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Sunday, April 20, 2025 badger cubs rescue orphaned care wildlife somerset road death recovery

Three orphaned badger cubs are recuperating at a Somerset wildlife center after being discovered wandering alone beside a road, days after their mother was killed by a vehicle. The young animals, estimated to be just eight to … Read More

Thursday, April 17, 2025 bath north east somerset care respite families closure council continuity support services

The future of Newton House, a crucial respite care service for families with young adults having the most complex care needs in Bath and North East Somerset, is in question as its looming closure has left parents worried … Read More

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 council cqc rating inspectors care services inexperienced dispute performance improvement

Bath and North East Somerset’s “requires improvement” rating from the Care Quality Commission has sparked a debate, with council care chiefs attributing the rating to inexperienced inspectors rather than the … Read More

Thursday, April 10, 2025 bridport bingo fundraising local hospice community support event heartwarming care

Families and friends in Bridport gathered for a heartwarming bingo night to raise funds for their local hospice, turning a fun evening into a heartfelt fundraiser. With the sound of bingo balls rolling and hot dogs being …

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 nhs doctor elderly care award emergency medicine geriatric hospital patients

Rachael Morris, a consultant at the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW), has been awarded a top prize for her exceptional contribution to the care of older people. Dr. Morris has been based at … Read More

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 health centre trowbridge urgent care minor injuries councillors retain unit

Construction is underway for a new £16 million health centre in Trowbridge, with a focus on providing urgent care for minor injuries. At a health select committee meeting on Wednesday, March 12, councillors emphasized the … Read More