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Winning school football team will now represent Somerset
The team of nine boys and one girl now head into the South West regional finals to represent Somerset. …
West of England Metro Mayor defends Birthday Bus scheme
Mr Norris says the main aim of the scheme is to get drivers out of cars and onto public transport. …
Two charities benefit from Bath Christmas Market donations
The good causes were picked at random from the pool of charities which attended 2023 market. …
St Gregory’s wins International School Award for tenth year
The secondary school in Combe Hay Lane first won the award in 2014. …
Tribute paid to Bath motorcyclist who died in collision with van
Destiney, from Upper Weston, was involved in a collision in Somerset on Sunday 4th February. …
Call-in over decision for Southlands LTN to be made permanent
A recent survey found 57% of people living on Southlands were opposed to the traffic restriction. …
Enforcement sees residents benefit from improved housing
Private rented homes are required to have an Energy Performance Certificate rating of E or above. …
Open Day to be held at Anchor’s new later living site in Bath
The later-life development at Lansdown offers 72 one and two-bedroom apartments. …
Citizen panel being consulted on future of local bus services
The Mayor warned that the rising costs of running buses have outpaced the subsidies available. …
More than 80 police jobs at risk as force looks to save money
Police staff investigators help to solve crimes, and more than 80 of their jobs are at risk. …
Homeless charity issues dire warning over council funding cut
The vital support provided by Julian House is at risk due to a cut in funding provided by the council. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
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. …