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The first week of January is traditionally a time of significantly increased demand across health and care services. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Locals urged to support health services during busiest week of year
The first week of January is traditionally a time of significantly increased demand for services.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:45 PM
The first week of January is traditionally a time of significantly increased demand across health and care services. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Officers said the HMO will have a good standard of accommodation and “generous” outdoor space. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Ongoing concerns about HMOs in Twerton as latest one is approved
Six objectors had raised concerns about parking, noise and the loss of family homes.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Officers said the HMO will have a good standard of accommodation and “generous” outdoor space. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
District Judge Lynne Matthews revoked the order and resentenced Nash for the offences for which it had been first imposed. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Man awaiting amputation given 64-week suspended prison sentence
Bath Magistrates’ Court heard that Daniel Nash cultivated four plants at his home.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:15 PM
District Judge Lynne Matthews revoked the order and resentenced Nash for the offences for which it had been first imposed. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
The council says there have been problems with uncontrolled dogs in the cemeteries it owns. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Council set to ban off-lead dogs in its cemeteries following incidents
The council says there have been problems with uncontrolled dogs in the cemeteries it owns.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The council says there have been problems with uncontrolled dogs in the cemeteries it owns. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Temporary traffic lights are being installed on Brassknocker Hill and will be manually controlled between 7am and 7.30pm. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Emergency roadworks set to begin for water leak on Brassknocker Hill
Wessex Water is carrying out urgent work on a damaged main near the bottom of Brassknocker Hill.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Temporary traffic lights are being installed on Brassknocker Hill and will be manually controlled between 7am and 7.30pm. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
A prayer vigil is being planned outside the court on Wednesday, when the four are due to appear. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
Four people due in court this week following protest at Bath Abbey
Christian Climate Action said four people are due to appear before Bath magistrates.
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January 5, 2026 at 2:45 PM
A prayer vigil is being planned outside the court on Wednesday, when the four are due to appear. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
Aiming to replace phone kiosks, Street Hubs offer free wi-fi, free UK calls, USB charging and an emergency services button. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Application submitted to install BT Street Hub on city centre pavement
BT submitted a similar application for a Street Hub in Southgate Place in the city centre in 2023.
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January 5, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Aiming to replace phone kiosks, Street Hubs offer free wi-fi, free UK calls, USB charging and an emergency services button. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The mother-of-three has been battling a drug problem but had been clean for two months, the court heard. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
Drama as defendant collapses in Bath court during her sentencing
The mother-of-three has been battling a drug problem but had been clean for two months.
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January 5, 2026 at 2:15 PM
The mother-of-three has been battling a drug problem but had been clean for two months, the court heard. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
Throughout Christmas, Frankie used live music to bring comfort and connection to patients and staff. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Festive cheer for patients thanks to hospital’s Musician in Residence
Frankie uses live music to bring comfort and connection to patients and staff.
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January 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Throughout Christmas, Frankie used live music to bring comfort and connection to patients and staff. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Under the proposals, the new Twerton neighbourhood health centre would open 12 hours a day, six days a week. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Bath MP launches campaign for dedicated health centre in Twerton
The proposed Twerton neighbourhood health centre would open 12 hours a day, six days a week.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Under the proposals, the new Twerton neighbourhood health centre would open 12 hours a day, six days a week. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
The CQC survey, carried out annually, asks people who have recently used maternity services about their experiences of care. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Bath hospital’s maternity team praised in latest CQC feedback survey
Those who gave birth at the RUH in 2025 rated the hospital better or much better than most trusts.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The CQC survey, carried out annually, asks people who have recently used maternity services about their experiences of care. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
The site is east of Odd Down Park & Ride and west of Phase 1 of the Sulis Down development of 171 homes. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
New allotments at Sulis Down are refused after ‘Vicar of Dibley’ debate
Planning officers had been recommending approval of an allotment area totalling 1,180 square metres.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:15 PM
The site is east of Odd Down Park & Ride and west of Phase 1 of the Sulis Down development of 171 homes. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
“We are looking forward to seeing the phone box fully conserved with fresh paint and new glass" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Bath Preservation Trust purchases historic K6 phone box for just £1
The charity has taken ownership of the classic kiosk, which stands near Gravel Walk.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
“We are looking forward to seeing the phone box fully conserved with fresh paint and new glass" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
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January 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
🗞️ Our first issue of 2026 is out today! Stay up-to-date with the latest stories, see what's on and lots more.
