Here comes the Safe Bus

The Bath Safe Bus is a new initiative to tackle safety at night and help night-time revellers stay safe while reducing pressure on local emergency services. Introduced by the Bath Business Improvement District (BID) it launches on 31 March to provide first aid, psychological support, and a safe place for anyone in the city centre on Friday and Saturday nights. Safe Buses run successfully in dozens of cities and major towns in the UK. Bath’s Safe Bus will be staffed by medical specialists, volunteers, and security staff, helping anyone that feels vulnerable, requires first aid or needs some form of emotional support. People will be able to come to the bus and ask for help if they’ve lost their friends, misplaced their phone, or need somewhere safe to wait. Bath Safe Bus will operate a Friday and Saturday night service between 10.30pm and 4.30am. Additional dates such as for Bank Holidays and Bath Rugby matches will be added. bathbid.co.uk

Managing director Debbie Boulton said: “Rachael has already become a valuable addition at board level. Her great strength is developing client relationships and working with the team to ensure continued high standards of service delivery. She brings energy and great people skills to the board.” richardsonswift.co.uk

The Breakfast Exchange, co-organised by accountants Richardson Swift, publishers The Business Exchange, and Thrings Solicitors, is a new initiative focusing on the challenges currently faced by businesses, bringing together different sectors at breakfast events.

The launch event in March saw more than 60 businesses and charities sharing coffee and pastries and comparing notes on the obstacles and opportunities faced by those trying to grow a business in recent years. Providing expert advice were Debbie Boulton from Richardson Swift and Ramona Derbyshire from Thrings.

said, “The Breakfast is all about... sharing experience, knowledge and skill sets to help our community survive and thrive.” contact smb@richardsonswift.co.uk if you would like to attend the next event