Bath

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 riveravon bath boatremoval mooring watersafety pollution bettermoorings stratemarine pulteneyweir environment

Five sunken and abandoned boats have been removed from the River Avon near Pulteney Weir in Bath following concerns over safety hazards and pollution risks. The operation was led by Bath & North East Somerset Council as … Read More

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 emergency bath trains transport incident suspension safety disruption commuters railway

An emergency incident in Bath has forced the suspension of all train services in the area. Authorities responded quickly to the situation, prioritizing passenger safety. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes and …

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 care home ve day fundraiser dementia bath

At Ivybank House Care Home, history wasn’t left in the past. This year’s VE Day celebration saw residents whisked away to 1945 with an atmospheric blend of gigs, gastronomy, and genuine nostalgia that had everyone reminiscing … Read More

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 labour council paycuts unison pensions employment wages bath b&nes tradeunions

The Labour opposition on Bath and North East Somerset Council has expressed strong surprise that a critical decision regarding pay cuts for 106 council workers is being delegated to a committee of just three councillors. … Read More

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 pay protection council salaries bath employees unison equalpay consultation employment

Bath and North East Somerset Council is proposing salary reductions for several job roles, but its new “pay protection” policy aims to ensure employees do not experience an actual decrease in pay for at least three years. On … Read More

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 council pay paycut payprotection bath employees unison it equality employment

Council workers in Bath and North East Somerset are feeling undervalued and anxious as a proposed new pay structure threatens pay reductions for over a hundred roles, despite the council’s assurance that no employee’s salary … Read More