Public sector strikes
Public sector workers are on strikes across the UK, in a row over pay. Demonstrations are being organised in Bristol, Gloucester, Swindon, Taunton and Trowbridge tomorrow morning.
Public sector workers are on strikes across the UK, in a row over pay. Demonstrations are being organised in Bristol, Gloucester, Swindon, Taunton and Trowbridge tomorrow morning.
Bristol City Council has confirmed that many public facilities will be closed tomorrow (10 July) due to the strikes. The following is an extract from the Council statement:
'Schools, Customer Service Points, libraries and museums will be amongst the most noticeable services affected, with the majority closed for the day. Also closed will be Hengrove Play Park. Most other services will be running with reduced capacity.'
The creative industries across Bristol and Bath have received £46 million to create 'new experiences and boost productivity.'
A service in Plymouth run by the NSPCC, which helps prevents online child sexual abuse, is expanding.
Bristol Water is urging people to stay safe and not swim in the water at spots like Chew Valley or Cheddar Lake this weekend.