🏛️ Community · Weston-super-Mare
Local Council, Law & Services
Weston has two tiers of local government: North Somerset Council (unitary authority - bins, roads, schools, planning) and Weston-super-Mare Town Council (parks, events, local amenities).
Quick answer
North Somerset Council runs bins, roads, parking, schools and planning. Weston-super-Mare Town Council looks after some parks, events and local amenities. Report potholes, missed bins and fly-tipping to North Somerset Council; call 101 for non-emergency police.
Last reviewed 6 November 2026 by WestonSuperMare.org
Common local rules
- ●Seasonal dog restrictions on parts of the beach
- ●Public Spaces Protection Orders (e.g. alcohol, anti-social behaviour)
- ●Parking zones and resident permits
- ●Planning permission and conservation areas
- ●Licensing for events, alcohol and street trading
Report a problem
Potholes, fly-tipping, missed bins and street lights can be reported online via North Somerset Council. For non-emergency police matters call 101.
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