Bridport News
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:32:33 +0100Olakunie Kokumo struck off register after misconduct
A nurse at a care home has been struck off the register after putting residents ‘at risk of serious harm’.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:40:55 +0100Future TX film shot in Dorset comes to cinemas soon
A thrilling sci-fi action-adventure movie shot entirely in Dorset and starring Griff Rhys Jones will be coming to cinemas soon.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:22:00 +0100Who do you want to see as the next UK Prime Minister?
A number of candidates will likely stand to be the next Prime Minister, but who do you want to see end up in charge?
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Plaque unveiled to make one year since Darran Gunter's death
A plaque is to be unveiled at Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service’s HQ in Poundbury to mark the one year anniversary of Darran Gunter’s death.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Homeless people being ‘exported’ to the Dorset Council area putting strain on local services
HOMELESS people from the east of the county are being ‘exported’ to the Dorset Council area putting extra strain on local services.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:36:25 +0100Pam Simpson's Autumn art lectures in Bridport
Art lectures for those interested in British painting and art culture will be held in Bridport.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bird flu restrictions introduced as cases rise in the UK
DORSET Council has reiterated the advice of Chief Veterinary Officers for poultry keepers to protect their livestock from the rising levels of bird flu.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Households urged not to cut corners when buying a replacement oil tank
Households in Dorset are being urged to avoid cutting corners if they need to purchase a replacement oil tank this autumn.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Recycling Rangers at Bridport Library
FIND out more about recycling and composting in a special session at Bridport Library.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Shing a lings jazz band at Bridport Arts Centre
A taste of 1970s New York is set to grace the main stage of the Bridport Arts Centre.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 08:17:00 +0100Liz Truss resigns: Liberal Democrats, Labour policies and more amid General Election calls
The British public has begun asking whether a general election will take place in the near future, who will run in the race and who they will vote for.
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:57:54 +0100Boris Johnson backed by MPs to return as Prime Minister as Liz Truss resigns
Supporters of Boris Johnson are backing him to takeover from Liz Truss following her resignation on Thursday
Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:13:53 +0100The Royal Mint Harry Potter coins: Watch how they are made
The Royal Mint recently announced a set of new 50p coins which are to feature the portraits of both Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:10:00 +0100Keith Bloomfield says sex abuse allegations 'broke' him
A MAN accused of historic sex abuse charges has said there is ‘no truth at all’ in the allegations and described how he ‘just broke down’ when he was first informed about them.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Parkdean West Bay Holiday Park to add 16 glamping pitches
The Parkdean West Bay Holiday Park is to add an extra 16 glamping pitches to its Forty Foot Way site.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Hundred home development in Beaminster given final approval
The final details of a 100-home development at Beaminster have been approved by Dorset Council planners after two years of negotiations.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:10:00 +0100Waitrose spaces approved for vans and 'click and collect'
Spaces for delivery vans and customers using ‘click and collect’ at Bridport Waitrose have been approved despite objections from Dorset Council planning officers.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:22:13 +0100Liz Truss resigns: Early odds on next Prime Minister
Rishi Sunak, Boris Johnson, Theresa May and Penny Mourdant are all among the bookies favourites for next Prime Minister
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:47:53 +0100Liz Truss resigns: Statement reveals what happens now
After insisting on Wednesday she is a “fighter, not a quitter”, a growing number of her MPs had said she should reconsider her stance.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:58:49 +0100Boris Johnson to run to replace Liz Truss as a 'matter of national interest'
Boris Johnson, who only stood down last month, considers his return a matter of public interest, reports The Times
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:49:39 +0100Liz Truss eligible for £115,000 after resigning as Prime Minister
Liz Truss will be entitled to claim £115,000 per year from the taxpayer despite becoming the shortest-serving Prime Minister in British history.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:51:48 +0100Liz Truss resigns as PM losing out to Daily Star lettuce
British Prime Minister, Liz Truss has resigned today meaning the Daily Star lettuce wins the race and outlasts the PM's time in power.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:49:06 +0100Liz Truss resigns as Prime Minister - what she said
Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:44:33 +0100Liz Truss resigns: What now after Truss becomes shortest-serving PM?
Liz Truss has resigned as UK Prime Minister, what happens next?
