Student moving on letter to residents

Dear Residents,

 

As you may be aware, each year, we run a Student Moving Out Campaign from April to July. Our aim is to provide useful information for students leaving rental properties and to encourage them to donate and recycle as much as possible to minimise the potential impact for landfill. We will be partnering with the British Heart Foundation for their ‘Pack for Good’ Campaign again this year to provide additional resource for donations whilst raising funds to support this charity.

 

Throughout the twelve years of this partnership £923,527 has been raised by students in Bath and 534.6 tonnes has been diverted from landfill. The funds raised go towards the provision of Heart Start Schemes, defibrillators, free Heart Health resources, CPR training, supporting the BHF Retail shops and research grants. In 2024 the total Bath Campaign raised over £95,250 for BHF, diverting 50.9 tonnes of material for reuse and recycling. 

 

This year will see the return of the temporary British Heart Foundation donation banks in fifteen locations across Bath to encourage students to donate any unwanted clothing and shoes when they are having a clear out before leaving their properties for the summer. Residents are also welcome to use these street banks. The donations to these banks last year raised £61,230 for BHF, saving 32.67 tonnes from landfill and so saving B&NES just under £36k in waste and recycling costs.

 

The locations are:

1.     Claude Avenue / Bridge Road, Southdown (BA2 1AA by the small outbuilding, not by the bus stop) 

2.     The Sandpits on Monksdale Road, Moorlands (BA2 2JB)

3.     Oldfield Lane, Oldfield Park (BA2 3LY by the school sign)

4.     Third Avenue, Oldfield Park (BA2 3NZ outside The Moorfields Pub)

5.     Shaftesbury Road, Oldfield Park (BA2 3LH outside the Co-op)

6.     Canterbury Road, Oldfield Park (BA2 3LG outside Shaftesbury Road Memorial Gardens’ fence)

7.     Junction Road, Oldfield Park (BA2 3LE)

8.     Victoria Road, Westmoreland (BA2 3QY on the grass corner of Victoria Road and Brougham Hayes)

9.     West Avenue, Westmoreland (BA2 3QE against the low wall by the street sign just before the bridge to Brook Road) 

10.   Lorne Road, Westmoreland (BA2 3BY)

11.   High Street, Twerton (BA2 1BY tucked in against the low hedge near to 158)

12.   Innox Road, Twerton (BA2 1ED)

13.   Holloway, Widcombe & Lyncombe (BA2 4PS against the wall facing as you come down from Calton Walk)

14.   Beechen Cliff Villas, Widcombe & Lyncombe (BA2 4QL tucked in by the railings)

15.   Claverton Street, Widcombe & Lyncombe (BA2 4LE)

 

The banks will be on site from late-April/early May and remain in place until the end of July 2025. Each bank will be labelled with emergency contact details and a list of the items that can and cannot be donated. BHF will clear all bags from the banks on a regular basis. The SCP will also monitor the sites to check that items are being cleared. If you have any concerns about items left at these donation banks, please do contact us.

 

Both Bath Spa University and the University of Bath are part of this campaign and have permanent BHF donation sites on their campuses and in student accommodation in the city. Private student accommodation providers are also involved. Bath College and Norland College are participating in the campaign with Bath College hosting a temporary donation bank in their carpark at the city centre site. 

Your ongoing support for the Pack for Good campaign, along with over 100 Universities and 15 Councils across the UK, is making a real difference in the fight against heart disease. If you would like to find out more about this campaign or the work the Student Community Partnership does throughout the year, please do contact us.

 

Ghika Savva

Student Community Partnership

www.scpbath.org.uk

E: scp@bath.ac.uk

T: 07814 285710

Twerton and Whiteway Planning Applications - w/c 07.04.2025

This week we have 2 planning applications for Twerton and Whiteway, please see the details below and if you want to comment, please follow the relevant link. 

