Bath News Today — May 26, 2026

Bath: Police appeal for help solving 30-year-old murder in Bath | June 09

Bath police are seeking public help to solve the 30-year-old murder of Melanie Hall, while the council apologizes for road closures impacting the Christmas Market. The city also announces £50 million in flood resilience funding and a new West region tourism plan to boost sustainable growth.

Bath: Council urged to plant trees after M5 work | June 08

Bath residents are demanding more trees planted after council work on the M5 roundabout left bare soil, raising concerns over erosion and shade. The city also marks the 30th anniversary of Melanie Hall's disappearance, with new details emerging from her remains found near the M5.

Bath: Public safety alert: Report man with 'Jodie' tattoo immediately | June 07

Bath authorities are warning residents to call 999 if they see a man with a 'Jodie' tattoo in the South West following a missing person case. Meanwhile, Bath Rugby’s Thomas du Toit led his team to a semi-final against Leicester Tigers, while a Hollywood film featuring Idris Elba and Jared Leto was secretly shot at a Devon landmark.

Bath: Bath's lost nightclub sparks police memory push | June 06

Bath's former nightclub, The Velvet Room, is being called for preservation amid efforts to save its historical legacy. The city's council faces criticism over a defaced shop and new leash laws in cemeteries, while a housing-for-rent scheme sparks debate over family housing.

Bath: Melanie Hall's family seeks answers 30 years after her murder in Bath. | June 05

Bath's Local Wire covers the renewed search for Melanie Hall, a missing person from 30 years ago, and a city council initiative to protect Bath's historic heritage. The episode also highlights culinary discoveries in Somerset and a controversial development plan in a Somerset village.