#bristol

#bristol

A painter and decorator suffered fatal head injuries when he fell from a ladder while tying a Union flag to a lamppost, an inquest heard. Paul John Lumber, 61, had gone out near his home in Duckmoor Road in Bristol, to erect flags on lampposts after attending a football match. Avon Coroner's Court was told how neighbours heard a loud bang before discovering Mr Lumber on the ground, with his ladder nearby,

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Bristol thrives with culture - from its rich history and famous architecture to its foodie hubs, shopping spots and cider-sipping boltholes. Go for a long weekend of brunching and lunching, a romantic getaway, or brave it solo with our ultimate travel guide. Here we round up our favourite places to stay, including a Georgian apartment on the renowned Royal York Crescent and a lodge for two in ancient woodland.

Private tenants in Bristol spent 44.6 percent of their income on rent in 2024, significantly exceeding the ONS's 30 percent affordability threshold.

"Isambard-AI places Bristol at the centre of the AI revolution, spearheading AI innovation and scientific discovery in important areas such as drug discovery and climate research."

Under existing UK planning rules, developers can use viability assessments to justify providing fewer affordable homes, often leading to significant shortfalls in anticipated numbers.

"First Bus has committed towards a zero emissions fleet by 2035, and with new electrified depots, we are making significant strides towards this goal."