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Future of popular Bath Santa float at risk due to crowd concerns
Santa’s Christmas Float has been running for four years and raises money for charity. …

Four injured in serious three-vehicle collision on B3116 near Keynsham
There are four casualties, and at least two people have sustained significant injuries. …

50mph wind gusts expected as Storm Isha hits West of England
People should expect disruption to travel and utilities when the storm hits on Sunday afternoon. …

Projects across Bath to benefit from £263k of community funding
The community projects were chosen following feedback received from the public. …

Bath hospital showcases vital research work during special visit
During her visit, Professor Ruth Endacott met with members of the RUH’s research team. …

Bath Building Society announces charity of the year for 2024
Bath Building Society will be raising awareness of the charity throughout the year. …

£13m disease early warning system to open at University of Bath
The public health surveillance system will detect outbreaks of diseases by testing water systems. …

Plans revealed for student accommodation block in Odd Down
The “student cluster unit” of 15 bedrooms is proposed on a site at the rear of 9 Upper Bloomfield Road. …

Council budget cuts to charity services could be “catastrophic”
B&NES Council is planning to cut £802,000 from its community support contracts. …

Carry on as normal ahead of prescription ordering system change
People who regularly use POD are advised to continue ordering their medicines in the usual way. …

Two Tunnels route remains closed as flood pumping continues
Due to persistent rainfall, the shorter of the tunnels has been closed since 4th January. …

Serial romance fraudster Sebastian Timmis jailed for second time
Sebastian Timmis stole more than £30,000 by convincing his victims to transfer him money. …

Children seeking asylum to be looked after by council once again
The council has not accepted any unaccompanied children into its care system since September. …

City centre firework display raises more than £20,000 for charities
The 2023 Rotary fireworks display at the Recreation Ground was attended by 6,500 people. …

Wedding showcase event set to be held at the Guildhall in Bath
Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Registrations team will be opening the doors of The Guildhall. …

Councillor set to decide future of controversial LTNs in Bath
Wooden planters were installed on Southlands in Bath in November 2022 as part of an LTN trial. …

16-year-old appears in court following charge over supply of drugs
The teenager was one of four people arrested during a warrant in the Kingsmead area. …

First Bus partners with suicide prevention charity to help save lives
The campaign will be rolled out to reach up to 1.5 million passengers across the West of England. …

Plans submitted to turn part of Bath doctor’s surgery into HMO
The surgery wants to convert the wing previously occupied by a dental practice into a four-bed HMO. …

Witnesses being sought after two men stabbed in the centre of Bath
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in custody. …

Charity calls for urgent support as temperatures drop across Bath
In the winter months, people are forced to sleep rough in dangerously cold conditions. …

Landlords to be charged more for renting out properties in B&NES
Charges have increased for improvement notices and HMO licences across the district. …

Bath hospital’s surgical team celebrated for cutting waiting times
More than 200 patients have now had hand surgery in the hospital’s Trauma Assessment Unit. …

National Trust shares £17m proposals for Bath’s Assembly Rooms
The proposed changes form part of the development of a planned new Georgian visitor experience. …