Wessex Devolution: Better Government or Simply More Government? Wednesday, 1 July, 2026 The debate over English devolution has returned to the political agenda, with renewed discussion about creating a Wessex Strategic Authority covering BCP, Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. Supporters argue that such a move would unlock investment, secure additional Government funding and give local leaders greater influence over transport, planning, skills and economic development. Those are... Local News
Starmer's Farewell Speech Couldn't Hide Labour's Record 23rd June 2026 Starmer's Farewell Speech Couldn't Hide Labour's Record In his resignation speech yesterday, Sir Keir Starmer sought to present a positive account of his time... Westminster News
What Lies Behind the Headline of a £4.6 Million Overspend? 15th June 2026 BCP's £4.6 Million Overspend May Not Be the Biggest Financial Concern The Bournemouth Echo has reported that BCP Council ended the 2025/26 financial year with a... Local News
Make a Difference Where You Live 31st May 2026 Could You Be a Councillor? Make a Difference Where You Live Every day, local councils make decisions that affect our lives – from roads, parking and planning to... Local News
Who is Old Christchurch Road actually for? 25th May 2026 Who is Old Christchurch Road actually for? BCP Council’s latest redesign of parts of Old Christchurch Road has left many residents and local businesses... Local News
The Difference Between Bournemouth Town Council & BCP Council 17th May 2026 Understanding the Difference Between Bournemouth Town Council & BCP Council With the introduction of Bournemouth Town Council, many residents are understandably... Local News
Stop The Holiday Tax 17th May 2026 STOP THE NEW ‘HOLIDAY TAX’ PROTECT OUR COASTAL ECONOMY The Labour Government is pushing forward plans to allow new overnight ‘Holiday Taxes’ in England opening... Local News
Government Agenda: Uninspiring 14th May 2026 Government Agenda in King's Speech Lacks Ambition BCP Conservative Group Leader, Cllr John Beesley, has criticised the Government’s legislative programme set... Local News
Welcoming our new Town Councillors 9th May 2026 Congratulations to our newly elected Bournemouth Town Councillors for Bournemouth Central, Westbourne & West Cliff, Karen Hay and Michael Labidi. As Bournemouth... Local News
Town Council Election Reminder 6th May 2026 LAST MINUTE REMINDER FOR BOURNEMOUTH WEST RESIDENTS Polling day is Thursday 7th May 2026 for the new Town Council elections. Here’s a quick reminder of who your... Local News
Kemi Delivers ‘New Economic Revolution’ Speech 18th June 2026 Britain needs a new economic revolution just like the industrial revolution. National News
Kemi calls for defence spending increase 15th June 2026 Kemi delivers speech calling on the government to cut welfare and fund defence. National News
Labour Forced into U-Turn on Under-16 Social Media Ban 14th June 2026 Keir Starmer has now confirmed that the government will introduce a full social media ban for under-16s. National News
Kemi delivers speech on Equality under the Law 9th June 2026 Kemi has set out the Conservative plan to remove identity politics from public services. National News
Conservatives call on the Government to cut the benefits bill 1st June 2026 Under Labour welfare spending has spiralled out of control, and it isn’t slowing down. National News
Energy prices continue to soar under Labour 27th May 2026 When they came into office, Labour pledged to cut energy bills by £300. Instead they're up by £221. National News
