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Midwives at Bath’s RUH celebrated for “incredible achievements”
The Nursing and Midwifery Awards gave staff the opportunity to celebrate fellow colleagues. …
Fire service welcomes two new control operators at Lansdown in Bath
The pair will play a critical role in ensuring swift and effective responses to emergencies. …
New lease of life approved for former church in village near Bath
The former Methodist church at Carlingcott dates from 1851 and is a Grade II listed building. …
Cost to prevent pavement collapsing faced by residents at The Empire
Foam concrete, similar to that used to make the Combe Down mines safe, is proposed to fix the issue. …
Report says happy and welcoming Bath school is ambitious for pupils
The primary school at Bloomfield Rise was judged to be Good in all areas inspected. …
City centre food stand set to extend opening hours despite objections
LJ Hugs has been serving Cajun street food to the people of Bath for the last ten years. …
Alice Park set to receive a ‘Trees of Hope’ Sycamore Gap sapling
The saplings are currently being cared for at the National Trust’s Plant Conservation Centre. …
Cheap Street to close during Christmas Market due to police request
The extended closures are being put in place due to concerns over increased footfall. …
Illuminated flower display unveiled at the RUH in Bath for Christmas
It follows the success of a similar art installation that took place over the festive season last year. …
Work set to begin on creating 10km linear park along the River Avon
Work on the stretch from Windsor Bridge to Green Park is due to run through to Summer 2025. …
Planning changes urged to help make future homes more accessible
Ms Charles told the council that accessible planning was needed for new build housing. …
Popular Lansdown pub’s B&B bedroom expansion plans win approval
Given the success of the existing accommodation, the company proposed adding six more bedrooms. …
Residents reminded about changes to recycling and waste collections
Changes will affect collections from Wednesday 25th December to Saturday 11th January. …
Ofsted says Bath College making ‘reasonable progress’ to improve
Ofsted reports published in 2013 and 2018 had rated the further education college as Good. …
Road closure in Monkton Combe for sewer works to prevent flooding
Wessex Water will be doing sewer works to prevent potential flooding and pollution. …
Charities receive share of £11,000 thanks to crematorium recycling
Bath Gateway Out and About and Parkinson’s UK each received £5,800 thanks to the scheme. …
Shop wins last-minute battle to have own stall during Christmas Market
Last year the store was ordered to remove its stall for creating a pinch point for crowds. …
Bath GP surgery loses second bid to turn unused space into HMO
There were eight objections to the latest plans and local councillor Sarah Moore raised concerns. …
Air ambulance charity renamed to include Bath as it marks 35th year
The name has been changed to better reflect the work the charity carries out across the Bath area. …
Views sought on proposed improvements to Bath’s Queen Square
Views are wanted on improving the layout of the historic space for everyone to enjoy. …
18-year-old man charged with attempted murder after Bath stabbing
The victim of the stabbing on Terrace Walk remains in hospital in a stable condition. …
Plans submitted to finally build a terrace of houses in Oldfield Park
An outline planning permission application has been lodged to build a terrace of four houses. …
Improvement works to village’s pavements welcomed by councillors
Shoppers in Bath Road had raised concerns about the poor condition of pavement surfaces. …
Designability launches Christmas fundraiser for Wizzybug wheelchairs
The fun and friendly powered wheelchairs are suitable for children from 14 months upwards. …