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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. …
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. …