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The core services will include GP access, physiotherapy and rehabilitation and mental health counselling. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
New private healthcare clinic aims to tackle shortfalls in B&NES
Services will include GP access, physiotherapy and rehabilitation and mental health counselling.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The core services will include GP access, physiotherapy and rehabilitation and mental health counselling. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Taylor had denied driving on Sulis Manor Road on 20th January last year with two controlled drugs in her blood. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
Bath drug-driving case collapses as CPS offers no evidence
Although the drug-drive allegations were dismissed, Taylor did admit another offence at her appearance.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Taylor had denied driving on Sulis Manor Road on 20th January last year with two controlled drugs in her blood. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
“This decision is about the relationship and direction of the party nationally, rather than a reflection on the B&NES Labour group" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
B&NES councillor quits Labour over party’s national direction
Councillor Johnson’s decision to leave comes just days after High Littleton councillor Ann Morgan quit.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM
“This decision is about the relationship and direction of the party nationally, rather than a reflection on the B&NES Labour group" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Team managers and deputy team managers in children’s social care were sent ballot papers last week. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Social care workers balloting for strike action over changes to pay
Some of the team managers have been put on the same pay grade as the staff they manage.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Team managers and deputy team managers in children’s social care were sent ballot papers last week. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Zest Eco has now submitted plans to B&NES Council for a row of four parking bays at the site. bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
New parking plan submitted in wake of failed EV charging scheme
Zest Eco had appealed to the Secretary of State to try to secure permission for four EV charging bays.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Zest Eco has now submitted plans to B&NES Council for a row of four parking bays at the site. bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
As part of its budget planning, the council is reviewing capacity and usage at its household waste recycling centres. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Proposed budget cuts could see reduced opening hours for tips
The council is reviewing capacity and usage at its household waste recycling centres.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:45 PM
As part of its budget planning, the council is reviewing capacity and usage at its household waste recycling centres. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Mr Oakerbee has spent most of his career in healthcare and joins from private hospital operator Practice Plus Group. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
New director announced for Bath Clinic hospital in Combe Down
Andrew Oakerbee has taken over the management of the 46-bed Circle Health Group hospital.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Mr Oakerbee has spent most of his career in healthcare and joins from private hospital operator Practice Plus Group. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Under the proposals, charges for residents’ permits would be linked not only to emissions but also to the size of the vehicle. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Councillors are asked to consider changes to parking and permits
Smaller vehicles would receive a discount, while some larger cars and SUVs would pay an extra fee.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Under the proposals, charges for residents’ permits would be linked not only to emissions but also to the size of the vehicle. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
The judge imposed a community order under which Pottinger will be monitored for 120 days for alcohol abstinence. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Man is fitted with alcohol tag after public order offence in Bath
A community order will see Pottinger monitored for 120 days for alcohol abstinence.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The judge imposed a community order under which Pottinger will be monitored for 120 days for alcohol abstinence. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Person taken to hospital following fire at Keynsham industrial estate www.bathecho.co.uk/news/es/fire...
Fire crews fight significant blaze at Keynsham industrial estate
Roads surrounding the site have been closed off, and multiple emergency services are at the scene.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:59 AM
Person taken to hospital following fire at Keynsham industrial estate www.bathecho.co.uk/news/es/fire...
