Please see below a summary of progress for the works undertaken on the A396 between 9 and 11 February 2026.
Across the three-day period, mobilisation was completed successfully, trial holes were carried out, and all required inductions were undertaken. Drilling progressed well, with 11 drill locations completed and concreted by the end of 11 February.
No safety incidents or operational issues were reported during this period. Traffic management remained stable with the night road closure in operation and the diversion routes are checked regularly, during the day the site is under traffic light control and the site consistently secured under TWS using a combination of bull barriers and Heras fencing.
Drilling is scheduled to continue the next shift, with potential completion of this phase depending on progress
Kali Martin
Assistant Highway Service Manager
Somerset Council, Area – West
0300 123 2224
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