Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole fails in Town of Culture bid
Despite disappointment, BCP council has highlighted positive outcomes following the 2028 bid, citing strengthened cultural partnerships.
Despite disappointment, BCP council has highlighted positive outcomes following the 2028 bid, citing strengthened cultural partnerships.
One of the South’s oldest community festivals will feature live music, tribute acts, a street parade and a fireworks spectacular.
Designs for five play areas have been announced and in total 120 will see upgrades and refurbishments over the coming months.
The main route into Christchurch is closed for the next three weeks, but businesses along the road are still open as usual and need public support.
Dorset Police are maintaining the cordon around the property whilst searches continue, with two people arrested over firearms offences.
With more children than ever going into BCP Council care, the council is facing a funding crisis and is asking the government to act.
The funding is available for Boscombe West, Hamworthy West and Turlin Moor, and West Howe over the next decade.
The enhanced scheme offers 102 safe places in Bournemouth, 57 in Poole and 16 in Christchurch, and they are signposted by a logo.
The artwork includes the Natterjack Toad, an Oystercatcher, Grey Heron, Stonechat and Shore Crab from Mudeford Quay to Gundimore Beach.
People will have the chance to put forward their views on how Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will shape up in the future.