Christchurch2 days agoMan in his 40s charged with rape of 14-year-old girlHampshire Police say the attack in Southampton was reported at about 22:30 GMT on Saturday.2 days ago3 days agoCouncil invests almost £4m in play areasBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council has secured £3.9m funding to upgrade play areas.3 days agoDorset9 Feb 2025Council announces £20m investment in green vehiclesIt is the second stage of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council's plan to make its fleet greener.9 Feb 2025Dorset5 Feb 2025Wessex councils not included in devolution planFour councils previously voted to merge and create a new Heart of Wessex combined authority.5 Feb 2025England4 Feb 2025'Dismayed' caravan site residents facing evictionMore than 60 families living on a caravan park have been told they need to leave by 28 February.4 Feb 2025Dorset2 Feb 2025Authority receives £9.2m to tackle homelessnessBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council says the funding will be used prevent rough sleeping.2 Feb 2025Dorset31 Jan 2025Riverside hotel expansion appeal successfulBCP Council initially rejected the project over concerns about its impact but that was overturned.31 Jan 2025Dorset30 Jan 2025Pavement fly-tip fines set to be cut by hundredsFines for fly tipping could be reduced by hundreds of pounds after feedback from residents.30 Jan 2025Dorset29 Jan 2025Children's services goes from inadequate to goodSome children were found to be "at risk of harm" in previous Ofsted inspections at BCP Council.29 Jan 2025Dorset
