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Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck wants to thank its volunteers for their exceptional contribution to the charity and local community.

A Weymouth roofer has been prosecuted for charging for unnecessary work and work he didn’t do at the homes of two women, one aged 94, the other 67.

Anyone donating to the Dorset Community Foundation’s Surviving Winter appeal in December will have their donation doubled.

Those who don’t need the government Winter Fuel Payment are encouraged to donate it to the Surviving Winter appeal.

The Surviving Winter Appeal has again been launched in Dorset to enable older people to eat, as well as to stay warm, over the colder months.

People who are unable to afford food, energy and water bills are to be able to access financial support this winter.

The support scheme has been extended to the summer to help residents who are facing hardship due to the pandemic.

This week a number of projects in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are to receive a share of £700,000 funding.

We’ve all been clearing out during the lockdowns, but make sure your unwanted items are going to a genuine charity.

With families experiencing a reduction in income, and people spending more time at home, this advice is timely.