Deer near Stogumber

Somerset Council

Somerset Council, the new Unitary Council for Somerset came into existence on 1st April 2023 and replaces Somerset West and Taunton, Sedgemoor, South Somerset and Mendip District Councils and Somerset County Council.

Stogumber is in the Somerset Council division of Dunster and is represented by two elected councillors:

Somerset Council’s Responsibilities

It’s responsible for a wide range of public services and functions within its jurisdiction including:

  • Social Services – Services to support vulnerable individuals and families, including child protection, adult social care, and services for individuals with disabilities.
  • Education
  • Highways and Transportation
  • Public Health
  • Environmental Services
  • Housing
  • Planning and Development
  • Libraries and Culture
  • Public Safety
  • Economic Development.
  • Licensing and Regulatory Services
  • Adult Education and Skills Training
  • Tourism and Recreation
  • Council Tax Collection
  • Budgeting and Financial Management

There is now one telephone number to connect users to services provided in Somerset: 0300 123 2224

Useful Somerset Council Links

To report a child or an adult at risk, including weekends and public holidays please call 0300 123 2224.