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“No fixed plans” for separate door at new council development
The council has said there are “no fixed plans” for a separate entrance for those in affordable housing. …
Lidl store on the London Road “should not go ahead” says MP
Final plans for the development were submitted to Bath & North East Somerset Council last month. …
Visually impaired patients to benefit from extra support at RUH
The initiative will see patients able to access equipment to help make their stay a little easier. …
Bath builder prosecuted after failing to carry out promised work
Williams failed to follow through on promised and paid-for work at two properties in the area. …
Parking charges based on vehicle emissions to begin in September
The council estimates it will make £225,000 a year from the increased parking charges. …
Views being sought on ‘Pollinator Project’ in Peasedown St John
The local authority is set to create new pollinator-rich habitats at eight sites across the district. …
SouthGate’s summer installation raising money for Lily Foundation
In addition to the summer canopy, SouthGate Bath has also revealed a butterfly selfie point. …
RUH photographs chosen for exhibition marking NHS birthday
NHS staff were invited to submit photographs that capture what makes the health service so special. …
Locals able to apply for free travel as Birthday Bus site goes live
Residents are invited to visit the Birthday Bus website to apply for a free month of birthday travel. …
Ceremony held to welcome new trees at Elizabeth Park in Bath
The trees were planted as part of a scheme proposed by the Riverside Community Voice group. …
Emergency services close off city centre road after man found dead
Police have said they were called to George Street following a concern for welfare. …
Roman Baths to be illuminated to mark 75th anniversary of NHS
The historic landmark is one of three set to host a special light display across the region. …
Site visit planned over controversial scheme for historic cottage
It has already been ruled that Waterworks Cottage can be demolished without needing approval. …
Residents being warned over dangers of open water swimming
Open-water swimming is increasingly popular, but poses risks which are not always visible. …
41-year-old man jailed over indecent exposure and sexual offences
Jody Hawkins was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court after pleading guilty to seven offences. …
Self-storage facility on former Regency Laundry site approved
Despite reservations about the design, councillors voted to grant planning permission for the plans. …
New Mediterranean restaurant to open on Walcot Street in Bath
The former Aqua restaurant site is set in St. Michael’s Church House, a Grade II listed building. …
Residents being urged to count dead bugs on their number plates
Insects across the country are dwindling at a high rate, falling by around 64% over the last 20 years. …
New provider set to take over West of England e-scooter scheme
The region’s e-scooters will be changing colour, from coral to green, and will be branded WESTscoot. …
Investment in robotic surgery to help improve precision and safety
The robotic technology means surgeons at the RUH can operate with higher levels of precision. …
Major renovations planned at Holburne Museum for extra galleries
The museum has applied for consent to create three new galleries through an internal renovation. …