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:20:48 +0100West Dorset MP votes against amendment to Public Order Bill
Plans to create buffer zones around abortion clinics and hospitals have been backed by MPs - but West Dorset's Chris Loder voted against the amendment.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Four more Parnham holiday lodges approved
Four riverside holiday lodges have been agreed for the grounds of Parnham House near Beaminster– adding to six others approved earlier in the year.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Mapperton Wildlands rewilding project on BBC this week
A major rewilding project at the Mapperton estate in West Dorset is being featured in a BBC One documentary this week.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:43:51 +0100Liz Truss resigns as PM losing out to Daily Star lettuce
British Prime Minister, Liz Truss has resigned today meaning the Daily Star lettuce wins the race and outlasts the PM's time in power.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Dorset boozers ranked in top 10 most haunted
WITH Halloween just around the corner, Dorset has made a top 10 of counties with the most 'haunted pubs'.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Up to an extra £1,000 for Homes for Ukraine hosts this winter
Homes for Ukraine hosts will be paid extra money this winter.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bridport v Royal Wootton Bassett Town: FA Vase preview
BRIDPORT boss Chris Herbst has backed the Bees to cause an FA Vase upset against Royal Wootton Bassett Town on Saturday – but only if his players believe in themselves.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100Series of Harry Potter coins with to be released by the Royal Mint
A new series of limited edition Harry Potter 50p coins is to be released next year as Queen Elizabeth and King Charles III set to feature.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Group dog walk in Poundbury for Dorset MS Society
A group dog walk in support of the MS Society is being held on the Great Field in Poundbury.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bridport Reserves poised to name new manager
BRIDPORT Reserves are on the verge of naming their new manager, former boss Chris Herbst has revealed.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bridport win Seniors Classic in Cheshire
BRIDPORT & West Dorset Golf Club stars claimed a national title last week by winning the Seniors Classic at the Portal championship course in Tarporley, Cheshire.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100East Dorset Dockers 29-15 Bridport: Blues hindered by injuries in loss
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Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Clyst Valley 2-4 Lyme Regis: Seasiders go five games unbeaten
LYME Regis moved into second place in the Devon & Exeter League Premier Division courtesy of an impressive 4-2 win at Clyst Valley.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:50:55 +0100Liz Truss resigns: Will there a general election?
Liz Truss is set to become the shortest-serving UK Prime Minister in history after she announced her resignation on Thursday, October 20.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 15:05:59 +0100Liz Truss resigns: UK reacts to shortest-serving PM's resignation
Party leaders like Keir Starmer and Nicola Sturgeon, backbenchers, and commentators across the UK are reacting to Liz Truss' resignation.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:19:17 +0100Liz Truss resigns: Will the taxpayer pay for new Tory leadership race?
Liz Truss is set to become the shortest-serving Prime Minister in history following her resignation speech which she gave after just 44 days in office.
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:59:34 +0100Liz Truss resigns and becomes shortest-serving Prime Minister
Liz Truss resigns as Prime Minister following just 44 days in office
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 12:40:06 +0100What is the 1922 committee for the Conservative party?
How much power does the 1922 committee hold in deciding what will happen to Prime Minister Liz Truss?
Thu, 20 Oct 2022 12:19:30 +0100What happens if Liz Truss resigns as Prime Minister?
What happens if Liz Truss resigns as pressure mounts on Prime Minister after chaos in the House of Commons?
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100160 job vacancies at Aldi supermarket in Dorset
BUDGET supermarket Aldi is creating 160 new vacancies in Dorset in the build up the Christmas period.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bridport husband and wife who completed London marathon
A Bridport couple have completed the London Marathon together, raising more than £4,000 for charity.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:10:00 +0100Dorset Police take part in national clamp down on drugs
Dorset Police have taken part in a national clamp down on drugs as part of the Operation Viper initiative.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:39:55 +0100Suella Braverman resigns as Home Secretary after Liz Truss meeting
Reports suggested Suella Braverman told Liz Truss she would be leaving
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Dashcam footage now accepted when reporting litter thrown from vehicles in Dorset
DRIVERS across Dorset can now use their dashcam footage to report rubbish thrown from vehicles - and those caught could face fines of up to £100.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Modern slavery cases drop in Dorset but over half of referrals are children
Dozens of potential slavery victims were referred to Dorset Police in the last year as the Home Office reveals plans to restrict claims to stop alleged ‘abuse’ of the system.
Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:26:52 +010024 Dorset restaurants feature in AA 2023 Restaurant Guide
Dorset restaurants in Bournemouth, Poole, Bridport and more have featured in the AA 2023 Restaurant Guide