New laws will make the funeral sector more transparent
Funeral directors will have to comply with a number of new regulations which will ensure bereaved families know the cost of funerals in advance.
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Don’t take inflatables to the beach warns lifeboat volunteer
“We strongly advise against taking inflatables to the beach,” said an RNLI volunteer after Poole Lifeboat went to rescue a child drifting on a lilo.
Specialist long Covid care services for children
The NHS is setting up specialist services for children and young people as part of a £100 million expansion of care for those with long Covid.
Dorset Council to consider its Covid-19 response
The authority’s Cabinet will look back over the last year, assessing its Covid response and plan for the future.
More than 40,000 visitors and 810 parking tickets issued in BCP Council area
On the hottest weekend of the year, people flocked to the region’s beaches and 89 tonnes of waste were collected.
Homes needed for young people in Dorset
As Dorset Council invites people to apply to become a Supported Lodgings provider, a Wimborne woman recounts her experiences.
Restrictions relaxed on hospitals’ birth partners
From this week, two birth partners are able to attend Poole’s Haven Delivery Suite and Central Delivery Suite at St Mary’s Maternity Hospital.
Don’t delay second dose urges NHS vaccine lead
The director of England’s NHS Covid vaccination programme, Dr Emily Lawson, is urging people who are contacted to bring forward their second jab.
Late 80th birthday present sends Ringwood man into a spin
Rob Forrester-Addie from Ringwood experienced the flight of a lifetime including a 360 degree roll on 30 May, 18 months after it was intended.
‘Good’ CQC rating for young adults’ respite home
Lawford Lodge, a respite home in Hamworthy for young adults with disabilities run by Diverse Abilities, has received a ‘Good’ rating as part of its first Care Quality Commission report.