedgemoor District Council joins with the other Somerset Councils to form one Unitary Council for #Somerset , our Chairman, Cllr Alan Bradford, buried a time capsule & unveiled a commemorative oak tree with a plaque near the main car park in Apex Park, Highbridge

Our Beach Wardens will be returning today (31/03) on our beaches at Burnham on Sea, Berrow & Brean in time for the Easter holidays & ahead of the summer season, ready to give beach safety advice, provide basic first aid, check jetty permits & collect car parking fees
#BeachSafety

Don't forget to order any prescriptions you might need ahead of Good Friday (7 April) and Easter Monday (10 April).
You can do this easily by contacting your GP surgery during open hours, or by using the NHS app

Do you have views on how Burnham on Sea High Street could be improved?

There are opinion boards where you can leave your feedback about what you would like to see on the High Street located in the Princess Hall, the Library and the Tourist Information Centre.

#HaveYourSay

2️⃣ Days to go until #SomersetCouncil is fully operational!

Make sure you're following what will be the new #SomersetCouncil twitter account over at Somerset Council

We've planted Crab Apple and Cherry Blossom trees in Eastover park either side of the central footway/cycle way to create a varying blossom display every Spring.

Planting trees in urban areas helps with bio diversity and has environmental and conservation benefits.

#LoveParks

If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough, contact StreetLink to help connect them to local services.
Visit orlo.uk/XBQ7y or call 0300 500 0914 to send an alert
You can also find lots of useful info from our Housing Advice Team at orlo.uk/HAbjU

3️⃣ days until five council's become 1️⃣
Somerset Council will build a fairer, greener, resilient, more flourishing Somerset that cares for the most vulnerable and listens to you.

Despite the wet weather the litter pick as part of the #GreatBritishSpringClean took place earlier today and we were really pleased that this was the least amount of rubbish collected by the volunteers.

Thank you to everyone who came along to support

#LoveParks

There are lots of places to walk your dog in Sedgemoor
If you’re visiting our parks, please remember to clean up after your dog & dispose of the bagged waste in a bin or take it home with you. This helps to protect wildlife & ensures everyone can enjoy these areas
#BagItBinIt

Don't forget that as part of the #GreatBritishSpringClean you can join us and the Friends of Apex Park for a litter pick tomorrow (29/03) at Apex Park between 10am and 1pm

Equipment will be provided and everyone is welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult

#LoveParks

4️⃣ days until there's a single council contact point making it easier and simpler for residents, businesses and communities.

📞 A single number.
🌐 A Single website.

Your Somerset Council!

From this year everyone eligible to vote will need an acceptable form of photo ID when voting in person at a Polling Station
Although there are no scheduled elections in the Sedgemoor area this year, it’s worth checking now that your ID will be accepted ▶️ orlo.uk/Z6zon

Just 5 days until Somerset has a stronger voice with a single #SomersetCouncil !

📞 A single number.

🌐 A Single website.

Your Somerset Council!

If you’re struggling with heating your home , you can find a Warm Welcome across Somerset.

Warm Welcome venues are providing a lifeline to many during the cost of living crisis

Find a space or register your #WarmSpace at orlo.uk/1oyi3

#WarmWelcomeSomerset

When families turn to loan sharks, they are vulnerable to financial exploitation, threats & intimidation.
The impact of illegal money lending on communities can be devastating
The Stop Loan Sharks project are available to help, call 0300 555 2222 for 24/7 support
#StopLoanSharks

Confused about what happens our social media channels when we become #SomersetCouncil ?
The Sedgemoor District Council Twitter account will not be in use from 1st April 2023. Make sure you're following Somerset Council which will be rebranded as the #SomersetCouncil account