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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1h

🚗🔧 Time for an MOT?
Get fast, reliable service at the B&NES MOT Centre in Keynsham
✅ Competitive pricing
✅ Easy online booking
✅ Trusted local team
📍 Book now: www.bathnes.gov.uk/parking-...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1h

Family Link care is providing short breaks for children with disabilities. As it’s not full time, you are still able to work if you’d like to. Find out more information by visiting our website fostering.bathnes.gov.uk, or calling 01225 394949.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 19h

Take advantage of expert advice for a fraction of the cost. Don't miss out, find out more & claim your discount now.

www.retrofitwestadvice.co.u...

#EnergyEfficiency #RetrofitWest

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 20h

We have launched our decade-long transport strategy for Bath today. Have your say and let us know what you think of our proposals.

More information about the Movement Strategy for Bath here: newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

➡️ Consultation website: www.banestransport.co.uk

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 22h

B&NES residents interested in having a heat pump assessment of their property for £30 can take part in this free to enter draw.

homeowners.retrofitwest.co....

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 22h

You can view all roadworks on one.network to help you plan journeys ahead of time 👍

You can see works descriptions, dates, diversion routes and more.

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 23h

Join the millions taking one small action to make a big difference.

Be part of Recycle Electric's #GreatCableChallenge and recycle your old cables, giving them a new lease of life.

Find out more about the challenge👉 bit.ly/3XtGOi4

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 23h

Disability hate crime is real, and often goes unreported. If you see or experience it, speak up.
Report it to Avon & Somerset Police.

#NationalHCAW #NoPlaceForHate

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 23h

Need a trustworthy trader to fix your car, insulate your loft or carry out home maintenance?
Search Buy with Confidence, a database of local businesses approved by our Trading Standards team.
Put in your postcode and select the business you need www.buywithconfidence.gov.u...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

95% of ex-smokers see positive changes in their life as early as 2 weeks after quitting. Halfway there, you are incredible 🙌

Remember, if you need our support, reach out to our local stop smoking service. Freephone 0300 247 0050 or email [email protected].

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

Own a listed building? We offer a Level 0 pre-application service for homeowners wanting to improve the energy efficiency of their listed building. Discuss options & get advice from a conservation officer.

Find out more: www.bathnes.gov.uk/pre-appl...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

Has Sober October got you thinking about your drinking habits?

If you feel you could benefit from cutting down your alcohol use, help is available.

📞 01225 342052

💻https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/bath-north-east-somerset

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 1d

This #NationalHCAW, we stand against disability hate crime. Everyone deserves to live free from fear and discrimination.
Let’s raise awareness, challenge stigma, and promote inclusion.
#SafePlaceForAll

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Own a listed building?

8 short videos from Green Heritage Homes on how you can make your listed building more efficient while protecting heritage value.

Watch the videos here: www.bwce.homeenergy.coop/gr...

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Every year, we check the electoral register is up to date so that everyone who has the right to vote in upcoming elections can have their say.

We’ll be sending emails and letters soon, asking you to check your details. Just follow the steps on the letter/email.

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Booking is now open for your free NHS flu vaccination.

Check if you’re eligible and book online www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations or via the NHS App for appointments from 1 October.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Drop in and share your views about Bath's local services with the council and our partners at our Community Conversation at the 3SG Volunteer Fair:
📅Friday 17 Oct, 11am to 3pm, at the Apex Hotel, James St West, Bath.
www.bathnes.gov.uk/bath-com...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Want to reduce your bills, insulate your home or add energy efficiency measures?
You can get free advice from trained energy experts at the CSE pop-up.
Outside Bath Central Library, upstairs in the Podium, first Thursday of the month 11am to 2pm.
www.cse.org.uk/my-home/how-...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 2d

Please be mindful of others visiting their loved ones in our cemeteries. Dogs running free can be frightening for some people.

Keep your dog on a lead at all times in our grounds.
newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/new...

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

Skills requirements are always changing, and it can be hard to keep on top.

With Skills Connect, it’s easy to stay ahead of the curve and thrive in your role.

Search the site sbee.link/knuaqfh3xp for the latest info on jobs and training and free career support.

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

Looking to improve the energy efficiency of your property?

Retrofit West offers a free retrofit plan builder tool: retrofit-west-advice.planbu...

And an advice line: call 0800 038 6733 or email [email protected].

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

We’ve added new fencing, steps and gates to improve accessibility on this steep footpath through popular nature reserve Burledge Hill and improved its surface and drainage.

See the difference it’s made!

Watch how our inspectors monitor our 932km PROW network daily:
youtu.be/7K1W1JUyOX8?si=Qm-...

A section of footpath through popular nature reserve Burledge Hill post-works.

A section of footpath through popular nature reserve Burledge Hill pre-works.

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Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

You can report a problem with a street, park or green space to us directly with FixMyStreet.

We’ve fixed hundreds of issues in the last month.

👉 fix.bathnes.gov.uk

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

B&NES residents interested in having a heat pump assessment of their property for £30 can take part in this free to enter draw.

homeowners.retrofitwest.co....

Bath & North East Somerset Council @bathnes.bsky.social · 3d

A Home Energy Efficiency Plan (HEEP) helps you understand how you could reduce your household energy consumption and save money on your bills.

Save 70% off a HEEP assessment of your home with a Retrofit West voucher.

More information: www.retrofitwest.co.uk/vouc...

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