Palace Yard Mews is closed from its junction with the A4 Charlotte Street junction southwards to No. 9. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Motorists being warned of 10 weeks of traffic delays in city centre
The work on Charlotte Street involves replacing paving slabs, and will take around 10 weeks.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Palace Yard Mews is closed from its junction with the A4 Charlotte Street junction southwards to No. 9. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The Grade II* listed building in the city centre has been vacant since 2019 when the RNHRD relocated to Combe Park. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Developer ‘remains committed’ to turning old Min into new hotel
The Grade II* listed hospital building in the city centre has been vacant since 2019.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:45 PM
The Grade II* listed building in the city centre has been vacant since 2019 when the RNHRD relocated to Combe Park. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Ann Morgan was elected at the May 2023 local elections to represent the High Littleton ward. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Councillor quits local Lib Dem group to become an Independent
Ann Morgan was elected at the May 2023 local elections to represent the High Littleton ward.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Ann Morgan was elected at the May 2023 local elections to represent the High Littleton ward. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Magistrates heard that the alleged offences were so serious they could only be dealt with at Crown Court. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
Former Bath teacher, 91, is accused of more historic sex offences
Barker, of Limpley Stoke, was back at Bath Magistrates’ Court to face three new charges.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Magistrates heard that the alleged offences were so serious they could only be dealt with at Crown Court. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
“In the end, we are just a small yet vital part of what it takes to live well at the end of life, or after a death” www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Dorothy House launches map to connect residents with support
The map is designed to place people at the heart of care by making it easier to find information.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM
“In the end, we are just a small yet vital part of what it takes to live well at the end of life, or after a death” www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
If you're one of the hundreds who get their copy of the Echo at Morrisons each week, don't worry - we are still there!
📍Our distribution point has been moved to the kiosk at the other end of the store - we promise it's worth the extra walk.
📍Our distribution point has been moved to the kiosk at the other end of the store - we promise it's worth the extra walk.
January 19, 2026 at 11:03 AM
If you're one of the hundreds who get their copy of the Echo at Morrisons each week, don't worry - we are still there!
📍Our distribution point has been moved to the kiosk at the other end of the store - we promise it's worth the extra walk.
📍Our distribution point has been moved to the kiosk at the other end of the store - we promise it's worth the extra walk.
Families have been told that the council is negotiating a contract for the service for another five years. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
City's ‘lifeline’ Newton House respite centre saved from closure
Families have been told the council is negotiating a contract for the service for another five years.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Families have been told that the council is negotiating a contract for the service for another five years. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The Royal United Hospital in Bath was the most frequent destination for patients in need of further treatment. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Bath’s air ambulance charity records another very busy year
Mission statistics for 2025 show the charity’s crews responded to 1,159 incidents.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The Royal United Hospital in Bath was the most frequent destination for patients in need of further treatment. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Since the spring, WECA has invested £250,000 to extend and increase the frequency of Park & Ride services. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Free evening Park & Ride trips being offered to city’s visitors
From Monday 19th to Saturday 24th January, all return journeys after 5pm will be free.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Since the spring, WECA has invested £250,000 to extend and increase the frequency of Park & Ride services. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
He also faces two charges of attempting to engage in sexual communication with children under 16. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Man faces charges including possession of extreme animal porn
Randall was in possession of images and videos described as “grossly offensive”, involving horses and cows.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
He also faces two charges of attempting to engage in sexual communication with children under 16. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
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January 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM
🗞️ Our latest issue is out today! It's jam-packed with the city's top stories, what's on, views and lots more...
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The four hung a four-metre banner displaying the words ‘Don’t Crucify Creation’ from the bell tower. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/a...
Four activists set to go on trial in July following protest at Bath Abbey
The four hung a banner displaying the words ‘Don’t Crucify Creation’ from the bell tower.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:45 PM
The four hung a four-metre banner displaying the words ‘Don’t Crucify Creation’ from the bell tower. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/a...
There have been over 160 objections to the proposals to install 320 solar panels in the grounds of Rainbow Wood House. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Opinion is sharply divided over Widcombe solar scheme plans
There have been over 160 objections to the proposals to install 320 solar panels at the site.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM
There have been over 160 objections to the proposals to install 320 solar panels in the grounds of Rainbow Wood House. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
There are two charges of gross indecency against a girl, with those offences alleged to have taken place between 1999 and 2003. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/r...
Radstock man, 77, charged with historic sex offences including rapes
Bradfield also faces four charges relating to indecent assaults on a girl between 1997 and 2003.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:15 PM
There are two charges of gross indecency against a girl, with those offences alleged to have taken place between 1999 and 2003. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/r...
A road closure will be needed on the High Street between its junctions with Eastfield Avenue and Lansdown Lane. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Upcoming road closure planned for final phase of Weston gas works
The final phase of the project is scheduled to take place between 13th and 23rd February.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM
A road closure will be needed on the High Street between its junctions with Eastfield Avenue and Lansdown Lane. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...