Ward:               Twerton                                    App Ref:            25/01219/FUL

Parish:             N/A

Registered:      26th March 2025                                   Expiry Date:            21st May 2025

Location:         92 Kelston View Whiteway Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1NR 

Grid Ref:          (E)372000 - (N)164173                          LB Grade:            N/A

Proposal:         Change of use from C3 to C4 with Permitted Development rear extension

Officer:            Ed Allsop

Applicant:        Rivers Birtwell	Agent:    BRO Architecture
C/O Mr Chris Michot Unit 30 The Waterfront Brighton Marina Village Brighton BN2 5WA	31 Pippin Road Taunton TA2 8FF

To view the case click on the link here. 

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Ward:               Twerton                                    App Ref:            25/01325/FUL

Parish:             N/A

Registered:      1st April 2025                            Expiry Date:     27th May 2025

Location:         57 Poolemead Road Whiteway Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1QP 

Grid Ref:          (E)371897 - (N)164275                          LB Grade:            N/A

Proposal:         Change of use from dwellinghouse (C3) to small house in multiple occupation (C4) including the erection of a single-storey rear extension and provision of bi-cycle store.

Officer:            Christine Moorfield

Applicant:        Chris Michot	Agent:    BPM
Care of BPM Architectural Services 33 Stoneleigh Avenue Brighton BN1 8NP United Kingdom	33 Stoneleigh Avenue Brighton BN1 8NP

To view the case click on the link here. 

Council Supports new Bus Initiatives from 01.04.2025

Free buses 24/7 for Disabled Person’s travelcards holders and an extension to care leavers’ free bus travel are part of new measures starting next month across Bath & North East Somerset. 

West of England Mayoral Combined Authority has announced measures to make public transport more affordable and accessible for all residents, promoting sustainable travel across the region. 

The key measures include: 

• Most children’s bus fares capped at just £1, instead of rising to £1.30 – saving parents/carers up to £60 per child, per school year, in addition to the two months of free travel offered by Birthday Buses for under-21s. 
• Extending Disabled Person’s travelcards so that buses are now free 24/7, rather than just after 9am. 
• Extending care leavers’ free bus travel for another year. 
• Capping the cost of multi-operator day bus tickets (valid on 11 different companies’ buses) in the region at £7, instead of that fare rising to £8. 

Sarah Warren, deputy council leader and cabinet member for climate emergency and sustainable travel at Bath & North East Somerset Council, said: 

"We are thrilled to support these new transport initiatives, which align perfectly with our commitment to improving travel choices by creating a sustainable, accessible and efficient transport network.  

The package is set to start on 1 April 2025 and run until 31 March 2026, representing a £1.3 million investment from the Mayoral Combined Authority’s Bus Grant allocation and further funding from North Somerset Council

Twerton and Whiteway Ward Planning Applications - w/c 31.03.2025

This week we have 1 planning application for Twerton and Whiteway, please see the details below and if you want to comment, please follow the relevant link. 

 Ward:               Twerton                                    App Ref:            25/01163/FUL

Parish:             N/A

Registered:      25th March 2025                                   Expiry Date:            20th May 2025

Location:         78 Cameley Green Twerton Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1SB 

Grid Ref:          (E)371996 - (N)164618                          LB Grade:            N/A

Proposal:         Erection of single-storey rear extension and two-storey side extension to a dwellinghouse, following demolition of side extensions.

Officer:            Ed Allsop

Applicant:        Mr & Mrs Sesola	Agent:    KANN Architecture
78 Cameley Green Twerton Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1SB	C/o Mr Robert Kann 3 Church Street City Centre Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA1 1NL

To view the case click on the link here.

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Twerton and Whiteway Resident's views sought

Councillors Tim Ball and Sarah Moore are out in the community every day speaking with residents, however, over the coming weeks and months, they are keen to get your ideas and opinions on what issues you face and what you want your Councillors to focus on.

It is vital that residents voices are heard and we would encourage everyone to get involved.

You do not have to wait for your Councillors to knock your door, if there is anything you feel would improve our area or needs attention, please do contact them and they will be happy to discuss these with you.

Following previous conversations, there are a number of changes planned for the area already such as speed reduction measures on Shophouse Road, HGV weight restrictions on Pennyquick and more.

