Councillors Challenge Council Leaders as Children’s Social Worker Strike Looms Thursday, January 22, 2026 strike pay socialcare council industrialaction morale negotiation unison acas children Councillors at Bath and North East Somerset Council are pressing senior officials for answers as a strike threat grows within the children’s social care department. Last week, team managers and deputy team managers in … Read More
Community Weighs In on Which North Somerset Library to Save Amid Budget Cuts Friday, January 16, 2026 libraries northsomerset budgetcuts community publicconsultation pill winscombe worle children libraryservices Thousands of residents have voiced their opinions on which village library should be spared amid North Somerset Council’s ongoing budget cuts. In 2024, the council announced a 20% reduction in its libraries budget, aiming to … Read More
Parents' Tears of Relief as Lifeline Respite Care Service Saved Thursday, January 15, 2026 respite care bath newtonhouse carers children council health community support Parents of some of Bath’s most vulnerable young people are overjoyed as a vital respite care home, Newton House, is set to remain open following a year-long campaign. Newton House, located on the city’s outskirts, is the only … Read More
NHS Urges Parents to Follow Health Guidelines as School Term Begins Tuesday, January 6, 2026 nhs parents children school health covid-19 measles illness education hygiene As schools reopen across the UK this week, the NHS has issued important guidance to help parents decide if their child should attend school or stay home when feeling unwell. Through a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the … Read More
NHS Urges Parents to Follow Health Guidelines as School Resumes This Week Tuesday, January 6, 2026 nhs parents school health covid19 measles virus guidance children hygiene As schools reopen across the UK this week, the NHS has issued vital guidance for parents on managing their children’s health. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), health experts outlined key advice to help families … Read More
NHS Advises Parents on When to Keep Children Home as Schools Reopen Tuesday, January 6, 2026 nhs parents schools illness covid19 measles children health hygiene guidance As schools reopen this week, the NHS has released important advice to help parents decide when their child should stay home due to illness. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), health experts shared guidelines aimed at … Read More