Bath News Today — May 23, 2026

Bath: Bath Faces Housing Crisis as Student Demand Surpasses London | June 22

Bath faces a housing crisis as student accommodation demand surpasses London's, with rising rents and overcrowding reported. Three arrests followed a shooting incident, and a Somerset councillor takes six months leave for health reasons.

Bath: Construction on 145 Somerset homes to start without railway crossing changes | June 21

Bath's Local Wire update covers updates on 145 new homes near Bathampton, parking fines in Royal Fort Gardens, and a scenic road trip from Bath to the Exe Estuary. The episode also highlights a family-run garden center near the historic railway line and weather conditions for the day.

Bath: Bath's Cul-de-Sac Plan Sparks Debate | June 20

Bath's proposed cramped cul-de-sac in a bungalow garden, Bristol and Somerset bus route funding save, and a controversial 2:30am pizza license in the city are key topics covered. The episode also highlights Bath's underground vegan eatery gaining popularity.

Bath: £50m flood funding approved for Somerset | June 19

Bath's Local Wire update covers Somerset flood defense funding, new bus route changes, and Muddy Stilettos award winners. Key topics include the £50m flood investment, revised Bath bus services, and flood relief channel reviews near the gigafactory site.

Bath: New dentist to serve NHS patients in Weston-super-Mare | June 18

Bath's Local Wire update covers a new NHS dental practice in Weston-super-Mare, a cleared ex-Somerset detective, and the stalled West Somerset Railway funding. Residents also object to Bristol Airport expansion and a delayed public inquiry into Somerset housing plans.