Service updates

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Last updated: 3 days ago

Through-Traffic Restriction Trials update, 25 February 2026

On 30 January 2026, the council published its decision to make permanent the three, linked through-traffic restriction trials in Winifred's Lane, Gay Street and Catharine Place.

Read the decision notice and the report, which includes the outcomes of the traffic and air quality monitoring and the public consultation surveys.

This decision was called-in, and the council’s Climate Emergency and Sustainability Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel met to review it on Monday 23 February 2026. 

During the hearing, the decision to make the three trials permanent was upheld, which means it shall take effect immediately and officers are now free to implement the statutory process to make the schemes permanent.  

Read the statement on the council’s newsroom on the outcome of the hearing.

You can also subscribe to the Lower Lansdown e-newsletter for updates as soon as they're available

Last updated: 3 days ago

Public engagement outcomes now available (Chelsea Road area)

We have considered your feedback on Liveable Neighbourhood proposals for this area. See Public Engagement Outcomes and the final list of proposals for the area outlined below.

We intend to install this scheme from Monday 20 April 2026 and complete the work by mid-May.

Last updated: 6 days ago

Public engagement outcomes now available (Entry Hill)

We have considered your feedback on Liveable Neighbourhood proposals for this area. See Public Engagement Outcomes and the final list of proposals for the area outlined below.

We intend to install this scheme from mid-May 2026 and complete the work by mid-June.

Last updated: 6 days ago

Public engagement outcomes now available (Whitchurch Village and Queen Charlton)

We have considered your feedback on Liveable Neighbourhood proposals for this area. See Public Engagement Outcomes and the final list of proposals for the area outlined below.

Last updated: 6 days ago

Update on the Lyme Road ETRO trial

The one-way experimental trial for this area was cancelled in 2024. Following a re-design and formal consultation, we installed it in February 2026. It is one of several measures that will be introduced in the area to reduce congestion and improve safety for children walking and cycling to Newbridge School.

Please visit the Lyme Road and Charmouth Road Liveable Neighbourhood web page for more information.

Last updated: 1 week ago

Update on proposed changes to parking charges

This consultation closed on 7 November 2025.

A report outlining the results and recommendations from this consultation was published, and the decision taken to hold further public consultation in the coming months.

You can read our press release or the cabinet member's decision notice for more information.
 

Last updated: 1 week ago

Update on the Pulteney Estate LN area, June 2025

We will consider the outcomes of other schemes being introduced in the area to reduce congestion and improve walking and cycling infrastructure before considering whether measures proposed for this LN are required. 

• Read a statement with more details

Last updated: 2 weeks ago

Update on the London Road and Snow Hill Liveable Neighbourhood area

For the latest news on this Liveable Neighbourhood, please read the following statement by Cllr Kevin Guy, Leader of the Council.

Read Cllr Kevin Guy's open letter on the future of London Road and Snow Hill LN Area (18 February 2025)

Our intention was to engage the community on preliminary designs for this area in spring 2025. The measures to be included in the design were summarised at a high level in the final business case (FBC) for the programme including a bus gate on Camden Road, a series of one-ways, and a through-traffic restriction to help reduce traffic volumes in residential areas.

Following the statement by Cllr Kevin Guy, we will not progress these plans. For background on the FBC, please read the press release from 12 October 2024. 

Last updated: 3 weeks ago

Somer Valley Links consultation report published

We have now published the consultation report for the Somer Valley Links consultation that closed in March 2025. Read the report.

Last updated: 3 weeks ago

Pest Control service update

Due to unforeseen resource challenges, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend all domestic and commercial pest control treatments until Tuesday 31 March 2026. We will continue to monitor and review the situation.

During this period, if you require a pest control service, we recommend using a provider listed on the Buy with Confidence website, which is a national register of Trading Standards approved businesses.

We value your custom and would like to say thank you for your understanding during this difficult period. You will find updates on our Pest Control pages, or you can call Council Connect on 01225 394041.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

The Pest Control Team

Last updated: 1 month ago

Lyme Road consultation update, February 2026

We have published the outcome of the formal Traffic Regulation Order (TRO 25 061) consultation held in December on the proposed School Street and one-way system.

After reviewing the consultation feedback and earlier community engagement, we have decided to proceed with the proposed measures in the interest of safety for all road users.

The one-way system will be installed on 19 February 2026, and we have written to residents and the school directly with details. The School Street will follow in May 2026, with the continuous crossings installed during the summer.

This page will be updated with further information and next steps in due course.

Read the decision notice, including responses to the feedback received (Report 5a, attached to the decision notice).

To stay informed, please subscribe to our e-newsletter.
 

Last updated: 1 month ago

Through-Traffic Restriction Trials update, January 2026

On Friday 30 January 2026, the council published its decision to make permanent the three, linked through-traffic restriction trials in Winifred's Lane, Gay Street and Catharine Place.

This decision is subject to a five-day call-in period.

Read the decision notice and the report, which includes the outcomes of the traffic and air quality monitoring and the public consultation surveys.