Whether it is Transport, Parks, Housing or just something in your own street, Tim and Sarah are happy to speak with you and see if there is anything that can be done to help.

Requests for Improvements at Redland Park Carrs Woodland

 We have requested several measures to enhance the safety and cleanliness of Redland Park Carrs Woodland:

·      Repair and Height Increase of Fencing: 

The fencing at Redland Park that runs alongside Carrs Woodland should be repaired and

increased in height. This will help prevent the dumping of rubbish and fly-tipping into the

woodland.

·      Removal of Existing Fly-Tipping: 

Immediate removal of the current fly-tipping in the area has

been requested to restore the cleanliness and appeal of the woodland.

·      Installation of Barriers: 

We have also asked for barriers to be installed at several key locations

to prevent motorcycles from accessing local fields. This will help mitigate the disruption and

inconvenience caused to many residents.

 

Twerton and Whiteway Ward Councillor weekly update - 22.03.2025

Here is this weeks update on what your Councillors Tim Ball and Sarah Moore have actioned in the area.

Haycombe Drive - we have again requested the Highways team visit the area and see the increasingly worsening state of the road and get work scheduled.

Newton Road - we have reported the increasing number of pot holes along this road.

Pennyquick Park - we have submitted another request for funds for a pump track, this has been a long term ambition to get sorted, however, the cost for this is so large that it is taking a bit of time to secure.

Firstbus - Sarah spoke with a couple of representatives from Firstbus this week to discuss issues faced by residents and ask for updates on any upcoming changes or improvements they have planned, more information on this will follow soon.

HMOs - We have sent a list of HMOs to BANES that we are aware of, this contains 31 HMOs that we have queries with, either they do not appear to have the relevant Licence or do not appear on the Planning site as having the approved change of use. If you are aware of any HMOs in your street that you want us to look at, please do let us know. The Licensing and Planning rules are there for a reason and we need to ensure they are all correctly registered.

Tim and Sarah attended the Full Council meeting where there was unanimous agreement to object to the latest airport expansion request from Bristol Airport. There was also unanimous agreement for the motion bought forward by the Labour Group and amended by the Liberal Democrat group in discussion with the Labour Group for Improving Transparency and Community Engagement around Planning Gain.

Tim and Sarah also completed over 40 pieces of personal residents case work.

Investigations into Pavement Issues in Twerton and Whiteway

 A Report on Pavement Concerns and Proposed Solutions

We are currently addressing various issues with the pavements in the areas of Twerton and Whiteway. Following the successful installation of dropped kerbs on Twerton High Street, our focus has shifted to the paving slabs, which are visibly cracked and broken. In response to this, we have requested an investigation into alternative surface types to ensure the durability and safety of the pavements.

Additionally, at Redland Park, the red-bricked paving has started to sink significantly, rendering it unfit for purpose. This deterioration has necessitated a request for an evaluation of different paving materials that may better withstand the conditions and provide a safer and more stable surface.

Our goal is to enhance the infrastructure in these areas by employing more resilient and effective paving solutions, ensuring the safety and comfort of all pedestrians.

 

Planning application 39 Garrick Rd

 We have one planning application to report on you have till 7th April to comment 

   Please click the link(s) below if you wish to view more details:

Application Reference: 25/00833/FUL
Address: 39 Garrick Road, Whiteway, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 1QX
Proposal: Change of use from 3 bedroom dwelling (Use Class C3) to a 6 bedroom HMO (Use Class C4).
Updated: New Application, 1 New Document(s) Added

Twerton and Whiteway Ward Planning Applications w/c 10.03.2025

This week we have no new planning application for Twerton and Whiteway.

Twerton and Whiteway Ward Councillor weekly update - 08.03.2025

Here is this weeks update on what your Councillors Tim Ball and Sarah Moore have actioned in the area.

Freeview Road - we requested the B&NES Clean and Green team attend to clear all the weeds in the gutters and on the footpaths.

Garrick Road - we have been speaking to Curo about the new posts and hedges they have planted.

