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City’s MP praises success of Clean Air Zone in House of Commons
The MP praised the scheme’s impact, which has seen nitrogen dioxide emissions reduce. …
Concerns raised as fire service’s emergency response “inadequate”
There are “serious concerns” about how the service keeps people safe and secure from fire and other risks. …
“Clean and Green” programme sees 25 tonnes of weeds collected
The cleaning team responded to more than 400 resident, town, parish and councillor requests. …
PCC seeking support for council tax increase to fund policing
The PCC is proposing an increase to the policing part of council tax of around £10 a year. …
Clothing retailer Zara opens store in SouthGate shopping centre
The store will offer shoppers a range of products across womenswear, menswear and childrenswear. …
2024 RUHX Walk of Life charity fundraising event date revealed
The annual fundraising walk has raised over £750,000 for the RUH since starting in 2005. …
Green light for city centre cocktail bar Raincheck to open until 3am
A bid by the bar to get permission to stay open later was met with concern by neighbours. …
Trees planted as tribute to King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II
The location of the new trees is in keeping with the original layout of the heritage 57-acre park. …
Parents invited to learn more about dangers of knife crime at event
The event will include a talk from a parent who has personally been affected by knife crime. …
Pregnant women urged to get Covid vaccination before Christmas
Vulnerable people only have until Friday 15th December to receive the current autumn top-up dose. …
Mayor encourages locals to explore city during festive season
Mr Norris recently got a sneak peek of the festive offering at No.1 Royal Crescent. …
Permission sought for demolition of brutalist church in Batheaston
The church of the Good Shepherd in Batheaston closed during the Covid-19 pandemic. …
Council leader issues bankruptcy warning over social care costs
Bath & North East Somerset Council is currently set to go over budget this year by £6.5m. …
Bath hospital’s neonatal team thanked for its “incredible” care
Loki weighed just 799g when he was born, after being delivered by emergency c-section. …
Support being offered for older people who are facing food poverty
One in ten respondents said they sometimes or often didn’t have enough to eat in the past 12 months. …
Bath-based L&C Mortgages moves to Newark Works development
The relocation to Bath Quays marks a new chapter for the company, which has moved from Beazer House. …
Temporary changes to waste collections over Christmas announced
Residents are being sent leaflets in the post advising them of their revised collection dates. …
Planning decision on building 300 homes at Sulis Down deferred
Councillors said they did not have enough information to make a decision and sent the plans back. …
Call for government to improve funding for schools across Bath
Ms Hobhouse spoke of the considerable underfunding and unmanageable workloads faced by teachers. …
Volunteers sought to help with packing gifts for CAMHs wards
The charity will be putting together more than 1,500 gifts, goodies and activities for those in hospital. …
Countdown to Christmas gets underway with festive light switch-on
Bath’s Christmas Market will run for 18 days from 23rd November to 10th December. …
High Street pedestrianisation considered following cycle lane injuries
The high street has been dubbed “the most dangerous street in the UK” by local councillors. …
Prior Park Landscape Garden awarded for dam and pond restoration
The restoration project at the National Trust site helped to preserve the historic vista. …
Residents and organisations recognised for work in the community
The awards championed ‘unsung heroes’ who make a difference in their communities. …