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Topping out ceremony marks latest milestone for new accommodation
The £13 million Hollis Wharf development is being led by student developer Alumno. …
Prime Minister praises city’s links to Ukrainian city of Oleksandriya
The Ukrainian ambassador has previously given “the thanks of his entire country” to B&NES. …
Busy dental surgery hoping to create new car park in its rear garden
The parking spaces available at the front have become “insufficient” for the needs of the patients. …
Redevelopment plans submitted for equestrian centre near Bath
The plans include building three houses following the demolition of the indoor riding arena and stable. …
Ofsted highlights ‘culture of care and compassion’ at secondary school
In the last 18 months there have been some changes to the leadership team, including a new headteacher. …
Premature babies to go home earlier thanks to at-home tube feeding
A couple from Keynsham were the first parents supported with the service by the RUH. …
Work to get under way on removing sunken boats from river in Bath
The works will be carried out by specialist contractors and are expected to be completed within a week. …
Hydroelectric scheme being proposed at Bath’s iconic Pulteney Weir
The Pulteney Radial Gate, which helps to reduce flooding, is now nearing the end of its life. …
Locals being invited to have say on plans to close public payphones
BT says the payphones are not used enough to carry on running them, so they will soon be locked. …
Cleveland Pools remain closed as “technical investigations” continue
The site has been closed to the public since January 2024, when floodwater caused considerable damage. …
Over £4,000 donated to primary schools to expand library collections
The seven schools collaborated to create a unique book titled The Day the Alien Came. …
Thousands set to be spent on AI despite warning over ‘dangerous’ use
Adult and children’s social care teams at the council are currently using various AI tools. …
Appeal launched after car overturns on A367 at Peasedown St John
A man and woman were taken to hospital following the crash near Peasedown St John. …
Public meeting held with MP over traffic caused by Sydney Road trial
Over 100 people attended the meeting to share their concerns about the liveable neighbourhood trial. …
Concerns raised after issues with council’s electronic voting system
Electronic voting was introduced to the council chamber last year, replacing the previous show-of-hands. …
Bath bus service changes are announced as part of biannual review
The changes are part of review of services and will come into force on Sunday 6th April. …
Luxury womenswear brand Sosander opens its doors at SouthGate
It is the brand’s sixth physical store, after expanding from an online-only offering last year. …
‘Perilous’ journey for villagers starts again as A36 reopens to traffic
Limpley Stoke is cut in half by the busy A36, one of the main routes into Bath from the south. …
Innovative intervention scheme at Bath’s RUH to reduce heart disease
The trial provides a tailored diet and exercise programme personalised to the individual. …
Council says it has no plans to reduce frequency of waste collections
The council is replacing its bin lorries with electric vehicles that will be charged from solar panels. …
Applications being invited for latest round of Bath community funding
The fund supports initiatives such as improvements to parks, community centres, and local amenities. …
More than £12 million secured to boost skills and jobs in the region
A record £12.8m almost doubles last year’s investment in helping locals gain valuable qualifications. …
Scheme to build two new schools at former Culverhay site “held up”
The council will turn over the site to the Department for Education to build and pay for two schools. …
Roof terrace plans for The Bear on Wellsway in Bath are withdrawn
The current building was built after the Second World War after the original premises were irreparably damaged. …