Rosewarn Close - we are pleased to see both B&NES and Curo have now visited this area to clear flytipping and rubbish.

Shaws Way - We have requested Curo place posts and hedges across their grass section to stop vehicles from driving over it and along the footpath.

We have reported a large number of drains for clearing to ensure road flooding does not occur when it rains.

We have completed over 50 pieces of personal casework.

Whiteway Road - Zebra crossing works

Please see below notice for the zebra crossing works on Whiteway near the entrance with Haycombe Cemetary.

 

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL 

(THTTC3769 WHITEWAY ROAD, WHITEWAY, BATH) 

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF USE BY VEHICLES) ORDER 2025 

Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order the effect of which will be to temporarily introduce a road closure in that length of Whiteway Road, Whiteway, Bath from its junction with The Hollow, extending approximately 29 metres north from The Hollow junction and extending approximately 75 metres south of The Hollow junction. USRN: 47900042. 

This order is required because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road to enable Bath & North East Somerset Council to carry out highway improvement works on the 27th March 2025 for a maximum period of 6 months. The road will only be restricted as and when traffic signs are in position and may not be affected for the whole of the period but only for so long as is necessary to execute the works. This is anticipated to be for TWO NIGHTS between 19:00 – 07:00hrs only. 

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Whiteway Road (remainder) – Pennyquick Hill – Pennyquick – A4 – A36 – A367 – Frome Road – Rush Hill – Whiteway Road – Vice versa. 

Link to One.network: https://one.network/?tm=142178638 

Applicant Details: Dan Miller 
Telephone: Council Connect – 01225 394041 
Email: Dan_Miller@Bathnes.gov.uk 

Dated: 6th March 2025 

Traffic Management Team 
Lewis House 
Manvers Street, 
Bath 
BA1 1JG 

Chris Major 

Director of Place Management

Role Description for All Councillors

Role Description for All Councillors 

Below are details of Councillor roles taken from the guidance available on the BANES Website here.

1. Accountabilities 

▪     To full Council 

▪     To the electorate of their ward 

▪     To their political group (if applicable) 

2. Roles and activities

a) Representing and supporting citizens and communities 

    ▪     Communicate and engage with local constituents and groups 

    ▪     Undertake casework and act as an advocate in resolving concerns or grievances 

    ▪     Understand the shape and feel of the local area, including its local assets, needs and              inequalities in fields such as housing, health and wellbeing, employment, education,              transport, care, and community cohesion 

    ▪     Liaise with the Council and partner organisations to ensure that the needs of the local              communities are identified, understood and supported 

    ▪     Represent and sensibly champion the interests and needs of local residents and                      communities within the Council and other agencies 

    ▪     Communicate using all types of media, ensuring adherence to corporate guidance for              internet and social media usage, and taking into account different needs of different                  audiences 

    ▪     To be vigilant and do everything possible to protect adults and children at risk from                  abuse 

    ▪     Promote tolerance and cohesion in local communities 

b) Working across the ward strengthening partnerships with citizens and others 

    ▪     Maintain and develop networks with a wide range of agencies, officers, fellow                          councillors and local communities to deliver better outcomes for local people 

    ▪     Help foster new relationships between local people, communities and agencies to                  encourage local development and to find new solutions to local issues 

    ▪     Liaise effectively with Parish Councils in the ward (if applicable)

    ▪     Enable local people and communities to find the tools and support to self-organise 

    ▪     Honestly manage the expectations that local residents and communities may have of              the Council 

c) Linking the Council and citizens 

    ▪     Be a channel of communication to local residents and communities on Council                          strategies, policies, services and procedures 

    ▪     Participate in decisions and activities reserved for the full Council, e.g., setting budgets           and strategic policy framework seeking to mitigate the impact of austerity on citizens 

    ▪     Translate for communities a shift in the role of the Council, and in the relationship                  between the Council and citizens 

    ▪     Have an awareness of the complexity of the system in which the council operates and              be able to explain this to citizens 

