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Chief Constable defends “slow” police response to encampments
Chief Constable Sarah Crew said police powers should not normally be the first option. …

Duke of Edinburgh visits Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution
The Duke of Edinburgh visited the BRLSI following a graduation ceremony at Bath Abbey. …

High Street project sees launch of new artist’s space and gallery
The facility is currently being used for a range of art including ceramics, hat making and oil painting. …

Morrisons staff praised for “amazing actions” after man injures himself
Police had been called reporting a concern for welfare at the store on the London Road. …

Two new residents’ parking zones in Bath set to come into force
The Oldfield Park and Westmoreland zone will start on Tuesday 29th August instead of 31st July. …

School fined £50k after exposing staff and pupils to radioactive gas
Five pupils were exposed to levels of radioactive radon gas almost 8 times the legal limit. …

Proposal for “cost effective” bus route network sent to Metro Mayor
Many buses in North East Somerset have been cut and more are under threat amid a funding row. …

Parents being urged to check their homes are fire safe for the summer
Personalised recommendations and actionable tips are being offered to improve fire safety. …

More than 80% of guide dog owners refused access to premises
The Guide Dogs charity is calling on the Government to take action to strengthen the law. …

Council’s Heritage Services strengthened thanks to new appointment
Charlotte will oversee the re-interpretation of the Roman Baths and new spaces at the Victoria Art Gallery. …

Man taken to hospital after injuring himself at Morrisons store
The incident happened at around 1pm, and saw the store evacuated as staff provided first aid. …

Call for reopening of pool and vocational education at Culverhay site
Culverhay School, renamed Bath Community Academy, has largely sat vacant for the past five years. …

“Christmas Day” service being offered as NHS consultants strike
Consultants at the Royal United Hospital are taking part in 48 hours of industrial action. …

Families receive financial support for food during summer holidays
Government funding was recently secured to provide the scheme until Easter next year. …

Open-air theatre festival returns to the Holburne Museum in Bath
The festival will see the Holburne Museum’s garden transformed into an outdoor theatre. …

Frustration for locals over “shocking” road markings in parking zone
Denmark Road is one of many roads included within the new Oldfield Park and Westmoreland RPZ. …

Vulnerable patients at the RUH to benefit from extra care and support
The strategy will ensure patients receive care and support specific to their individual needs. …

Parks and green spaces across Bath receive prestigious flag awards
Sydney Gardens is a winner for the first time in this year’s national awards. …

Vulnerable youngsters given chance to take part in free summer camps
The summer programme includes music, arts and sports sessions as well as a variety of trips. …

Stop and search changes planned as police tackles institutional racism
The Chief Constable said a a five-year strategic plan was needed to “build an inclusive culture”. …

Third annual jobs summit encourages locals to upskill roles and “get on”
Mr Norris announced an extra £6.5m in funding for locals to upskill to progress into better-paid work. …

Majority of Ukrainian refugee hosts satisfied with support scheme
More than 80 per cent of respondents said they enjoyed their time hosting a family or individual. …

Orchestra of local young carers performs at the House of Commons
The special orchestra performed to an audience of MPs, peers and industry professionals. …

Call-in for Entry Hill depot site rejected over previous housing refusal
Councillors had criticised the decision to sell the site to local engineering firm Cross Engineering. …