City of Bristol | News, Comment & Features

News / homelessness

Bristol charity launches 20,000-step challenge to tackle homelessness

The step target reflects the more than 20,000 people currently waiting for social housing in Bristol

News / Bristol Zoo Gardens

Activists rally over Bristol Zoo Gardens sale

The developer said it remains "fully committed to delivering the scheme"

News / Education

Bristol Uni support staff return to picket line

Striking staff are calling for a pay rise “that helps them keep up with the real cost of living"

News / Nighttime Economy

Council cuts funding to project supporting nightlife

Bristol's nighttime economy adviser Carly Heath is losing her job

News / television

Documentary by Bristol historian nominated for top industry award

The series explores the rise, global reach, decline and lasting legacy of the British Empire

News / Bristol Legends

Looking back at the inaugural Bristol Legends event

An unforgettable night of celebrating our beautiful city

News / downs

Failed attempt to pause ‘eyewateringly expensive’ fees for Downs personal trainers

The licence fee income will help pay to maintain the Downs, including potential new security patrols

News / Development

Former prep school could become new homes

The school closed in 2023 blaming the introduction of VAT on fees

News / Castle Park

Demolition begins at notorious eyesore buildings

The start of demolition work is taking place on the Wine Street side of Mary le Port Street

News / Hotwells

‘Guerrilla signage’ installed in campaign to reduce speed limit

"As a resident, I cannot accept a situation where children are at risk simply to reach their school"

News / college green

Commonwealth Day marked in Bristol

Commonwealth Day is observed annually on the second Monday in March

News / Iran

Rival Iran protests unfold metres apart in city centre

Police formed a barrier between pro-monarchy and anti-war activists when tensions briefly flared

News / Brislington

Denial untreated sewage turning brook into ‘brown sludge’

Environmental fears were sparked after the stream was photographed looking brown and murky

News / Palestine

Walking 150 miles from Bristol to London

Peter Oswald set off from Easton on a journey to show solidarity with Palestinians

News / protest

Clashes as counter-protesters confront march through Bristol

Chants of “Bristol is anti-fascist” rang out through the crowd

News / Bristol Legends

In photos: Bristol Legends 2026

Bristol came together to honour the people who make our city extraordinary

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