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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. …
Sulis Hospital set to become orthopaedics hub for the South West
The hospital in Peasedown St John will become a hub for elective surgery in the South West. …
Council awarded environmental award for upgrades at crematorium
Haycombe was one of the first crematoria to install a mercury abatement system in 2006. …
Mayor “deeply concerned” over proposed rail ticket office closures
A consultation has been launched into the closures, which would affect stations across the region. …
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. …
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. …
RUH launches search for new governors to help shape future
The hospital trust is seeking five public governors and three staff governors. …
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. …