You can also subscribe to the Lower Lansdown e-newsletter for updates as soon as they're available

Last updated: 1 month ago

Updated vehicle dimensions

Please note we are currently in process of updating the guidance which will include updated dimensions of electric refuse collection vehicles which will be in use from October 2026.

Please contact WastePlanning@bathnes.gov.uk if you need the new vehicle dimensions for swept path analysis. 

Last updated: 2 months ago

Lyme Road, Lyme Gardens and Charmouth Road area consultation update

A public consultation on the proposals for this area has now closed and we are reviewing the results.

The responses to the consultation will be summarised in a report to the deciding officer before a final decision is made on whether to install the scheme later this year.

To stay informed, please subscribe to our e-newsletter.

Last updated: 2 months ago

Through-Traffic Restriction Trials update

On Friday 19 December we published the Single Member Decision report on the outcomes of the Lower Lansdown and The Circus through-traffic restriction trials.

Councillors are currently reviewing the report, which includes the outcomes of traffic and air quality monitoring and the public consultation surveys.

Their decision on the future of these trials is expected early in the New Year.

• Read the Single Member Decision report
• Read the press release (19 December 2025)

You can subscribe to the Lower Lansdown e-newsletter for updates as soon as they're available.

Last updated: 2 months ago

RPZ consultation update

This informal consultation is now closed, and we will publish a report on the outcomes in the new year. The feedback we received will be used to make any necessary changes to the proposed design, and to inform a decision on progressing to a formal, statutory consultation on final, detailed designs in Spring 2026. 

To receive email updates on this RPZ proposal straight to your inbox - including any updates on the 2026 tariffs - please subscribe to our newsletter. 

Last updated: 4 months ago

Recycle aerosol cans

Empty hairspray, deodorant, shaving foam or polish cans can be recycled. Check that the container is empty and place in your green recycling container alongside household plastics and cans. If your aerosols are not empty, take them to your local Recycling Centre. Never squash or pierce aerosol cans. Find out more at Recycle Aluminium.

Last updated: 4 months ago

Business Rate online account log-in changes

Over the coming months, you may notice some changes when logging into your online account. These updates are part of ongoing improvements to enhance access and security.

You can still use your existing login details, but once entered, you’ll be prompted to enter a verification code which will be sent to the email address you have registered. This extra step is designed to provide additional protection for your account.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to improve your online experience.

Last updated: 4 months ago

Green Heritage Homes project survey

We are working in partnership with Bath and West Community Energy to launch an offer for joint energy surveys in Autumn 2025, as part of the Green Heritage Homes project. These surveys will provide retrofit advice for listed buildings from both a heritage and a technical energy perspective. 

Surveys will include a shared home visit from a Council Conservation Officer, providing Service Level 0 pre-app advice, and a BWCE assessor, providing one of BWCE’s energy surveys.  

Surveys can be booked via the BWCE website and are eligible for Retrofit West discount vouchers. This joint survey service cannot be booked through B&NES Council.

Last updated: 5 months ago

Through-traffic restriction made permanent under TRO

A decision has now been reached to make the New Sydney Place and Sydney Road through-traffic restriction permanent under Traffic Regulation Order 25-012. 

To read the decision notice and the reports summarising the outcomes of the statutory 21-day public TRO consultation, please view the legal notices. You can also read a press release.

Last updated: 7 months ago

Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links consultation report

The public consultation report for the Bath Walking, Wheeling, and Cycling Links scheme has now been published.

Click here to read the report.

Last updated: 8 months ago

Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links update

The consultation report is being finalised and reviewed. It will now be published in July. It will include answers to the questions previously raised through Cabinet, as an appendix.

Ahead of the publication, we would like to share some initial highlights and summaries from the report. There was support for the some proposals with 66% of responses strongly supporting or supporting the City Centre to Kennet & Avon Canal route and more than half were in favour of the Royal United Hospital links route. Feedback demonstrated agreement that some of the routes would lead to a shift toward active modes, with disagreement on this point on others. We also received suggested additional/alternative walking and cycling improvements to improve the schemes.

Respondents believed the removal of parking spaces needs to be revisited and the proposals are not fully inclusive. In addition, some respondents said there would be an adverse impact on those who are dependent on cars and public transport. Within the Links to Royal United Hospital survey, respondents raised the effect of the proposals on the Royal United Hospital and other medical facilities.

Finally, a suggestion across all surveys was the need for improved public transport services, as well as suggesting infrastructure improvements to reduce traffic speeds.

This feedback received is key to supporting the development of Bath Walking, Wheeling, and Cycling Links. We encourage the community to sign up to alerts to stay updated throughout the project. Upcoming alerts will outline the project's development timeline and its next steps.

Sign up to alerts to stay updated on the project.

Updated 20 June 2025.

Last updated: 8 months ago

Changes to our Local Plan

In light of national Planning policy changes and the publication of a new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in December 2024, we reset our approach to our Local Plan in February 2025.

Last updated: 1 year ago

Replacement wheeled black bins

From Monday 1 April 2024, you will need to pay £22.40 for a replacement wheelie bin for your rubbish if it is lost or stolen.

Please note that the charge for replacement wheeled black bins was agreed in our 2022/23 budget to help offset the purchase and delivery costs associated with providing a replacement bin.