Safety

Saturday, July 4, 2026 lifeguards somerset beaches summer safety swimming patrol emergency coast season

Starting today, lifeguards will be on duty at beaches across Somerset, ensuring the safety of visitors throughout what promises to be a busy summer season. With increased beachgoers expected, the presence of trained …

Saturday, July 4, 2026 bath speedlimit campaign safety transport traffic pollution pedestrians council urbanplanning

Campaigners are pushing for Bath to become England’s first city to enforce a full 20mph speed limit throughout its streets. The city has already taken significant strides, with the 20mph limit set to cover the entire north … Read More

Saturday, July 4, 2026 bath speed 20mph safety transport community pollution cycling pedestrians council

Campaigners in Bath are pushing for the city to become the first in England to implement a comprehensive 20mph speed limit across all its roads. Bath has been a pioneer in introducing lower speed limits, with the northern … Read More

Friday, July 3, 2026 bath police arrest rape investigation child assault odddown crime safety

A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of rape after an 11-year-old girl was attacked near a playground in Bath. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed the arrest, which took place on Thursday, July 2, following an … Read More

Friday, July 3, 2026 bath assault arrest police rape investigation playground odddown crime safety

Avon and Somerset Police have arrested a man in his 40s on suspicion of rape after an 11-year-old girl was attacked near a playground in Bath. The arrest, made on Thursday, July 2, follows a week-long investigation that began … Read More

Friday, July 3, 2026 tanning health safety unregulated melanotan nasal illegal sideeffects dependency cancer

A GP has sounded the alarm on a popular but illegal tanning method in the UK that could have harmful consequences. Trading Standards have highlighted that nasal tanning sprays, widely advertised as a quick way to achieve a … Read More