Bath Echo

18-tonne weight limit on Cleveland Bridge to stay for another year The restriction will stay in place as Bath & North East Somerset Council continues to collect data.

The 18-tonne weight limit has been in place on the Grade II listed bridge since 2022. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Researchers at Bath’s Royal United Hospital launch new stroke study The launch of the recruitment drive follows World Stroke Day on Wednesday 29th October.

Around 25% of strokes are caused by small vessel disease in the brain. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...

Homeless man is fined for disorderly behaviour outside Sainsbury’s The CPS told magistrates that Marsh was being hostile and abusive to a security guard outside the store.

The Crown Prosecution Service told magistrates that in May, Marsh was being hostile and abusive to a security guard. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/h...

Retrospective application submitted for seven-bed HMO in Saltford The property is classed as a dwelling house, but has been “continuously used” as a HMO since 2016.

The application says the property is classed as a dwelling house, but it has been “continuously used” as a HMO since 2016. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Witnesses being sought after fail-to-stop collision on A39 near Bath The motorcyclist involved required hospital treatment, but has since been discharged.

The motorcyclist required hospital treatment, but he has since been discharged. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/w...

Mixed-use development for city townhouse includes speakeasy bar The building, where the sandwich shop The Butter Pat used to be, is on the corner of Trim Bridge.

The building, where the sandwich shop The Butter Pat used to be, is on the corner of Trim Bridge. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

National award recognition for ‘caring’ primary school in Keynsham The award celebrates a school's ability to create an environment that positively influences children's wellbeing.

“This achievement reflects the hard work, care and commitment of our staff and the positive relationships we build" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/educati...

University of Bath submits plans for eight more accommodation blocks Current on-campus student accommodation is said to be “finite”, with new accommodation having been 'limited'.

The proposal is the result of a series of consultations with the public, statutory bodies, and other stakeholders. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

88-year-old man who killed his wife will be sentenced next month The 88-year-old had been charged with murder, but the jury was told he was not fit to stand trial.

Despite his initial comments, Mr Haxworth gave police no account of what had happened. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Historic Bath canal bridge badly damaged in collision involving van Safety barriers have been erected on the bridge and the footway has been closed.

Safety barriers have been erected on the bridge and the footway has been closed. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Fundraising campaign launched to save Keynsham Music Festival The festival is one of the largest community events celebrating music and the arts in the country.

“For more than two decades, the Keynsham Music Festival has been at the heart of our town – run by volunteers" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Developer launches appeal over refusal of Southdown six-bed HMO The developer had originally proposed a seven-bed house HMO with the garage becoming two bedrooms.

The developer had originally proposed a seven-bed house HMO with the garage becoming two bedrooms. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Former Bath care home could be converted to house staff from RUH The RUH has highlighted a “pressing need' for good quality, affordable local housing for its staff.

Planning permission was granted in 2024 to convert the detached villa into a private home with 10 en-suite bedrooms. bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

City centre burglar ‘changed his mind’ and left shop empty-handed Once inside, Bryant had a look around for money but thought “this is not me” and “changed his mind”.

Bryant had been walking past the shop when he noticed a gap in the door and pushed his key into it, damaging the lock. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/b...

Proposal submitted to turn holiday let into shared accommodation The property along the London Road is said to be in an area with a low concentration of HMOs.

“Given the property’s size, location, and lack of garden, it is most suitable for shared use, rather than family occupancy” www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Three communities chosen to explore local renewable energy projects The project aims to support the development of 5MW of community-owned renewable generation by 2030.

The project aims to support the development of 5MW of community-owned renewable generation. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Drug-addicted shoplifter is jailed for 26 weeks after admitting offences His solicitor said Batten had committed the offences whilst “in the grip” of a Class A drug addiction.

He stole items on 19th July, on 3rd, 28th and 31st August, on 8th September (twice) and 10th and 14th September. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/s...

Keynsham firm wins permission for massive warehouse extension IJ McGill Transport Ltd has depots in Devon, Buckinghamshire, Midlands and Manchester.

The warehousing and storage business is complementary to the distribution business. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...

Bath-based Wessex Water is told to improve by Environment Agency Despite hitting the target in all other metrics, Wessex Water scored ‘red’ for pollution incidents.

Despite hitting the target in all other metrics, Wessex Water scored ‘red’ for pollution incidents. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...

Health and wellbeing courses being offered to help develop new skills The wellbeing programme focuses on health inequalities through a variety of courses.

The wellbeing programme focuses on health inequalities through a variety of courses run by community providers. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...

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Planning inspector calls out profiteering Bath developer after appeal The owner had been using the land as a caravan site and was storing waste materials.

In January 2025 Mr Mahmood asked for approval to put up a barn to keep livestock, saying his 30 calves would die in the cold. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Bath MP Wera Hobhouse launches annual Christmas Card competition The MP is inviting pupils to get creative and design a card that captures the spirit of 'A Bath Christmas'.

Ms Hobhouse is inviting pupils to get creative and design a card that captures the spirit of “A Bath Christmas”. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Clinics being held for youngsters to receive Covid-19 vaccinations Five vaccination clinics are taking place across the region during the October school holidays.

Parents and carers of eligible children should have already been contacted about booking a vaccination appointment. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...

Chance to have your say on where community funding will be spent The shortlisted projects include play facilities, sustainable energy and community hall improvements.

The shortlisted projects include play facilities, sustainable energy and community hall improvements. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

New transport consultation launched for A4 between Bath and Bristol The previous proposals for the A4 have been revised thanks to feedback from 5,000 residents.

The A4 connects the Central Bath and Central Bristol Growth Zone, identified in the West’s new ten-year Growth Strategy. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

35-year-old man admits stealing rape seed oil drums from Newbridge pub Two people with a van had been seen stealing drums of rape seed oil from a shed at the pub.

Two people with a van had been seen stealing drums of rape seed oil from a shed at the pub at Newbridge Road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Residents praised for saving water during one of driest ever summers Wessex Water received more than 15,000 pledges to save 20 litres of water or more each day.

The company did not introduce a hosepipe ban this summer and has invested in a supply grid to move water around. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Disruption expected as busy junction to close for gas upgrade work The busy junction in Fairfield Park will be closed for a week for gas pipe upgrade work.

The junction of Eastbourne Avenue, Fairfield Road, Tyning Lane and Camden Road will be closed from Saturday 25th October. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Construction gets under way on active travel scheme at Bath Quays Bath Quays Links will make walking, wheeling and cycling easier and more enjoyable for residents.

The scheme will improve access to the bridge in the Bath Quays area which opened in 2022. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...