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Next phase of city centre security measures set to get under way
Work to install sliding security barriers in Upper Borough Walls is nearing completion. …
More communities invited to introduce not-for-profit bus services
WESTlocal gives communities the chance to design and run new transport services in their area. …
No compensation yet paid out over “optical illusion” cycle lane
Forty people have so far sought compensation from the council for their injuries. …
Ofsted praises friendly Bath nursery where children are confident
The Little Bambinos Nursery, which opened in 2022, is based at the Victoria Hotel on Millmead Road. …
Action against repeat offenders in city centre retail crime crackdown
The DISC system links businesses, BID marshals and the Neighbourhood Policing Team. …
Bath-based housing association Curo plants almost 1,000 trees
The new plantings ensure that the housing association’s tree stock remains healthy and resilient. …
City centre bridge set to close for around six weeks for repair works
North Parade Bridge will be closed from 20th May for waterproofing and masonry works. …
Man in custody on suspicion of attempted murder in Twerton
Police were called to Sheridan Road following a report that a man had seriously assaulted. …
“Significant” health and safety problems found at Jolly’s store in Bath
Broken glass was found to have been falling from the roof into the trading area of the building. …
Special baby remembrance service to be held at Haycombe Cemetery
The service is an opportunity for families who have lost a baby to remember those who have been lost. …
Spotlight on pioneering project helping to reduce carbon emissions
The council worked with the University of Bath to see the impact of Net Zero rules on planning policy. …
WECA takes on former city council chief executive with £19k pay hike
Stephen Peacock will be the regional body’s new top officer, replacing interim boss Richard Ennis. …
Locals urged to choose right care options ahead of bank holidays
Many GP practices and pharmacies will be closed at both the beginning and end of May. …
Plan for pop-up restaurant at former Bath abattoir gains approval
What was once an abattoir is now a production kitchen for a number of local restaurants. …
Three people arrested after drugs swoop on Julian Road in Bath
The warrants resulted in three people being arrested and seizures of cash and drugs. …
Fundraising appeal to improve access to Garden of Reflection
It is a space for individual reflection, with benches set among trees and beds with seasonal planting. …
Man being sought by police in connection with sexual assault in Bath
Police have examined CCTV and now want to trace the man shown in the footage. …
Listed building owners invited to find out more about energy saving
The events are being organised by the grant-funded Green Heritage Homes project. …
Concerns raised over proposal to turn air raid shelters into bike shed
The end walls of the two shelters, which face each other, would be opened up. …
Fire service continues to raise awareness of River Rescue Cabinets
The River Rescue Cabinets are brightly coloured stations located at regular intervals along the waterways. …
Warning over ‘Nottingham Knockers’ in and around Oldfield Park
Police are seeking any CCTV footage that can lead to the persons involved being identified. …
Six-bed HMO plan submitted for mid-terrace property in Weston
The number of bedrooms at the property would be increased to six, along with bike storage. …
Bath Tennis Club close to acing its ongoing refurbishment appeal
The courts need resurfacing and new floodlights are planned to allow members to play in the evening. …
Three-month project planned in Fox Hill for storm water storage tank
More than £650k is being invested by Wessex Water to enhance storage capacity in the Fox Hill area. …