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Work gets under way to improve safety on Widcombe Hill in Bath
Two new give-way points are being installed, designed to reduce approaching vehicle and cycle speeds. …
Contactless payment system expanded across local bus services
Bath Bus Company and Faresaver have now introduced the service on a number of their buses. …
Plans to reinstate Grade I listed building back into house approved
The property was originally a home and much of the crescent is still in residential use. …
West of England Combined Authority taken out of special measures
A “best value notice” was issued in March 2024 ordering the authority to address a host of issues. …
Sports centre to close in June to make way for schools development
Plans for improvements to the Odd Down Sports Ground will be unveiled for consultation in the spring. …
Topping out ceremony marks latest milestone for new accommodation
The £13 million Hollis Wharf development is being led by student developer Alumno. …
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. …
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. …
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. …