Posts by Cllr Claire Sully
BBC Radio Poses Searching Questions About the Future of Local Community Hospitals
Click on the image to hear my interview with Charlie from BBC Somerset.[Please note the external noises were not live on the radio, they are from my boisterous puppy as I captured the recording.]
Read MoreQuestions for NHS Somerset on behalf of residents
Here are my questions, on behalf of the residents I represent, for tomorrow’s Adults and Health scrutiny committee at Somerset Council. I plan to ask them unless they have already been addressed (in other questions asked) or in the discussion around NHS Somerset’s presentation. When I was elected, I made it clear that I am…
Read MoreCall for Clarity Before the Cuts
Sarah Dyke MP, Somerset Councillors, Mayors, Glastonbury, Street, Wells Councillors, Hospital League of Friends, and residents are collectively urging NHS Somerset to pause and rethink their plans. There was a strong call for clearer, more transparent communication regarding the proposed cuts to community hospitals and how these changes will impact local communities. ITV, BBC, and…
Read MoreJoin a Call for Transparency and Public Engagement for NHS Plans for Community Hospitals
When: Tuesday August 19th, 12.30pmWhere: West Mendip Hospital, Glastonbury Scheduled from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, the event will convene community, local MPs, and council representatives who are calling for clarity from NHS Somerset about recent developments. What has led to this? These developments have led to widespread public concern, with multiple MPs and local…
Read MoreHarnessing Community and Creativity: The Future Potential of The Amulet in Shepton Mallet
I was delighted to attend the inaugural business and arts networking event at the Amulet this morning, organised by the dedicated group working to revitalise the building and ensure its future. It was a great opportunity to connect and support their inspiring efforts. Here is what I said: I stand here today with a passion…
Read MoreMonthly round up of Somerset Council news
‘Together for West Somerset Appeal’ Somerset Council gives financial support Somerset Council has contributed £50,000 to the Together for West Somerset Appeal launched by Somerset Community Foundation to support those affected by the July 17th Exmoor coach tragedy. The fund, guided by partners including NHS, local schools, and national agencies, aims to provide immediate and…
Read MoreBeyond the Festival: Somerset Life Dives Deep into the Spirit of Pilton Village
Often, in the big narrative of the festival, Pilton, the village, and its story take a back seat. But that shouldn’t be the case. For me, Pilton and Glastonbury Festival are truly inseparable—one creates the other, and vice versa. There’s an unmistakable creativity, ingenuity, and independent spirit that drives something so unique and extraordinary in…
Read MoreThe future of Somerset Community Hospitals
In recent weeks, the future of community hospital beds across Somerset has become a major concern for residents, local councils, and health advocates. Plans proposed by NHS Somerset Foundation Trust suggest significant reductions and relocations of inpatient beds at facilities including West Mendip Hospital in Glastonbury, Frome Community Hospital, and other sites. These changes are…
Read More“This lack of transparency has caused considerable distress to staff and raised alarm within the community” Street Parish Council
Street Parish Council held an extraordinary meeting to address the controversial repurposing of beds at West Mendip Hospital in Glastonbury. They’ve also issued a powerful press release demanding answers. This follows my urgent call for greater scrutiny of NHS Somerset’s secretive plans—why are they keeping our local communities in the dark? We deserve transparency and…
Read MoreWells City Council Oppose Community Hospital Beds cuts
I, along with a resident, attended the Wells City Council Full Council meeting on July 24th. During the session, the resident spoke to the Council, urging them to respond to NHS Somerset’s decision to cut local hospital services, despite the plans not being made public. The City Council expressed deep concerns regarding NHS Somerset’s decision…
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