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Bath Rugby transfer rumours latest: Superstar forward to leave, pair of locks head out on loan

Springbok star Thomas du Toit is set to return to his former club

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Driver banned from the roads for being over limit for a second time

As it was Hughes’ second drink-driving conviction within 10 years, magistrates imposed a ban of 36 months.

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£500k set to be spent on improving EV charging across the region

The funding will help residents without off-street parking to charge their electric vehicles.

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Application submitted for new building at Chew Valley School

The new building at the school includes toilets, an assembly hall, two classrooms and a storeroom.

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Star falls in love with Bath as season of plays prove great success

The last of the Ralph Fiennes Theatre Royal, Bath season of plays premiered last week in Bath

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Witness appeal launched after motorcyclist seriously injured in crash

Officers are now appealing for witnesses and those with dashcam footage of the incident.

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B&NES Council to spend £4 million on repairs to Guildhall roof

A report says the repairs are needed to preserve the Guildhall’s historic structure and ensure public safety.

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City cruise past minnows Bridgy in Francis Hillier Premier Cup

The Romans will return to Enterprise National League South action on Saturday 18th October.

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Odd Down take lead but bow out of Phillips Cup at Premier club

Treyvond Anderson put the minnows in front after 35 minutes at the Aitchison Playing Field.

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Sobering afternoon for Avon and Combe Down, Oldfield get off mark

Avon went into the game hoping to reverse their fortunes following two narrow defeats in previous weeks.

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Team Bath women’s 1s in comeback win over Clifton, men’s 1s draw

The Buccaneers will entertain Cardiff & Met 2nd XI in the league on Sunday 19th October.

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Motorcyclist rescued by off-duty paramedic who rushed to his aid

He was involved in a serious motorcycle accident near his home

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Bath riverside site transformed with views of iconic skyline

A local charity will also be using the space to continue their mission.

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Rail disruption warning for trains between Bath and Bristol

Rail replacement bus services in place on some routes, and a reduced train service on others

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Police appeal launched after man seriously assaulted in Bath

The victim sustained a broken femur following the incident which required surgery.

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Council leader to receive £19k pay boost for being WECA deputy

An independent panel has decided to pay the deputy mayor £19,300 a year.

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City centre beggar kicked pensioner who advised him to get a job

The man, who is in his late 70s, had offered the beggar some “friendly words of advice”.

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Gas upgrade work being planned in Freshford village near Bath

Wales & West Utilities is set to carry out work on the gas network in the Church Lane area.

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School is given the green light to turn historic lodge into a café

Beaconfield Lodge was built in the 19th century to serve Beaconfield House, which is now a boarding house.

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Van Graan: Bath’s philosophy is bringing out the best in players

Bath sit top of the PREM table with three bonus-point wins from three outings.