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We'd like to wish all of our readers, advertisers and supporters a very Happy New Year!
All the best for 2026 - we are looking forward to the year ahead.
All the best for 2026 - we are looking forward to the year ahead.
January 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM
We'd like to wish all of our readers, advertisers and supporters a very Happy New Year!
All the best for 2026 - we are looking forward to the year ahead.
All the best for 2026 - we are looking forward to the year ahead.
A white Renault Master van is reported to have collided with slow-moving traffic, leaving a woman seriously injured. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/a...
Appeal launched after woman seriously injured in collision on M4
The collision happened on the eastbound carriageway on Sunday 30th November.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A white Renault Master van is reported to have collided with slow-moving traffic, leaving a woman seriously injured. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/a...
“Checking in on those who are more vulnerable in your life over the next few days could potentially save their life" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
Health warning issued for residents as temperatures continue to drop
Health leaders say the cold snap poses risks for older people and those with pre-existing health conditions.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:45 PM
“Checking in on those who are more vulnerable in your life over the next few days could potentially save their life" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...
District Judge Matthews told Cook that when children see domestic violence, it is repeated down the line. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Man jailed as Bath judge resentences him for punching his partner
Cook had missed some appointments and not complied with the requirements of his alcohol tag.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
District Judge Matthews told Cook that when children see domestic violence, it is repeated down the line. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Mr Drewett succeeds Mr Allen, who has served as Vice Lord-Lieutenant for the past three years. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Robert Drewett appointed as new Vice Lord-Lieutenant for Somerset
Mr Drewett has been appointed to the position after two decades as a Deputy Lieutenant.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Mr Drewett succeeds Mr Allen, who has served as Vice Lord-Lieutenant for the past three years. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The old bridge was demolished in March 2025 and the new bridge is due to open in early 2026. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Overnight closures of M4 between Bath and Bristol for bridge works
The closure is needed so that work can be carried out on the sides of the new bridge.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The old bridge was demolished in March 2025 and the new bridge is due to open in early 2026. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
If Arundell cannot or refuses to pay, he will face a further eight years in prison. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/l...
Lansdown fraudster is ordered to pay back more than £4 million
Jeff Arundell, of Sion Hill, was jailed for six-and-a-half years in October 2023.
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December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
If Arundell cannot or refuses to pay, he will face a further eight years in prison. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/l...
The works will be carried out by local craftspeople specialising in working with Bath stone. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Permission sought to repair historic canal bridge after major collision
The Grade II listed bridge dates from around 1800 and is attributed to engineer John Rennie.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The works will be carried out by local craftspeople specialising in working with Bath stone. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Badman was not charged with anything as a result of his stay in custody, other than the damage to the pillow. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
25-year-old man appears in Bath court twice in just three days
Ben Badman pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage while locked up at Keynsham Police Centre.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Badman was not charged with anything as a result of his stay in custody, other than the damage to the pillow. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Donations are used to stock the BHF shop in Bath, with sales helping to fund life-saving research into cardiovascular disease. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Student donations help raise over £1m for British Heart Foundation
The landmark total has been reached through the annual Student Moving Out Campaign.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Donations are used to stock the BHF shop in Bath, with sales helping to fund life-saving research into cardiovascular disease. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
A warrant of control authorises enforcement agents to take the necessary steps to recover fines imposed by the court. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Bath magistrates issue warrant of control over firm’s £1,520 debt
Bath Cleaning Services Ltd was fined £1,000 for not identifying the driver of a vehicle.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
A warrant of control authorises enforcement agents to take the necessary steps to recover fines imposed by the court. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...