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Backwell people in praise of Farleigh Fields
A planning inquiry heard from people who live in Backwell that they see Farleigh Fields – a piece of agricultural land leading up to the village church -= as vital to the well-being of residents.
Forty years of resistance at Farleigh Fields Backwell
A Town Planning expert has told a Public Inquiry in Weston-super-Mare how people living in Backwell have “been heavily involved in 40 years of resisting unpopular proposals on Farleigh Fields”.
Backwell planning inquiry starts
A third Planning Inquiry into whether a housing estate should be built on Farleigh Fields, Backwell, North Somerset has opened in Weston-super-Mare Town Hall.
Greater awareness of invisible illness needed
A leading consultant fertility specialist who heads the St Michael's Endometriosis Centre in Bristol is calling for greater awareness of the ‘invisible illness’ endometriosis which, according to the World Health Organisation, affects roughly 10% (190 million) of reproductive age women and girls globally.
When making your wishes known is a 'profound act of kindness’
It is a sad irony that Mireille Hayden was forced to watch her father in pain and physically restrained for his own safety as he approached death when it could all have been so different.
Eight day planning inquiry set for village fields
An eight day planning inquiry is to be start on Tuesday March 15 into plans by Persimmon Homes to build a housing estate on farmland in Backwell, North Somerset.
Creative new talent at Bridgwater Dementia home
The team at Avalon Nursing Home in Bridgwater has been boosted with the arrival of a new recruit, Ewa Kuwalek, whose specialism in creative arts is adding a new dimension to the therapeutic activities on offer to residents.
Hoteliers’ hopes for return to ‘Plan A’
Hoteliers in Bristol are hoping that the Government’s decision to end the ‘Plan B’ Covid-19 restrictions will lead to a much-needed boost to their businesses.
Dorset opening the door to digital inclusion
People across the Dorset Council area that are in digital need can now apply for a free device and data.
Planning appeal deadline
People have until January 27 to comment on a planning appeal by Persimmon Homes, who want to build a housing estate on farmland in Backwell, North Somerset and create a new junction on the A370 by demolishing two houses.
Rocking around the Christmas tree
The gift of Christmas trees to a specialist dementia care home in Wellington has sparked a lot of enthusiasm for the upcoming festivities among residents.
Hoteliers say people can still party with confidence this Christmas
Bristol hoteliers say people can still party with confidence this Christmas despite the implementation of ‘Plan B’ measures in the wake of the growing Omicron threat.
Leading integrative cancer charity welcomes two new trustees
Penny Brohn UK has announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees: Dr Penny Kechagioglou, consultant Clinical Oncologist, and Jon Green, former NHS hospital Chief Executive and Operational Director.
State-of-the-art new clinic for Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine
A new state-of-the-art fertility and IVF clinic serving the South West is set to open soon at Aztec West, Bristol.
Bristol Memorial Woodlands offers outdoor play opportunities to local schools and childrens groups
A beautiful woodland location in Alveston, near Thornbury, is being offered up to schools and other play groups as a setting for outdoor exploration, forest schools and nature play sessions.
Captain commands the affections of residents with dementia
Residents of a specialist dementia care home in Wellington, Somerset, have been thoroughly enjoying themselves in the company of Captain, an Irish Cob horse, who was brought to visit them in the garden of the home.
Seriousness of parental alienation highlighted in recent case
With a rapid rise in cases of parental alienation in the UK, a recent Judgement has shown that Courts are not taking the matter lightly and are unafraid to take action against offenders.
Manager of Bridgwater Dementia Care Home praised by CQC
A report published by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) last month following an unannounced inspection of Avalon Nursing Home in Bridgwater officially concludes that the home provides a ‘Good’ level of service across the board, and highlights the contribution made by service manager Jess Hawker.
Lawyers advise on consent for child Covid vaccinations
With 12-15 year olds now being offered the Covid-19 vaccination specialist family lawyers are offering advice on consent, particularly when parents are separated and perhaps don’t agree on the issue.