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Careers conference puts inclusive work experience at the heart of tackling youth unemployment

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Careers leaders from educational establishments across the region came together this month to explore how high-quality, inclusive work experience can help tackle employment challenges facing young people across the region. The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority’s eighth annual Careers Conference brought together over 120 careers professionals from schools, colleges, special educational needs (SEND) schools and…

Contractor appointed as work starts on much-needed supported housing scheme

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Work on high-quality homes in Bath which will enable adults with learning disabilities to live independently has taken a major step forward. Bath & North East Somerset Council is delivering much-needed supported housing and has appointed a contractor and the start of initial ground works on the site in Englishcombe Lane. The milestone signals the…

B&NES Council joins region-wide pledge to help River Avon thrive

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

Bath & North East Somerset Council has signed up to a landmark charter that puts the future health of the River Avon at the heart of decision-making across the region. The Avon Bioregion Charter for Rights brings together councils, environmental organisations, academics and community groups in a shared commitment to protect one of the South…

PM and Mayor visit Bath depot

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

In his first visit since becoming Prime Minister, this morning Andy Burnham joined the West of England’s Mayor at the First Bus depot in Bath. Welcomingthe £2 bus fare cap announced today, Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, said: “It was brilliant to welcome our new Prime Minister to Bath so early in…

Meet Your Councillor in Peasedown St John at Monthly Advice Surgery

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago01 mins

One of Peasedown St John’s Bath & North East Somerset Councillors, Karen Walker (Independent), will be holding her next Advice Surgery on Saturday 1st August, at Peasedown St John Community Library, located in The Hive Community Centre. It will be an opportunity for residents to discuss issues and any concerns they have about the community. No appointment…

New traffic and safety improvements coming to Peasedown St John

Radstocktimes3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

A Peasedown St John Councillor’s campaign to see traffic and safety improvements installed in a busy street in her village has paid off. Senior Independent Councillor, Cllr Karen Walker, has been lobbying local and central government for several years for much needed funding for Ashgrove – a busy thoroughfare in her community. Cllr Karen Walker…

Partial Campaign Success: New bus service for Radstock Road

Radstocktimes4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Residents living along a well-used and busy road connecting Midsomer Norton with Radstock, Peasedown St John and Bath have welcomed the news that a new bus service is being introduced in their street. Radstock Road, which sits on the A362, is one of the busiest commuter routes around the district with thousands of vehicles travelling…

New ‘Buddy Bench’ helps create friendships at Peasedown St John Primary School

Radstocktimes4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

A ‘buddy bench’ has been designed and created at Peasedown St John Primary School as part of a new initiative to help create new friendships. The project was a collaboration between the school’s Eco Team and Pupil Voice Team. School Headteacher, Ruth Noall, explains: “Our Eco Team, led by Sarah Pitt, joined forces with our…

RUH’s first prostate cancer patient to be treated with new precision radiotherapy says it’s‘the NHS at its best’

Radstocktimes4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

A new high-powered precision radiotherapy treatment for prostate cancer is now being offered to patients at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR) is available to eligible men with low and intermediate-risk localised prostate cancer. The treatment uses advanced imaging and treatment planning techniques to deliver radiation to the prostate…

Could you help shape the future of SWAN? Local charity seeks new trustees

Radstocktimes4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

SWAN, the Radstock based charity supporting people across BANES with community focussed services, is looking for new Trustees to help guide its future. For over 40 years, SWAN has been helping local people stay connected to their communities. From providing accessible transport for people who would otherwise struggle to keep their independence, to tackling food…