SOMERSET West and Taunton Council has confirmed its continued financial support for the Brewhouse theatre.

The council will continue to fund its £132,000 a year subsidy, as well as paying to maintain the building.

Cllr Benet Allen, portfolio holder for Culture, said: “Having a theatre and performance space in the centre of Taunton is important.

“We’ve made sure the Brewhouse will continue to get the same level of funding as it does now.

“The theatre has asked for additional £1.2 million over five years but at this time a request for such a large sum can only be approved after we’ve looked at the needs of the community right across the council area.