We are responding to ongoing disruption following heavy rainfall and extreme heat from 23 June. While we are working to keep services running, the safety of our staff is our priority.

Our frontline crews will continue essential work with regular breaks and access to water. Some disruption may happen where this cannot be avoided. Thank you for your understanding.

Check for service disruptions

Keep up to date with the latest changes to council services.

View service disruption updates

Waste and recycling collections

Collections will start earlier during the heatwave.

  • Put bins, boxes and bags out by 6am
  • Or put them out after 8pm the night before

 Check for waste collection problems 

Schools and education

Contact your child’s school directly for information about closures.

Find out about unscheduled school closures 

Roads and flooding

Ralph Allen Drive remains closed while repairs are carried out.

Report flooding or drainage problems 

Stay safe in hot weather

Follow national guidance to keep yourself and others safe. Read the 'Beat the Heat' advice

Cool spaces

Cool Spaces are available across Bath and North East Somerset if you need relief from the heat.

Find a Cool Space near you

Water and beach safety

It is important to stay safe around water during this heatwave.

Check bathing water quality

Follow safety advice near water Avon Fire & Rescue water safety guidance

Support if you need it

The Community Wellbeing Hub can provide support and welfare checks for residents who need extra help.

Contact the Community Wellbeing Hub

Contact us

For general enquiries, call Council Connect on 01225 39 40 41.