I Live in Overcrowded Bath but Love Tourists — And So Should You Wednesday, May 7, 2025 tourism bath travel local economy housing airbnb heritage community visitors Tourists—those adventurous souls who leave their hometowns to explore the world, satisfy their curiosity, broaden their horizons, and immerse themselves in new experiences—are often met with mixed feelings. For many locals, … Read More
The Challenges and Benefits of Tourism in Bath, UK Monday, May 5, 2025 bath tourism overcrowded tourist tax unesco heritage airbnb housing economy infrastructure Bath, with just under 100,000 residents, has gained notoriety as the most overcrowded city in the UK due to the influx of tourists. Renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history, Bath’s status as a UNESCO … Read More
Managing Tourism in Bath: Challenges and Opportunities Monday, May 5, 2025 bath tourism overcrowding challenges tourist tax airbnb residents heritage economy sustainability Bath, with a population just shy of 100,000, has been revealed as the most overcrowded UK city with tourists. Known globally for its stunning architecture, universities, and rich history, Bath is unique in being the only city … Read More
Local Businesses and Residents Oppose Closure of M5 Link Road Thursday, April 24, 2025 somerset council business residents road closure funding community infrastructure economy Residents and business owners in Somerset are urging the local council to reconsider its plans to close an M5 link road for three months, fearing the devastating impact it may have on local businesses. The £5.7m revamp of … Read More
Easter Traffic Warning: Millions Set to Hit the Road Thursday, April 17, 2025 easter traffic drivers congestion delays travel holidays maintenance operations economy Drivers are being warned to brace for long queues over the Easter weekend, as 19.1 million people are expected to travel on Good Friday, leading to significant traffic. The AA anticipates a 15% increase in bank holiday … Read More
New Gigafactory Substation in Somerset Faces Delay Until Late 2028 Thursday, April 17, 2025 somerset gigafactory substation power national grid construction development connectivity economy jobs Somerset’s much-anticipated £4bn ‘gigafactory’ is facing a delay in the operation of its new substation, with the facility not expected to be fully operational until the end of 2028. The initial phase of the … Read More