Plans Launched for Traffic Restrictions on 'School Streets' in Bath Monday, February 9, 2026 schoolstreets safety traffic children bath transport restrictions roads consultation permit Bath and North East Somerset Council is consulting on plans to restrict traffic on three streets near local schools during peak times, aiming to enhance safety for schoolchildren. The proposed ‘school streets’ … Read More
LIVE: Urgent 999 Search Underway for Missing Boys Possibly Traveled to Bristol Monday, February 2, 2026 missing missingboys search emergency bristol police urgent disappearance children safety Authorities have launched an urgent 999 search following the disappearance of two boys who were last seen last week. Concern is mounting as they may have traveled to Bristol, prompting a coordinated response from police and … Read More
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 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