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Bath

Innovative Robotic Surgery Transforms Knee Replacements in Bath

Dr. Neil Bradbury, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Sulis Hospital Bath, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing his 1,000th Mako robotic-assisted knee replacement. This accomplishment highlights …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Somerset

Long Wait for GP Appointments in Somerset Revealed

New NHS data reveals that patients in Somerset are facing significant waiting times for GP appointments, with around one in every 12 appointments in March taking place more than 28 days after booking. This proportion is among …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Severn

Severn Tidal Lagoon Proposal Gains Support

The Severn Estuary Commission has recommended a pioneering plan for a tidal range lagoon that harnesses the immense tidal range to generate predictable, low-carbon electricity. If realized, this project could help fulfill the …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Taunton

Traffic Signal Upgrades to Cause Delays in Taunton

Motorists in Taunton will face delays over the coming months as the town’s key traffic signals are set to undergo upgrades. The Somerset Council’s bus service improvement plan is driving the changes in a bid to improve bus …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Ai

Council Invests £65k in AI for Efficiency

To bolster efficiency and save costs, Bath and North East Somerset Council is considering implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to handle various tasks. The council’s aim is to potentially save an additional £6.2m through …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Somerset

New Council Homes in West Somerset

West Somerset Council is nearing completion of the first council homes in over 30 years. The development at Rainbow Way in Minehead is set to offer 54 homes, comprising a mix of 33 flats and 21 houses. A special Open House …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read