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Student flats being proposed for former office block in Twerton
Consultants say there is a significant “under-supply” of high-quality student accommodation. …
Plans for five new Liveable Neighbourhood trials in Bath approved
More controversial traffic restrictions have been given the go-ahead, despite concerns from residents. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
Culture Secretary meets with Olympic hopefuls at Bath university
Athletes at the University of Bath are working hard towards this summer’s Olympic Games. …
Councillor launches campaign to become MP for new constituency
Gavin Heathcote currently represents Peasedown St John as an independent councillor. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
Jobs and economy boost for Bath and North East Somerset
The strategy sets out a new approach to development which prioritises residents and businesses. …
New Keeping Abreast support group set to launch in Keynsham
The Keeping Abreast charity offers support to all those facing or considering breast reconstruction. …
Centre of excellence for dementia planned in Bath after review
A new report recommends developing the care service at Cleeve Court in Twerton. …
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. …
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. …
“Disappointment” after Bath College downgraded by Ofsted
College leaders highlighted the “significant pressure” that the four-day inspection placed on staff. …
Screening test introduced to identify heart problems in babies
The screening has been found to help identify babies who have critical congenital heart disease. …
Recruitment campaign being launched for on-call firefighters
An on-call firefighter could be called out two or three times a week, for a few hours at a time. …
No plans to increase levy funding for buses across the region
The three local authorities which make up WECA have said they won’t be increasing their funding. …
Cost to build new homes on council land “totally out of whack”
Eight affordable energy-efficient apartments for social rent could be completed in summer 2025. …
Seven homes being provided for Afghan and Ukrainian families
The properties will provide short-term accommodation for families displaced by war. …
MP calls for better support for residents affected by flooding
Despite residents suffering flood damage to their properties, B&NES Council is not eligible for funding. …
Air ambulance helicopter in near miss with drone in centre of Bath
The helicopter’s crew spotted a drone close to them as they took off from the Recreation Ground. …