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11 April 2025

Three councillors form new independent group on B&NES Council

Councillors Gavin Heathcote and Karen Walker have now linked up with Saltford’s Chris Warren. …

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Metro Mayor Dan Norris is banned from offices following arrest

Staff were told that the mayor’s key fob had been deactivated and he could not to enter the building. …

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Air ambulance charity partners with Bath Racecourse for raceday

Racegoers will have the opportunity to learn more about the lifesaving charity at the special event. …

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10 April 2025

The Walcot Group reveals plans for Widcombe’s White Hart pub

The Grade II listed pub has fallen into disrepair and is said to be in “urgent” need of restoration. …

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‘Business as usual’ as support services move to new provider

The contract to provide drug and alcohol community services was previously run by Bath charity DHI. …

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Locksbrook Road tip is approved but could face legal challenge

Six Lib Dem councillors voted in favour of the proposals, while three opposition councillors voted against. …

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Mum treated at RUH urges others to check for signs of cancer

Following surgery and a course of chemotherapy, Kirsty no longer has any visible evidence of disease. …

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9 April 2025

Locals being urged to get repeat prescriptions in before Easter

Many pharmacies will close on 17th April and not reopen until Tuesday 22nd April. …

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Replica roof being proposed for landmark Snow Hill building

A planning application has been submitted to make improvements at the Gateway Centre at Snow Hill. …

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City centre church’s ‘inclusive’ access plans given the green light

The approved changes will see access improvements for users of the historic building. …

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8 April 2025

Police warning after counterfeit cash used by Facebook buyers

Upon collection of the sold item, the buyer pays hundreds of pounds with counterfeit currency. …

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Campaigners to stage protest on ‘disastrous’ new Bath tip plans

The controversial plans are being recommended for approval by council officers at the meeting. …

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£12k donation for children’s charity thanks to recycling scheme

The Harvey Hext Trust provides memory boxes and bears to families and bereavement support professionals. …

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7 April 2025

Authority staff offered trauma support following Metro Mayor arrest

Dan Norris, who has held the role leading the combined authority since 2021, was arrested on Friday. …

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Park & Ride sites to operate until 11.30pm each day on trial basis

Newbridge, Odd Down and Lansdown will be open later to make it easier for people to stay longer in the city. …

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Bath woman completes 315-mile bike ride in memory of her sister

Jackie Duffy from Weston has raised more than £5,800 for Aortic Dissection Awareness UK & Ireland. …

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Health chiefs set to investigate 5.6% increase in A&E attendance

A survey has been launched to find out why there was an increase in the number of ‘walk-in’ patients. …

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Fire crews test their skills during water rescue training exercise

The simulated scenario saw live casualties requiring rescue from a sinking canal boat. …

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5 April 2025

West of England Mayor Dan Norris suspended following arrest

A man in his 60s was arrested over allegations of rape and historic sex offences against a girl. …

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4 April 2025

Man acquitted of attempted murder charge after woman stabbed

It took five men to disarm Jones, drag him off Emma Kirk and restrain him until police officers arrived. …

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Developer loses planning appeal over six-bed Southdown HMO

The council received 10 objections and ward councillor Jess David highlighted her concerns. …

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Six candidates for the upcoming Metro Mayor election confirmed

All six candidates for the role appeared together at the West of England Combined Authority headquarters. …

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3 April 2025

Controversial Bath padel court plans being appealed after refusal

An inspector will review whether the council’s planning committee was right to refuse the application. …

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Post Office now looking for a new retail partner in Oldfield Park

It has been confirmed that Morrisons in Moorland Road will close on Wednesday 16th April. …

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