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Council’s CEO says potential pay cuts are ‘about fairness’
An employment committee is set to vote on 14th May on the council’s new pay structure. …
City Marshals chosen to help deliver police hotspot patrols
There will be an extra 112 hours of City Marshal patrols per month across the city centre. …
Pedestrian injured following collision involving van in city centre
Emergency services were called just before 10am to Broad Street in the city centre. …
Residents given chance to share their views on climate strategy
An online survey has been launched to help shape the council’s new Climate and Nature Strategy. …
Lidl submits second planning application for new store in Bath
Previous plans for the new store on land off the London Road were withdrawn last July. …
Evri courier banned from the roads after admitting drug-driving
The 20-year-old from Camerton admitted drug-driving and being in possession of cannabis. …
29-year-old jailed over “brutal and frenzied” attack on woman
Matthew Jones attacked Emma Kirk after she told him they wouldn’t be anything more than friends. …
Popular Bath junior school keeps its Outstanding reputation
It was the first inspection since the school was taken over by Palladian Academy Trust in 2016. …
Ceremony held to celebrate Team Bath sporting achievements
Golfer Charlotte Gregory was voted by her fellow students as the university’s Sports Personality of the Year. …
Unanimous approval for 450 homes at former Homebase site
A total of 454 homes will be built across four blocks at the former Homebase site in Bath. …
Approval for Bath’s second Wetherspoons on George Street
The name chosen for the new pub is The Old Post Office, to mark the building’s history. …
Kevin Guy appointed as new West of England Mayor’s deputy
The position has not been used since 2021, but now will rotate annually between council leaders. …
Safety improvements at Bathampton canal bridge completed
The changes, which took more than a month, were carried out in phases under road closures. …
New taproom takes design inspiration from building’s history
The sports bar at Green Street closed suddenly last month, but could soon reopen as a taproom. …
£768k of funding awarded to support Fashion Museum project
The funding will help with plans to apply for a full National Lottery grant of £7.2 million next year. …
Council seeks environmental permit for tip at Locksbrook Road
The Environment Agency is seeking comments on the plans for the tip at Locksbrook Road. …
Residents invited to attend in-person blood cancer workshop
The workshops have been developed to support people who have come to the end of their treatment. …
‘Confusion’ over Curo’s new car park plans for Mulberry Park
The land off Foxhill is currently being used for temporary parking for 19 vehicles for Hub staff. …
Appeal launched after dog tied to weight and drowned in Bath
A member of the public made the discovery in the Weston area of the city in March. …
Patient experience at Bath hospital recognised with awards
The hospital’s recent Improving Patient Experience Awards recognised teams and individuals. …
Locals being urged to support NHS over busy bank holidays
The long weekends are expected to add extra pressure to already busy health services. …
Bath-based mental health charity launches support phone line
Bath Mindline offers free telephone-based support and crisis assistance every Monday to Friday. …
Council trials electric recycling lorry in bid to cut emissions
The vehicle is being powered by electricity generated from solar panels at the Keynsham Recycling Hub. …
Labour’s Helen Godwin elected as West of England Metro Mayor
Labour’s Helen Godwin was elected with 51,197 votes, leaving Reform UK’s Arron Banks a close second. …