Bath MP Urges Emergency VAT Cut to Save Local Businesses Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis Friday, November 14, 2025 vat hospitality costofliving bath businesses economy liberaldemocrats tax budget inflation Bath’s Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse has called for an immediate VAT cut to support struggling local businesses hammered by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. She is urging the government to reduce VAT by 5% for pubs, … Read More
Bath MP Urges Emergency VAT Cut as Local Businesses Struggle Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis Friday, November 14, 2025 vat bath hospitality costofliving smallbusiness economy liberaldemocrats taxation businessrates energybills Bath’s MP, Wera Hobhouse, has called for an emergency reduction in VAT to support local businesses severely impacted by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. The Liberal Democrat representative advocates for an immediate 5% VAT … Read More
Bath Christmas Market Builds Excitement for Its Magical 25th Anniversary Saturday, November 1, 2025 bath christmas market economy tourism traders tradition celebration jobs community Bath is gearing up for one of the most anticipated festive events of the year: the Bath Christmas Market. Opening its doors to residents on Wednesday, November 26, and welcoming the wider public from Thursday, November 27, … Read More
Bristol Airport Expansion Sparks Debate Amid Climate and Economic Concerns Wednesday, October 29, 2025 bristol airport expansion climate economy netzero aviation pollution jobs planning Bristol Airport has defended its expansion plans, describing its role as “critical” to the regional economy, amid warnings from MPs that airport growth could jeopardize the UK’s net zero climate ambitions. A recent report by … Read More
Crafty Egg to Close Redfield Restaurant and Bar Amid Rising Costs Friday, October 24, 2025 craftyegg bristol redfield hospitality closure independent restaurant bar economy community The Crafty Egg, a cherished Bristol food venue with locations in Stokes Croft and Fishponds, has announced the impending closure of its Redfield restaurant and bar on Church Road. The site, which opened its doors in October … Read More
Inside the Historic Somerset Factory Being Transformed Into Something Special Wednesday, October 22, 2025 somerset glastonbury factory transformation heritage revitalization community development economy innovation A once-forgotten factory in Somerset is undergoing an extraordinary transformation, marking a significant milestone for the Glastonbury community. This ambitious redevelopment is the largest initiative under the Glastonbury … Read More