News
New zebra crossing officially opens after delays caused by nesting bird
A new zebra crossing in Monksdale Road, Bath has opened following the departure of a nesting pigeon.
Delivering for local residents, Improving people's lives, Roads, travel and transport
B&NES children’s services declared ‘Good’ by Ofsted
Children in B&NES continue to benefit from good quality support, help and services that have a positive impact on their lives says Ofsted, which has rated the council's' Children's Services as Good.
Children's Services, Focusing on prevention, Improving people's lives, Safeguarding
Keynsham Recycling Centre wins construction award
Bath & North East Somerset Council’s investment in its £40m Keynsham Recycling Hub has been recognised for its innovative approach to reuse and recycling and the positive impact it has had.
Delivering for local residents, Keynsham Recycling Hub, Preparing for the Future
Next steps outlined for Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links scheme
The consultation report for a proposed walking, wheeling and cycling scheme in Bath has been published today, alongside next steps for the project.
Giving people a bigger say, Transport and Development
Pilot scheme for business waste collections in Bath city centre
A scrutiny panel has reviewed a Single Member Decision on business waste collections taken on July 2 by Councillor Mark Elliott and dismissed a call-in by nine councillors for it to be reconsidered.
Bath, Delivering for local residents, Democracy, Waste and Recycling
Council approves parish development plan
A plan that guides future development and land use in a parish incorporating two historic villages in the Cam Valley has been approved by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Delivering for local residents, Planning, Preparing for the Future
Summer fun at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Families are in for a treat this summer at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery, with a packed programme of exciting activities and events to enjoy throughout the school holidays.
Heritage
Council helps bring empty homes back to life in B&NES
Empty property owners are being supported to bring their homes back into use by Bath & North East Somerset Council with 96 homes becoming occupied again in the past year.
Bath, Delivering for local residents, Housing
Statement from B&NES Council leader on tourism taxes
In light of the joint letter I co-signed with the Leader of Cambridge City Council to Angela Rayner, calling for councils to be granted powers to introduce a tourism levy, I was naturally very inte
Bath
Council sets out bold expectations for developer contributions ahead of Local Plan consultation
Bath & North East Somerset Council is taking bold action to ensure that developers building in the area invest in local community facilities.
Delivering for local residents, Preparing for the Future
Shape Your High Street arts weekend in Midsomer Norton
Midsomer Norton High Street is set to be transformed into a vibrant celebration of creativity and community collaboration with a free arts trail weekend from July 25 to 27.
Delivering for local residents, Giving people a bigger say, Regeneration and Development, Somer Valley
Long-term Active Travel Masterplan adopted by council
A 20-year vision aimed at making walking, wheeling and cycling the natural choice for many journeys across the district has been formally adopted by Bath & North East Somerset Council. &nb
Climate Emergency, Roads, travel and transport, Transport and Development