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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. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
Concerns raised over impact of proposed parking charge increases
From September, the cost of parking will depend on how much pollution your engine emits. …
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. …
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. …
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”. …
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. …
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. …
£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. …
RUH launches search for new governors to help shape future
The hospital trust is seeking five public governors and three staff governors. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
“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. …