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Five-bed HMO is approved near ‘accident blackspot’ at Odd Down
Concerns were again raised on the number of HMOs in the area, as well as road safety issues. …
Fire chiefs give advance warning of upcoming city training exercise
People are advised that there will be a large presence around Midland Road on Sunday. …
Action to tackle ‘unauthorised encampments’ in underground car park
Secure fencing, shutters and controlled gates will be installed at the city centre car park. …
Days left to have your say on future funding for Avon Fire & Rescue
There is a proposed £5 increase in the fire and rescue part of Council Tax for the coming year. …
Rotary Club celebrates giving more than £35,000 to local charities
Members of the club presented cheques from money raised by its popular fireworks and festive events. …
Bath MP backs plans to introduce deposit return recycling scheme
The Lib Dem MP welcomed the initiative as a “positive step” towards a more sustainable future. …
CitySound Voices choir concert to raise money for Dorothy House
The concert will celebrate the lives and works of composers and musicians with strong links to the city. …
Women’s fashion brand Sosandar set to open at SouthGate Bath
The SouthGate store will offer the brand’s full range of clothing, footwear and accessories. …
Bath resident receives medal for helping to protect the Suez Canal
In 1951, Alfred Prideaux was posted to Egypt as part of the garrison protecting the Suez Canal. …
37-year-old man arrested after three police cars damaged in Bath
A 37-year-old man from Bath has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. …
Call to increase funding due to threat to more buses across the district
Routes that are not profitable for bus companies to run are financially supported by local councils. …
Researchers at Bath’s RUH sign up 1,000th baby to cataract study
The study uses an infrared camera to screen for congenital cataracts in babies. …
Seven drivers convicted for breaching Cleveland Bridge weight limit
Seven drivers were convicted earlier this month of breaching the current weight restriction. …
Curo partnership introduced to help train next generation of builders
Bath-based Curo is working to address labour shortages seen across the construction sector. …
Campaigners say advert approval sets “worrying precedent” for city
Consent for the controversial proposal was granted too late for the advert to be shown. …
Views being invited on proposal for new housing at Corn Street site
The site at Corn Street already has outline planning permission for the erection of two residential blocks. …
CCTV appeal launched as police investigate Widcombe burglaries
Items stolen included a gold coin with a loop at the top, a diamond engagement ring and 12 watches. …
Works to repair burst water main in Combe Down set to continue
The road was closed over the weekend but has now reopened with three-way traffic lights. …
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. …