David Cameron, the British Conservative Prime Minister from 2010 to 2016, made significant changes to the UK's National Health Service (NHS) during his time in office, which many critics argue contributed to long-term damage to the system. Cameron's tenure oversaw the implementation of sweeping reforms, austerity measures, and privatisation,...
New research released on International Day of the Girl by children’s charity the Youth Sport Trust, highlights the deepening crisis of confidence girls face when they hit puberty, and the increasing impact of this on their physical activity levels and wellbeing throughout their teenage years and into adulthood.
Most girls...
Focus turns to calling on community and businesses to get involved this World Mental Health Day 2024
Dorset Mind is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new trustees and confirms Dr Laurence Mynor-Wallis and Charles Alberts as Co-Chairs. Their expertise comes at a crucial time as the charity focuses on raising awareness and vital funds to be there for local people...
Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward as they investigate a serious road traffic collision near Bridport.
Dorset Police received a report at 6.42pm on Saturday 5 October 2024 of a single vehicle collision involving a silver Yamaha motorcycle on the A35 west...
Rabies, a viral disease that has haunted human and animal populations for centuries, continues to be a global health concern, despite significant advancements in vaccination and treatment. Although rabies is preventable, once symptoms appear, it is almost invariably fatal.
Rabies is caused by a virus that affects the central nervous...
The transport sector is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions globally. In the UK, vehicles powered by fossil fuels ie petrol and diesel, are a major driver of environmental degradation, contributing to air pollution, global warming, and the destruction of ecosystems. This dependency on fossil fuels...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who lived in Bridport.
Malcolm Henry King, who was 67 years old, died at his home address in Hibernia Close on Wednesday 2 October 2024.
His death is not being treated...
Residents in Dorset who have concerns about cancer can now access expert advice and support while they shop, thanks to a new collaboration between Tesco and Cancer Research UK. For the first time, customers at selected Tesco stores are being encouraged to consult with in-store pharmacists if they notice...
Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward after a serious collision in Dorchester.
Dorset Police received a report at 1.47pm on Thursday 19 September 2024 of a collision involving a red Jeep Compass and a pedestrian on the A35 at Kingston Pond.
The pedestrian –...
Officers investigating a serious road traffic collision in Blandford are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.At 1.25am on Saturday 14 September 2024, officers were called to the scene of the incident on the A354 Blandford bypass between the junction of Wimborne Road and the Badger...
