West of England Combined Authority

• News / theft

  Grant for independent shops to tackle shoplifting ‘epidemic’

  Instances of shoplifting in the West of England shot up by almost half in 2023

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• News / Politics

  Dan Norris named Labour ‘Mayor of the Year’

  The West of England metro mayor was praised for his efforts in “listening to people on the ground"

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• News / Arts

  £3m scheme to enable increased access to culture in Bristol area

  Arts Council England join forces with West of England Combined Authority

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• News / Temple Quarter

  Questions raised over public space in Bristol following phone ban ‘fiasco’

  Councillors have raised concerns over public space in the new Temple Quarter regeneration

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• News / Transport

  Plans to close rail ticket offices in Bristol scrapped

  The proposals sparked public outrage from unions, political leaders and disability groups

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• Better Business / Member news

  West of England Good Employment Charter unveils founding members at inaugural summit

  Local employers pledge to redefine workplace practices and foster inclusivity in the region

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• News / Transport

  Tier faces criticism after first week in Bristol

  Tens of thousands of trips from Bristol's new e-scooter provider have already been taken

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• News / Transport

  Tier is here

  E-scooters and e-bikes will cost 99p to unlock and then 16p per minute to ride

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