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Councillor Kevin Guy welcomes government move on tourism levy powers
Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of Bath & North East Somerset Council, today welcomed news that the government will give English Mayors the power to introduce a tourism levy.
Bath, Finance, Leisure, Tourism and Heritage, Preparing for the Future
Council hosts domestic abuse conference ahead of 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence
A global campaign to end violence against women and girls has been highlighted by local partners at the first domestic abuse annual stakeholder event in Bath.
Communities and volunteering, Focusing on prevention, Public Health
Plan your Christmas Market journey
Bath and North East Somerset Council is advising visitors to plan their trips to Bath Christmas Market in advance and is encouraging people to use public transport, like the city’s Park & Ride service
Bath, Delivering for local residents, Roads, travel and transport
Magical children’s book and radio show champion B&NES Ukrainian community
A magical children’s adventure book and a community radio show are two inspiring initiatives from the Ukrainian community being championed by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Communities and volunteering, Focusing on prevention, Libraries
B&NES residents encouraged to recycle empty aerosols
Deodorant, shaving foam and hair spray aerosol cans are some of the items that residents across Bath & North East Somerset are being encouraged to recycle as part of a new campaign.
Delivering for local residents, Focusing on prevention, Keynsham Recycling Hub, Waste and Recycling
Families affected by cancer supported by Haycombe charity donation
A charity in Bath that provides holidays for families with young people with cancer or who have been bereaved has spoken of an “incredibly special” £10,000 donation received from Haycombe Cemetery.
Bereavement Services, Community Funding, Focusing on prevention, Tackling the climate and ecological emergency
First trip of the season for council gritters
Bath & North East Somerset Council’s nine gritting lorries have been out on their first run since March as road surface temperatures dropped below freezing overnight on 17 November.
Delivering for local residents, Roads, travel and transport
The Roman Baths Foundation celebrates 10 Years with new Trustees and a bold vision for the future.
As it celebrates its tenth anniversary, The Roman Baths Foundation is delighted to welcome ten new trustees to its board, marking the start of an ambitious new chapter.
Leisure, Tourism and Heritage, Preparing for the Future
New Chief Executive announced for Bath & North East Somerset Council
Bath & North East Somerset Council is pleased to announce it will be recommending to a meeting of the full Council, on 20 November that Sophie Broadfield is appointed as the next Chief Executive.
Delivering for local residents
New pledge videos and art exhibition celebrating Care Leavers’ Month in B&NES
A series of award winning new videos outlining key commitments that support care experienced young people until they reach the age of 25 has been launched during Care Leavers' Month.
Bath, Children's Services, Focusing on prevention
New B&NES Council occupational therapy assessment centre officially opened
Visitors at a new occupational therapy assessment centre in Midsomer Norton learned how equipment and adaptations make a difference to promote independence at home.
Adult Social Care and Health, Delivering for local residents, Health and Care
Nominate your local heroes for the 15th annual Bath and North East Somerset Community Awards
A spotlight is once again shining on people in Bath and North East Somerset who go above and beyond to make a difference to the lives of others with the launch of the Community Awards for 2025/26.
Communities and volunteering, Delivering for local residents