Smokers in Bath and North East Somerset are being urged to get support to quit smoking this Stoptober.

On 12th August local environmental charity Share and Repair hosted their second Tech Amnesty in partnership with Somerset charity Donate IT. Throughout the morning local people were able to bring along any tech items lurking in their “drawer of doom”. Donate IT will then securely wipe their data, refurbish them where necessary and redistribute as many as possible to support people who require access to tech, but due to the cost of living crisis are unable to buy the items they need. Donate IT work closely with partner organisations such as Share and Repair to both collect in old tech and redistribute it.

A new initiative is giving young people with additional needs the opportunity to take their first steps into the world of work. The Somer Valley Skills Pathway Supported Internship is now open for applications, offering a unique blend of real-world work experience, skill-building, and tailored support.

On Saturday 14th June Residents of Bathford launched a new monthly Repair Café with local charity Share and Repair. This community-led event took place from 9.30am to 12pm at Bathford Parish Hall, offering a friendly and welcoming space where 13 local volunteers helped fix household items in return for a “pay what you can” donation. 23 Bathford residents brought along sometimes more than one item for repair including picture frames, lamps, toasters, toy cars and clothes.

Young artists have worked together to transform a graffiti covered wall on the path alongside the River Avon in Bath with a bright and colourful work of art.

Have you ever dreamed of making a tangible difference in your community? Do you want to be part of a team that works tirelessly to enhance the lives of residents and visitors alike? If so, Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Recruitment Fair is your chance to turn that passion into action!

Support the UK government to gather insights on workplace interventions that support employees with health conditions and disabled employees.

Visitors and workers can now stay longer in Bath with the Park & Ride service extended until 11.30pm from Monday to Saturday.

Curious about unlocking your digital potential? Find out how Digital Skills Hub ran by the Employment & Skills Pod and Bath College can help you enhance your tech skills and confidence!

People who want to develop new skills and make a positive difference to the lives of others can meet 15 local organisations that are looking for volunteers at a Volunteers Fair in Bath.