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Report says pupils at primary school show high levels of motivation
The lead inspector said effective action has been taken to maintain standards at the school. …
University awarded funding to investigate new ways to reach net zero
Bath researchers will work with partners from the Universities of Sheffield, Strathclyde and Loughborough. …
Public artwork unveiled in Bath to mark BRLSI’s 200th anniversary
The new mural celebrates 200 years of the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution. …
Self-storage site applying to open on Sundays following refurb approval
Safestore wants to extend opening hours to include Sundays to “meet their operational requirements”. …
Flood alert issued with road closed and more heavy rain on the way
A yellow weather warning for the region has been issued by the Met Office for heavy rain. …
Scrutiny continues after election of ‘Independent’ Saltford councillor
Councillor Chris Warren currently sits alone in an ‘Unaligned’ category on the council’s website. …
North Road reopens with temporary traffic lights following burst main
The road has now reopened, but there will be two-way traffic lights in place while work continues. …
Searcys awarded new contract for catering at the historic Pump Room
Searcys has been awarded a new five-year contract following a competitive tender process. …
Bath man given life sentence over murder of 33-year-old in Swansea
Both Macauley Ruddock and Joseph Dix have been sentenced to life imprisonment. …
Council’s housing company set to convert former printworks into flats
The site at 6-8 Cotterell Court in Monmouth Place will be converted into five one-bedroom flats. …
Motorists being warned about burst water main on North Road in Bath
Traffic lights are in place while Wessex Water teams attempt to repair the burst main. …
‘30 calves will die if barn isn’t built asap’ at site in Upper Weston in Bath
The application for the proposed barn says the “calves will die” if it is not approved. …
More than £40,000 awarded to help with carbon emissions in B&NES
The BWCE Fund has supported 10 charitable and community organisations in the area. …
Public engagement being held on latest Bath neighbourhood schemes
The council has said that it is not a formal consultation, but views are still being sought. …
Bath’s Herschel Museum uses £18k grant to purchase new planetarium
The new planetarium will be used to enhance STEM learning for children across Bath. …
Walcot councillor standing to become West of England Metro Mayor
Oli Henman has represented the Walcot ward on B&NES Council since 2023. …
Residents invited to contribute to community fund for vulnerable people
Money raised goes to local charities, community and voluntary groups working to tackle inequalities. …
Council approves proposed refurbishment of Twerton self-storage site
The plans include a new bi-fold gate, pedestrian access gate and 2.4-metre-high fencing. …
Council ramps up security with 24-hour closure of city centre junction
The junction is currently closed between 10am and 6pm, but there are plans to make it full time. …
University’s reusable scheme saves more than 4500 disposable cups
The university has significantly reduced its use of disposable cups, thanks to the reusable scheme. …
Bath man found guilty over murder of 33-year-old in centre of Swansea
Two men pleaded not guilty to murder following the incident in the centre of Swansea. …
Milsom Street in Bath set to close during the day for seven weeks
The road will be closed from George Street down to Quiet Street between 10am and 6pm. …
Range of services available for people struggling with mental health
January is often a challenging time for many, with people’s moods impacted by a range of factors. …
Secondary school becomes first in Bath to introduce Yondr pouches
The pouch is locked magnetically, so pupils are in possession of their phone but cannot be distracted. …