Why Your New North Somerset Recycling Red Bags Are 'Literally Falling Apart at the Seams' Saturday, November 15, 2025 recycling bags northsomerset council supplier plastic metal waste deterioration environment Residents of North Somerset have reported that their new red recycling bags are losing their color and literally falling apart, prompting concern from the local council. North Somerset Council is actively engaging with its … Read More
Lib Dems Strengthen Hold with Gareth Williams’ Convincing Win in Wellington By-Election Friday, November 14, 2025 libdemocrats wellington by-election council garethwilliams reform politics localgovernment election representation In a decisive by-election held on Thursday, November 6, Gareth Williams secured a clear victory for the Liberal Democrats, capturing the Wellington South ward seat from Reform. This election was triggered by the resignation … Read More
Bath’s Public Toilets Ranked Second Dirtiest in Britain Despite Charges Friday, November 14, 2025 bath toilets public health hygiene bristol accessibility york pay-toilets waste management council Recent research has revealed a surprising and concerning fact: Bath’s public toilets are among the dirtiest in Britain. Despite 11 out of 14 public restrooms in the World Heritage city charging an entry fee, the facilities … Read More
Padel Courts Removed from Bath Sports Ground Plans Amid Noise Concerns Wednesday, November 12, 2025 padel bath sports noise planning council courts lansdown refusal recreation sport Plans to include padel courts in the major refurbishment of Odd Down Sports Ground in Bath have been dropped following concerns over noise disturbance. The initial proposal, which featured four padel courts, was rejected by … Read More
‘Worthless’ Recycling Causes £1 Million Headache for North Somerset Council Tuesday, November 11, 2025 recycling waste council budget finance plastic costs northsomerset recyclingmarket cuts North Somerset Council is grappling with a £1 million overspend on waste recycling due to falling market prices and increasing disposal costs. Unlike black bin rubbish, recycling materials typically generate income for the … Read More
Market Fluctuations Create £1m Recycling Deficit for North Somerset Council Tuesday, November 11, 2025 recycling budget northsomerset waste plastics council costs haulage socialcare finance North Somerset Council faces a “deeply depressing” £1 million overspend in its waste recycling budget due to unstable recycling markets and rising costs. While councils typically generate income by selling … Read More