Main News

7 February 2024

St Gregory’s wins International School Award for tenth year

The secondary school in Combe Hay Lane first won the award in 2014. …

Read More…

Tribute paid to Bath motorcyclist who died in collision with van

Destiney, from Upper Weston, was involved in a collision in Somerset on Sunday 4th February. …

Read More…

Call-in over decision for Southlands LTN to be made permanent

A recent survey found 57% of people living on Southlands were opposed to the traffic restriction. …

Read More…

6 February 2024

Enforcement sees residents benefit from improved housing

Private rented homes are required to have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of E or above. …

Read More…

Open Day to be held at Anchor’s new later living site in Bath

The later-life development at Lansdown offers 72 one and two-bedroom apartments. …

Read More…

Citizen panel being consulted on future of local bus services

The Mayor warned that the rising costs of running buses have outpaced the subsidies available. …

Read More…

5 February 2024

More than 80 police jobs at risk as force looks to save money

Police staff investigators help to solve crimes, and more than 80 of their jobs are at risk. …

Read More…

Homeless charity issues dire warning over council funding cut

The vital support provided by Julian House is at risk due to a cut in funding provided by the council. …

Read More…

Student flats being proposed for former office block in Twerton

Consultants say there is a significant “under-supply” of high-quality student accommodation. …

Read More…

Plans for five new Liveable Neighbourhood trials in Bath approved

More controversial traffic restrictions have been given the go-ahead, despite concerns from residents. …

Read More…

2 February 2024

Man in his 40s arrested in connection with Bath hospital lockdown

Police have said reports of a man with a weapon near the hospital remain unverified. …

Read More…

Royal United Hospital put into lockdown over “security threat”

There are armed police at the site at Combe Park and the police helicopter was circling the area. …

Read More…

New funding made available to help support people from Ukraine

The council is opening a third round of Ukraine Support Funding to help Ukrainian guests. …

Read More…

St John’s Foundation welcomes Queen to celebrate anniversary

Her Majesty, as Duchess of Cornwall, became Patron of the St John’s Foundation in 2009. …

Read More…

Culture Secretary meets with Olympic hopefuls at Bath university

Athletes at the University of Bath are working hard towards this summer’s Olympic Games. …

Read More…

Councillor launches campaign to become MP for new constituency

Gavin Heathcote currently represents Peasedown St John as an independent councillor. …

Read More…

1 February 2024

Concerns raised over impact of traffic restrictions on road safety

Plans to close a short stretch of road in part of the city has sparked outrage and safety fears. …

Read More…

Bath’s Park & Ride service ranked as one of the best in the UK

Bath has three Park & Ride sites, located in Lansdown, Newbridge and Odd Down. …

Read More…

New Chief Executive Officer appointed at Bath Building Society

Richard Ingle will be taking over from current CEO Kevin Gray, who will retire after 25 years. …

Read More…

31 January 2024

Jobs and economy boost for Bath and North East Somerset

The strategy sets out a new approach to development which prioritises residents and businesses. …

Read More…

New Keeping Abreast support group set to launch in Keynsham

The Keeping Abreast charity offers support to all those facing or considering breast reconstruction. …

Read More…

Centre of excellence for dementia planned in Bath after review

A new report recommends developing the care service at Cleeve Court in Twerton. …

Read More…

Leaders warn that local bus schemes are benefiting the rich

The birthday bus scheme and WESTlink are not working as intended, it has been claimed. …

Read More…

Businesses urged to apply for funding to tackle theft “epidemic”

“Safer Shops West” allows businesses to receive £2,000 towards the costs of security measures. …

Read More…