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COVID-19 vaccination take up significantly drops across Dorset
COVID vaccination rates in Dorset may have dropped dramatically because many people believe that the pandemic is over. […]
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Dorset Council expected to increase tax by three per cent amid budget pressures
DORSET Council’s budget for next year could have been worse – although residents will still face a three per cent increase in their council tax and a continued squeeze on services. […]
Coronavirus: Live Updates
Dorset Council to increase capital spending after COVID-19 delays
CAPITAL spending at Dorset Council will swell in the financial year to come – mainly because of delayed projects caused by COVID-19. […]
Blogs
What are your employment rights while working from home?
PLAN B: What are my employment rights with renewed guidance to work from home? Citizens Advice sets out everything you need to know about your workplace rights below. […]
Blogs
Lyme in the 20th Century, Part V
IN the early 1900s the town was governed under the Municipal Corporations Act of 1835. The Corporation (as it was known) was less democratic and more powerful than a modern town council. […]
Charmouth News
Plans for more static pitches at Charmouth caravan park
A CHANGE from touring caravan pitches to static vans is being planned for the central section of Wood Farm Caravan Park, just outside of Charmouth. […]
Lyme Regis News
Planning permission granted for ‘long overdue’ statue of fossil hunter Mary Anning
A STATUE in tribute to Lyme Regis fossil hunter Mary Anning has received planning permission from Dorset Council. […]
Charmouth News
New owners outline ‘low key’ future plans for Wootton Fitzpaine farm
THE new owners of a West Dorset farm have outlined their future development proposals, which they say will be low-key and in keeping with the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. […]
Blogs
Addressing issues faced by the Lyme Regis fishing community
ONE of my favourite aspects of Lyme Regis is it’s thriving fishing community. […]
Dorset News
Long waits on 101 phone line led Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner to stand for job
DORSET’S Police and Crime commissioner has revealed that a 45-minute wait for a 101 call he made was one of the triggers which led to his decision to stand for the job. […]
Lyme Regis News
Lyme Regis harbour fees likely to increase next year in line with rising costs
LEISURE users of Weymouth, Lyme Regis and West Bay harbours are likely to be paying 3% extra in fees next year, although some visitors will pay more. […]
Blogs
Not enough consumer protections for those improving green home energy
PEOPLE spending thousands to improve green home energy and reduce their carbon footprint have fewer consumer protections than those buying a mobile phone, according to new research released by Citizens Advice. […]
Dorset News
Dorset Council approves deal for NHS to take over its former headquarters
A 20-year deal for the NHS to lease the former Dorset Council headquarters in Dorchester has been approved. […]
Blogs
Lyme Regis in the 20th Century, Part IV
A FEW Edwardian visitors recorded their impressions of the town, their observations are of interest, albeit from the perspective of the more privileged classes. […]
Blogs
Lyme Regis Town Council car parks going green
FOUR electric vehicle charging points have been installed in town council car parks. […]
Dorset News
Multi-million investment announced for Dorset police buildings
A MULTI-MILLION pound investment is planned for Dorset’s ageing police buildings – with some likely to be sold off. […]