As a nation, we love to get more from our money. With rising energy bills in light of the cost of living, energy efficiency in the home is a topic on the tip of everyone’s tongue. But how can you put this into action? Here are some hints and tips to help...
Bridport was proud to host 32 mayors from all around Dorset last Wednesday 22nd September. Bridport’s own mayor Ian Bark took them on a tour of the town, which included St Mary’s Primary and the West Bay Discovery Centre, to showcase community projects that he is particularly proud of....
A total of 90 new homes in Gillingham have been given approval by Councillors at North Dorset District Council’s Planning Committee.
The development, on Land to the East of Lodden Lakes, was given outline consent in May 2015. This latest application presented the detailed design elements of the development.
Once completed,...
Rochdale MP Tony Lloyd has backed a Parliamentary private members bill to tackle unfair maintenance fees on new build developments.
The 10-minute rule bill was tabled by Bishop Auckland MP Helen Goodman on 14 November, calling for the Freehold Properties (Management Charges and Shared Facilities) Bill to put an end...
The number of people sleeping rough in Dorset has halved – thanks to work by Dorset Council and other agencies.
Latest figures show that there are currently 18 people rough sleeping in the county, compared to 38 last year. In Weymouth and Portland the number of rough sleepers has fallen from...
A man looks out of his window and suddenly he is an expert on young people.
The state of these people who believe that embarrassing themselves on TV is more important than empirical data and facts.
“A lot of people like to go after young people, and go on about...
North Dorset District Council, West Dorset District Council and Weymouth & Portland Borough Council have now all agreed licensing fees for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
North Dorset District Council recently approved the licensing fees at its Cabinet meeting on 23 April.
West Dorset District Council and Weymouth & Portland Borough...
Whether you're a new homeowner or have been managing your household for years, understanding how to effectively budget your expenses is key to maintaining financial stability and achieving your long-term goals. This guide is designed to help you sharpen your budgeting skills, offering practical advice to reduce your spending...
So.. .I was going to post the pics from one of my usual late night wanders round the West End and Soho. I may do later. I'm just not in the mood. I spent an hour late last night, just across the road from Chinatown talking to an 18...
In this Podcast the focus is on homelessness and unemployment. In doing so, the hope is to draw out the inherent tensions between social and economic goals, and to understand ways in which social enterprises can balance these in order to achieve their social goals. Listen Simon Teasdale who has been involved...
