Calls to Save £174k by Not Replacing Bath and North East Somerset CEO Monday, July 28, 2025 ceo bathnes localgovernment costcutting leadership retirement council finance bureaucracy politics Bath and North East Somerset Council faces a decision on whether to replace its chief executive officer, Will Godfrey, who is stepping down next year after six years at the helm. Godfrey, currently earning £174,199 annually, … Read More
What You Can Do When Seagulls Become a Nuisance Monday, July 28, 2025 seagulls bath wildlife conservation herringgulls urbanwildlife legalprotection nuisance council wildlifecrime Seagulls have long been a source of frustration for residents and visitors in Bath, with many experiencing aggressive behavior and sleepless nights caused by the birds. Recent reports of a man violently attacking baby gulls … Read More
Hutton Hill Road Reopens After 17-Month Closure Due to Wall Collapse Saturday, July 26, 2025 hutton closure reopening wallcollapse northsomerset roadsafety repairs traffic infrastructure council Hutton Hill Road in Hutton has officially reopened after being closed for 17 months since February 2024. The closure was necessary after a private wall collapsed, posing a serious safety risk to residents and road users. … Read More
Dispute Erupts Over Saltford Railway Station Campaign History Saturday, July 26, 2025 saltford railway station council campaign progress politics history reopening community The campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station is gaining momentum like never before, but recent council discussions have sparked a heated dispute over who deserves credit for the progress. Chris Warren, a Saltford … Read More
‘Feral’ Youths in Somerset Challenge Effectiveness of Youth Justice Plan Friday, July 25, 2025 youthjustice antisocialbehaviour somerset council prevention rehabilitation victims crime community police A recent debate at Bath and North East Somerset Council has highlighted deep divisions over how best to address youth anti-social behaviour. The council’s proposed youth justice plan, which adopts a “child first” approach … Read More
Lovehoney’s Bath Warehouse Set for Expansion Amid Local Approval Friday, July 25, 2025 lovehoney bath warehouse expansion council planning sustainability noise employment retail Lovehoney, the well-known sex toy retailer, is set to expand its warehouse in Bath following the approval of extension plans by the Bath and North East Somerset Council. On Wednesday, July 16, the council gave the go-ahead … Read More