    ▪     Understand the remit and limitations of officer roles, and work with officers in a co-                 productive and solution focused way that seeks to avoid blame, as set out in the                      Councillor/Officer protocol; Constitution part 4.1 protocol on councillor / officer relations 

    ▪     Recognize and adapt to changing roles and be flexible in ways of working with officers 

    ▪     Critically analyse complex data and information and make it accessible for citizens 

d) Representing the council 

    ▪     Work with partners and outside bodies as a representative of the Council 

    ▪     Understand and communicate the vision and changing direction of the Council with                   local people, communities and partner organisations in your ward 

    ▪     Act in a way that is consistent with overarching policy, principles and direction of the              Council 

    ▪     Help others feel pride in the purpose of the organisation 

    ▪     Be a member of and contribute to the local Area Forum 

e) Governance and decision making B&NES Councillor Role Descriptions

    ▪     Inform the debate at full Council meetings and contribute to the formation and scrutiny              of the Council’s policies, budget, strategies and service delivery 

    ▪     Participate in informed and balanced decision making on committees and panels to                  which the councillor might be appointed, helping to ensure that decision making is                  consistent with local needs and takes account of inequalities in outcomes between                  communities 

    ▪     Read all paperwork before attending meetings 

    ▪     Take corporate responsibility for the protection of vulnerable children and adults 

    ▪     Act within the budgetary framework of the council 

    ▪     Promote and ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the provision of council services 

3. Personal and role development 

    ▪     Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the Council’s policies and practices in              order to make well informed decisions at meetings 

    ▪     Take personal responsibility for your personal development to build understanding,                  knowledge and skills to ensure that the role is undertaken effectively 

    ▪     Review and complete the self-reflection sections within the LGA Political Skills                          Framework to identify strengths and areas for development 

    ▪     Participate in member development opportunities made available to Councillors 

    ▪     Complete core and mandatory training and development, and member induction, within           recommended timescales. This will include attending sessions and completing e-                     learning 

    ▪     Demonstrate and embed the core values within all communications and interactions              with colleagues, officers and the community 

    ▪     Actively participate in a skills audit to determine individual and group needs and areas              of strength and development 

    ▪     Promote the policies, activities and decisions of the Council to residents, stakeholders,           partners and the media recognising at all times the requirement to act in a manner                  consistent with the Nolan Principles of public life and the Council’s Code of Conduct              (section 4.2 of the Constitution) in a way which does not bring the Council or                          administration into disrepute through inappropriate actions, pronouncements or                      language 

    ▪     Declare any potential conflict of interest (when a member’s personal or business                      interests affects their ability to act fairly in the best interests of residents

Twerton and Whiteway Ward Planning Applications w/c 03.03.2025

This week we have 2 planning application for Twerton and Whiteway, please see the details below and if you want to comment, please follow the relevant link. 

Ward:               Twerton                                                     App Ref:            25/00684/FUL

Parish:             N/A

Registered:      25th February 2025                                 Expiry Date:            22nd April 2025

Location:         171 Redland Park Twerton Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1SQ 

Grid Ref:          (E)371798 - (N)164898                            LB Grade:            N/A

Proposal:         Change of use from 4 bedroom dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a 5 bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4).

Officer:            Christine Moorfield

Applicant:        18-25 Properties	Agent:    No Agent
57 Walwyn Close Twerton Bath Bath BA21SZ United Kingdom

To view the case click on the link here.

Ward:               Twerton                                                  App Ref:            25/00754/FUL

Parish:             N/A

Registered:      26th February 2025                               Expiry Date:            23rd April 2025

Location:         1 Kelston View Whiteway Bath Bath And North East Somerset BA2 1NW 

Grid Ref:          (E)372575 - (N)164023                          LB Grade:            N/A

Proposal:      Change of use from 6 bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4) to 7 bedroom HMO (Use Class Sui Generis).

Officer:            Christopher Masters

Applicant:        Kinden Ltd	Agent:    No Agent
C/O  Ms Tina Chang Liu Flat 4, 2 Chatsworth Road London NW2 4BN

To view the case click on the link here.