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There was an increase in animal accidents in the New Forest National Park in 2025, with a total of 108 recorded.

Police want to establish the circumstances of the incident and are appealing for any witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage.

The new limits on Sandy Lane and Victory Oak in St Leonards and St Ives will be operational before Easter this year.

The collision took place on Saturday 13 December on the B3078 near the junction of Lumber Lane in Knowlton.

Crews received abuse from the public both verbally and physically, and the council is determined to stamp it out.

Local people can have their say on whether a Local Lane Rental Scheme should be implemented.

The collision took place on Monday 15 December in Canford Heath Road, near to the junction with Plantation Road, and witnesses are sought.

Dorset Council is to improve walking and cycling journeys, but motorists need to allow extra time for their journeys during the works.

The authority has been given a level 3 rating by Active Travel England in recognition of travel improvements across the conurbation.

Dorset Council welcomes additional funding for services but argues that other authorities in the south receive more.