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PCC urges local residents to take part in police funding survey
Locals can give their views on a £10 per year increase to the policing part of council tax. …
Festive strike action led to ambulances queuing outside hospitals
The NHS was aided through the strikes by non-NHS partners working alongside them. …
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. …
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. …
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. …
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. …