Temporary mortuary set up at Haycombe Cemetery to stay until next March
Friday 18th September 2020
Bath cancer specialists urging women to attend screening appointments
Bath's Novel Wines wins coveted Decanter Award for second year running
Over £500,000 of funding to provide housing support for vulnerable people
West of England Combined Authority outlines plans for regional recovery
Alexandra Park to temporarily close overnight following number of incidents
Universities reopening will lead to "inevitable" rise in COVID-19 cases
Business
David Trick receives award recognising his commitment to Bath Rugby
Nominated by the BRSC committee, David fittingly received his award at the Bath Recreation Ground. Tuesday 15th September 2020New support to help improve mental health and wellbeing for businesses
The package of support, including training resources, is available through the West of England Growth Hub. Tuesday 15th September 2020Community
Software fault blamed for opening sluice gate which caused boats to sink
A software fault has been blamed for suddenly opening the sluice gate, causing the water to drop. Thursday 17th September 2020New starter to strengthen the Quartet Community Foundation across B&NES
Angela will work alongside Claire Wynne Hughes in Quartet’s Bath office in Northgate House. Thursday 17th September 2020Crime
Targeted patrols and warning issued after reports of indecent exposure
Officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who has dashcam, CCTV or smart doorbell images. Tuesday 15th September 2020Searches underway after reports of suspicious package at sorting office
Officers attended the scene in Bristol and established the package could have been transported to Bath. Friday 11th September 2020Education
Pupils reminded to stick to new six-person rule and maintain social distancing
The reminder comes following the introduction of new restrictions on social gatherings earlier this week. Wednesday 16th September 2020Bath scientists set to track COVID-19 cases by monitoring wastewater
The majority of people infected with SARS-CoV-2 are believed to shed the virus in their faeces. Monday 14th September 2020Health
RUH patients set to benefit from brand new first of its kind body scanner
The Veriton digital gamma camera is the first of its kind to be installed anywhere in the country. Thursday 17th September 2020National shortage of coronavirus tests causing residents to travel to Exeter
The Odd Down facility will carry out 400 tests per day and is being operated by military personnel. Wednesday 16th September 2020Politics
Councillors slam government's proposed changes to planning system
Councillors from all political parties have criticised the imminent planning changes. Monday 14th September 2020Bus gate fines to be introduced on Milsom Street to aid pedestrian safety
Until now, wardens have been on site at the top of Milsom Street to monitor the temporary restriction. Thursday 10th September 2020