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Call for government to improve funding for schools across Bath
Ms Hobhouse spoke of the considerable underfunding and unmanageable workloads faced by teachers. …
Temporary changes to waste collections over Christmas announced
Residents are being sent leaflets in the post advising them of their revised collection dates. …
Volunteers sought to help with packing gifts for CAMHs wards
The charity will be putting together more than 1,500 gifts, goodies and activities for those in hospital. …
Countdown to Christmas gets underway with festive light switch-on
Bath’s Christmas Market will run for 18 days from 23rd November to 10th December. …
High Street pedestrianisation considered following cycle lane injuries
The high street has been dubbed “the most dangerous street in the UK” by local councillors. …
Prior Park Landscape Garden awarded for dam and pond restoration
The restoration project at the National Trust site helped to preserve the historic vista. …
Residents and organisations recognised for work in the community
The awards championed ‘unsung heroes’ who make a difference in their communities. …
£500 funding boost for popular Hive centre in Peasedown St John
The centre, located on Bath Road, runs open-access youth work sessions three afternoons per week. …
Sulis Down homes recommended for approval despite objections
The proposed homes form the third and fourth “phases” of the Sulis Down development. …
More traffic restrictions to be introduced in Bath neighbourhoods
Five more locations in Bath could be subject to traffic restrictions from early next year. …
Charity seeking Bath volunteers to help with Christmas appeal
The charity is seeking locals to don a festive hat and take to the city centre to raise much-needed funds. …
Councillors oppose “woefully poor” plans for Bath Rugby stadium
Over 1,000 people lodged comments in support of the plans, compared to 85 objections. …
RUH expands Day Surgery Unit to help reduce waiting times
Over the past few months, the unit has been refurbished to provide an additional five new cubicles. …
New Co-op store in Oldfield Park’s Scala building welcomed
The store, which replaces the former shop on Shaftesbury Road, will employ around 30 people. …
Revised opening date for Dyson Cancer Centre at Bath hospital
A shortage of engineers means the new cancer centre will now open early next year. …
Mum has “constant asthma attacks” after bedroom ceiling collapses
The family had repeatedly told Bath-based Curo about a leak which had gone on for three years. …
Bath design students find out more about new plastic-free poppy
The Bath-based company wants to inspire the next generation of young designers. …
City’s MP praises Rotary Club of Bath’s charity firework display
The annual display is a popular fixture in the city’s calendar and raises money for local charities. …
People invited to mark Remembrance Day at events across Bath
Ceremonies and services will be taking place across the Bath and North East Somerset area. …
Decision date set for controversial plans for Sulis Down homes
The Hignett Family Trust wants to build 290 homes on fields above South Stoke. …
More than 200 locals access Breathing Space debt scheme
Breathing Space gives eligible people the time to seek advice and find a safe route out of debt. …
Improved safety measures implemented on the London Road
The yellow box at the busy junction has been enlarged, with a cycle lane marked in red. …
Footage being sought after woman in her 70s killed in collision
Emergency services were called to Pepys Close shortly before 6.40pm following reports of the crash. …
SouthGate Bath shopping centre wins sustainability award
The shopping centre has been recognised with a Green World Award for its waste management. …