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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. …
Golds among 21-medal haul by University of Bath student-athletes
Sixteen of the 21 medals were secured by the University of Bath’s swimming squad. …
Roof terrace plans for The Bear on Wellsway in Bath are withdrawn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. …
Concern raised over crossing on ‘sharp corner’ of London Road West
A local resident has called for the council to look at the crossing and make changes to improve safety. …
Council tax increase approved as local authority battles rising costs
From April, council tax bills in the area will go up by 4.99%, equivalent to £86.64 for a band D property. …
Bath Safe Bus initiative receives £20,000 of funding from universities
The Bath Safe Bus provides a safe space during the weekends, delivering support and medical care. …
Decision to make controversial Bath traffic trial permanent is halted
12 opposition councillors have called in the decision to make the Sydney Road LTN permanent. …
100 jobs go as historic Jolly’s shuts up shop after more than 200 years
Speculation continues over which company will take over the site on Milsom Street. …
MP urges further investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure
The MP is concerned that current charging infrastructure will struggle to cater for increasing demand. …
Residents being encouraged to sign up for Leap of Faith fundraiser
The Leap of Faith abseil from the Bath Abbey Tower will take place on 13th and 14th June. …
Bath schoolchildren find out importance of maths thanks to NSPCC
Children at St Mary’s CofE Primary School recently welcomed financial coach and author Clare Seal. …
Reminder to register to vote ahead of upcoming Mayoral election
The deadline to register to vote or update your details is midnight on Friday 11th April. …
Successful staff buyout at city centre optician practice Ellis & Killpartrick
Three members of staff have completed the acquisition of Ellis & Killpartrick in New Bond Street. …
Mother and daughter set to take on Walk of Life in aid of Bath’s RUH
The event will see participants set off along the Kennet & Avon Canal to raise vital funds for the RUH. …
Theatre Royal Bath receives planning permission for a fourth venue
Venue 4 will be a new home for Theatre Royal Bath’s Engage adult participation programme. …
Burst water main sees village’s High Street closed for three days
Access is being maintained for residents and businesses where possible, although delays are likely. …
Council marks the third anniversary of Russian invasion of Ukraine
The council is thanking everyone in the district who has offered support over the past few years …
Approval for controversial student conversion of Bath office block
Developers have been granted permission to convert Berkeley House into accommodation for 34 students. …
Police appeal launched after woman sexually assaulted on footpath
The attack happened between Charlcombe Way and Charlcombe Lane on Thursday 20th February. …
NHS staff urge women in Bath to come forward for breast screening
27% of eligible women in the South West are not up to date with their regular mammograms. …
Council planning to convert its buildings and land into new housing
Bath and North East Somerset is one of the most unaffordable places to live in the UK. …
Consultation gets under way on changes to business waste collections
The changes would mean that no business waste is on the streets between 10am and 6pm. …
Introduction of Bath CAZ charges for fire service vehicles postponed
The fire service has said its fleet is not expected to be fully CAZ compliant until 2031. …