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Listen: Bristol Unpacked with Neil Maggs
Listen: Bristol Unpacked with Samira Musse on community power, how to consult with people, and giving kids confidence lessons
What do the powers-that-be get wrong when they come to talk to communities – and how could this be done better? And why are youth services so crucial?

Barton House evacuation: Was the chaos and confusion completely unnecessary?
With a lack of clear information from the council, rumours and speculation ruled as residents decanted from their homes were left in the dark about what was going on. Campaigners say the authorities could have planned this better.
‘We want to give people their space back’: clock ticks on crowdfunder to save Barton Hill’s last pub
Thanks to a crowdfunding campaign, the Rhubarb Tavern could be saved from redevelopment after three years closed. In a changing city, and with pints becoming a luxury for many, what will be needed to make it a success?