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WECA accused of not telling council about Paulton bus service
The bus service in Paulton was set up under WECA’s new WESTlocal scheme. …
Revised plans for supported housing at Bath’s Tufa Field on show
Development of the site is controversial as it is an important nature reserve due to its tufa flushes. …
Cleveland Pools closed after flooding causes “significant damage”
The Cleveland Pools had been closed for almost 40 years before the reopening last September. …
Next generation of healthcare science staff working at the RUH
The programmes enable trainees to get essential experience of working in a busy clinical setting. …
Award nominations open in Peasedown to honour local heroes
Founded by the Peasedown Community Trust, the Community Civic Award was launched in 2021. …
Social housing providers encouraged to sign new mould charter
The charter will help to ensure a standard of response when taking action on damp and mould. …
Controversial plan to convert part of GP surgery into HMO refused
Concerns were raised over the number of HMOs in the area and a loss of privacy for residents. …
New orthopaedic centre at Sulis Hospital to help cut waiting lists
The new centre will be built to the east of the existing hospital on land currently used for parking. …
Electric vehicle chargers taken out of use due to safety checks
The chargers have been switched off and bagged over at several locations, due to safety checks. …
Bath school unveils resource base plans for pupils with autism
The extension to an existing block at Ralph Allen will accommodate up to 20 pupils with autism. …
Council tax increase set to encourage use of empty properties
The change will see owners of empty properties charged up to 400% for their council tax. …
Unexpected snow hits Julian House’s Big Bath Sleep-Out event
The snow made the fundraiser an even bigger challenge for the 98 fundraisers involved. …
Teenagers found guilty of killing 16-year-old at birthday party in Bath
Mikey was stabbed in the neck with a so-called zombie knife at a property on Eastfield Avenue. …
Three new firefighters to serve Bath and North East Somerset
The new recruits will be paged to respond to incidents from their homes and places of work. …
WECA served Government notice over concerns from ministers
Government ministers have raised concerns over leadership and how the authority operates. …
Man charged with manslaughter after former Bath City player dies
Mr Hendy had played for clubs including Mangotsfield United and Clevedon Town, as well as Bath City. …
Novel Wines to close Bath store as it expands online presence
The award-winning retailer opened its shop on the Upper Bristol Road in Bath in 2019. …
Controversial plans for student accommodation block withdrawn
The scheme was for a “student cluster unit” of 15 bedrooms at the rear of 9 Upper Bloomfield Road. …
Section of Two Tunnels greenway set to close for tree felling
The shared-use route connects Bath and the Midford Valley and is managed by the charity Sustrans. …
Grants being offered to help engage youngsters in STEM projects
£250,000 is being offered to take learning beyond what’s covered by the national curriculum. …
Permission being sought to turn city centre hotel into private house
The proposed changes to the five-star Windsor Townhouse include minor alterations to the layout. …
Leading heritage developer acquires Bath Press site for £13.8m
The site already benefits from planning permission, with work set to start as soon as possible. …
Police launch appeal after motorcyclist seriously injured in collision
The rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 30s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries. …
Bath BID introduces new system to help tackle crime in city centre
Following a successful trial period, the DISC system has been launched for city centre businesses. …