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London Road bus lane to be made shorter for housing junction
The start of the existing bus lane needs to be adjusted so that the taper starts after the new junction. …
Planning setback for game bird farm development near Bath
Approval was being sought for three agricultural storage barns along with six storage containers. …
University to reveal plans for eight new accommodation blocks
The site, which has already been removed from the Green Belt, measures more than 11 acres. …
Nursery staff go ‘above and beyond’ to meet children’s needs
The report says children form warm and trusting relationships with staff from the start. …
New funding available for organisations to support refugees
B&NES Council is opening the fourth round of the Ukraine Support Fund to help Ukrainian guests. …
Second attempt for self-build house in Beacon Hill garden
The existing 1930s house at Richmond Road sits in a plot of more than half an acre. …
Smells from old gas works spark health and safety concerns
Residents have been complaining of an “acrid and bitumen-like smell” around the development site. …
Speed limit reduction on part of Gloucester Road set to start
The speed limit between Lower Swainswick and the link to the A46 had not been reviewed for some time. …
Bath branch of Parkinson’s UK charity makes £10k donation
The donation was possible thanks to donations, fundraising, coffee mornings and funeral collections. …
Council reassures families over closure of Bath respite service
Council care chiefs have given assurances that people who need respite care will not lose out on it. …
Wellbeing hub celebrates five years of supporting community
The initiative has become a central place for locals to access services that support their health and wellbeing. …
Councillor calls for ‘rapid’ action to protect city’s family homes
Planning committee members previously called for a change to the council’s policy governing HMOs. …
Proposed electrification works at First Bus’ depot in Bath
The proposal includes 64 ground-mounted electric chargers and four overhead steel gantries. …
Council blames “inexperienced inspectors” for poor care rating
The council has insisted that it was the quality of the inspection which was poor, not its care services. …
Police appeal launched after woman assaulted in Bath store
A woman was approached by a man who reportedly put her in a headlock and strangled her. …
Regional dementia conference to be held in village near Bath
The conference will feature keynote speakers, information stalls and networking opportunities. …
Woman set to take on Walk of Life in memory of her brother
Walkers can choose between 10 miles, 16 miles, or a marathon distance along the Kennet & Avon Canal. …
Plans to convert vacant offices into holiday lets get green light
The offices are on the first, second and third floors above Adventure Café at 5 Princes Buildings. …
Emergency repairs taking place on historic GWR bridge in Bath
Network Rail says inspections revealed fractures in the cast iron columns of Skew Bridge. …
Locals being urged to come forward for Covid-19 booster vaccine
Invitations to book a booster are in the process of being sent, either in the form of a text message or letter. …
Landmark Lansdown property goes on the market for £5 million
Mount Beacon House is perched on the slopes of Lansdown and can be seen from across the city. …
Residents invited to have their say on plans for Bath Press site
The housebuilder will be hosting a masterplan community consultation event on 23rd April. …
Emergency gas works taking place on A36 at Limpley Stoke
Two-way traffic lights are in operation on the A36 at Limpley Stoke, near the former Rose & Crown pub. …
Fears that Bath bus route extension will ‘blight’ neighbourhood
The maximum number of buses each day will be 36 with fewer on weekends and bank holidays. …