A quick round up as we head into the weekend. Network Rail contractors have completed repairs to the decking of the cast-iron footbridge across the main rail line passing through Sydney Gardens. However, the […]
Month: July 2017
Behind closed doors.
There are many Bathonians who will remember buying provisions from Cater, Stoffell and Fortt – a famous company name in Bath’s retail history and a firm regarded by many as the Fortnum and Masons of the […]
Don’t let Bath become a doughnut!
He’s got responsibility for influencing the way the modern city of Bath connects with and safeguards its history and heritage, but when l met Professor Barry Gilbertson – newly appointed as Chairman of the City […]
Narrow vote in favour of Foxhill redevelopment.
Controversial plans for the redevelopment of the Foxhill Estate – including the re-provision of up to 700 homes – have today been approved by Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Development Management Committee. The Committee […]
Nominations wanted for Community Awards
Nominations for The Chair of Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Community Awards have officially opened. The awards, recognise volunteers, community leaders, community organisations, carers and local businesses for the positive impact they make on […]
Going for growth says West of England Mayor.
Economic growth that benefits every resident is at the core of a new vision for the West of England, launched today (Wednesday 26 July). West of England Mayor, Tim Bowles and Interim Chair of the […]
How do you want B&NES wards re-drawn?
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Bath and North East Somerset Council. The consultation is the […]
Brunel bridge in Sydney Gardens repaired.
Engineers from Network Rail have now repaired Brunel’s last remaining cast-iron footbridge – straddling his Great Western Railway line to London – which was closed off as part of the decking had collapsed. This structure […]
It’s our heritage!
Local people and visitors are invited to explore Bath and North East Somerset’s fantastic heritage as venues across the area open their doors for Heritage Open Days (Thursday 7 September to Sunday 10 September […]
Time to take speed out of our hands?
Do speed limits work? B&NES – along with many other local authorities – got itself caught up in the zeigest of 20 mph restrictions in urban areas. The little round discs have gone up everywhere […]
