12.2 C
Dorset
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
George Monbiot
People who own second homes cause homelessness and community death. Yet the government rewards them with lavish subsidies and tax breaks. How big would our housing crisis be if it were not for second homes? It’s a question almost no one in public life wants to ask, let alone answer....
This is Pete (see inset)! Pete is a big issue seller in Wimborne, Dorset. You may of seen him if you are regularly in town. You may look him up and down, think that he is going to take your money you give him and spend it on drink and...
No matter what a person's politics... are this is for us all. Those cuts and the people of Dorset: https://dorseteye.com/universal-credit-cut-will-hit/ Make 2022 a year of kicking the selfish and cruel out of our lives and start to make a real difference. Douglas James If you like our content please keep us going for as...
Yesterday, Tuesday 24 October 2017, the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner (OPCC) hosted its inaugural Problem Solving Forum in partnership with Bournemouth Council for Voluntary Services (CVS). The forum considered the issue of homelessness. Housing associations and a range of organisations providing support, mentoring and advocacy,...
This is the Message I sent to Angela Rayner the Labour MP. The names and location have been changed or removed to protect the innocent. Along with many Labour supporters last night, I was sleeping outside the Council Offices along with 40/50 homeless folk, to highlight the desperate plight...
Love them or hate them this group long for ever present house price rises; tax reductions and they vote Tory. Why? Because they live for the wad. In the midst of an economic crisis Stewart Lee discovers that estate agent infestation in properties is actually on the increase! ...
As the mercury plummets and your breath becomes a misty escort on chilly mornings, the quest to keep your home snug begins. Winterproofing your abode isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s a symphony of actions that shield your sanctuary and cradle warmth, ensuring your energy bills don’t soar...
Weymouth seafront. Coastal town. Apparently according to some those types who seek to point out poverty... are guilty of 'left wing grievance theory'. When I came across this I am in utter amazement at how the person this particular empathy free zone was in dialogue with did not explode....
If you are planning a new build, an extension or conversion of your home, then the changes to the building regulations are important. Building regulations make sure that any work done on a property is up to a certain standard. From 15 June changes to the nation-wide regulations aim to improve...
In this comprehensive guide tailored for UK landlords, we'll delve into the most pressing questions commonly asked by those stepping into the realm of property ownership. Expect practical, expert advice that goes beyond the generic, giving you the insights needed to navigate the unique challenges that come with being...