Government Forces Bath and North East Somerset to Double Housing Targets and Weaken Green Planning Rules Sunday, May 31, 2026 housing planning environment government council bath development biodiversity policy scrutiny Councillors in Bath and North East Somerset have expressed frustration after the government imposed significant changes on the council’s housing policies. With the upcoming submission of their new “local plan” — a blueprint … Read More
Bath Mother Champions Improved Miscarriage Care After Heartbreaking Losses Saturday, May 2, 2026 miscarriage pregnancy healthcare support loss nhs tommy’s mentalhealth policy maternity Bethany Hulme-Teague, a mother from Bath, has become a passionate advocate for improved miscarriage care following her deeply distressing experiences with pregnancy loss. Supporting Tommy’s charity’s new Graded Model of … Read More
DWP Expands Eligibility for Additional £110 Payments in Universal Credit Update Sunday, April 26, 2026 dwp universalcredit childpayment childpoverty benefits scotland jobseekersallowance policy familysupport income The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to enhance support for thousands of Universal Credit claimants by expanding eligibility for additional £28.20 weekly payments per child, potentially boosting family incomes by … Read More
Bath Council Faces Pressure to Abandon Net Zero Housebuilding Standards Wednesday, March 25, 2026 netzero bath sustainability planning environment housing energy carbon council policy Bath and North East Somerset Council, known for enforcing some of the country’s strictest energy efficiency standards in new housing, may soon be compelled to abandon its “net zero” building requirements. These regulations … Read More
State Pension Changes: What Workers Need to Know Tuesday, March 10, 2026 statepension pensionage retirement health employment jobmatching policy benefits legislation workplace Significant changes to the state pension system are set to take effect soon, prompting concerns among policymakers and older workers alike. Starting in April 2026, the state pension age will begin to increase from the current … Read More
State Pension Age Set to Rise: What Workers Need to Know About Upcoming Changes Tuesday, March 10, 2026 pension statepension retirement ageing policy health workplace legislation jobmatching finance As the state pension landscape shifts, policy experts are issuing important warnings about upcoming changes that will affect many workers, especially older adults. Starting in April 2026, the qualifying age for the state … Read More