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13 July 2023

Lib Dems urge Metro Mayor to fund bus routes to reconnect residents

Campaigners have proposed new bus routes to link larger North East Somerset villages and towns. …

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Councillor set to create group to look into knife crime and prevention

The former council leader has said she wants to see what can be done to prevent further deaths. …

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Sport and community groups invited to apply for grants up to £10,000

Applications are encouraged from sports clubs and other groups looking to run physical activities. …

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Bath MP calls for reform over “substandard” student living conditions

The MP has raised concerns over the living standards of students and the rental market. …

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12 July 2023

Concerns raised over impact of proposed parking charge increases

From September, the cost of parking will depend on how much pollution your engine emits. …

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Student selected as finalist in national poetry speaking competition

Year 9 student Florence Cooney took part in ‘Poetry by Heart’ at Shakespeare’s Globe in London. …

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Locals given chance to sponsor a leaf in memory of a loved one

Each sponsored ivy leaf at the Botanical Gardens can be engraved with a short message. …

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Warning issued over disruption during upcoming NHS industrial action

Health leaders have said the strike action is “likely to cause significant disruption to NHS services”. …

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11 July 2023

Man appears in court after 55-year-old dies from stab wounds

Michael Sloan has been charged with the murder of David Christian at an address in Drake Avenue. …

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More than 30,000 people sign up for free Discovery Card scheme

The scheme offers residents free entry to various attractions, as well as access to exclusive discounts. …

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£10m project launched to retrofit region’s homes and create jobs

Initially Retrofit West will be an advisory service, with grants to be offered from 2024. …

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RUH launches search for new governors to help shape future

The hospital trust is seeking five public governors and three staff governors. …

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Witnesses being sought by police after man exposes himself

Police want to identify the man involved in the act of public indecency in Bathampton Meadows. …

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10 July 2023

Arrest made after man in his 50s dies following altercation in Bath

Emergency services were called to an address in Foxhill following reports of a man being injured. …

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Residents invited to explore the Roman Baths with Summer Lates

From 22nd July to 31st August, the iconic site in the centre of Bath will be open until 10pm. …

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Police helicopter involved in search after man seen falling into river

Officers were deployed to search the area, along with the National Police Air Service helicopter. …

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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. …

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7 July 2023

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. …

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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. …

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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. …

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6 July 2023

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. …

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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. …

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SouthGate’s summer installation raising money for Lily Foundation

In addition to the summer canopy, SouthGate Bath has also revealed a butterfly selfie point. …

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5 July 2023

RUH photographs chosen for exhibition marking NHS birthday

NHS staff were invited to submit photographs that capture what makes the health service so special. …

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