Category: Dorset Politics

Farming, community and ‘no’ to a ghetto

Simon Hoare MP’s March musings: championing British farming, lambing season, community advocacy and Government collaboration For this month’s column I thought I would look at...

Letters, cold swims and Polecats | BV Podcast

The first of this month's podcasts has, of course, all the letters and politics. Experience the unique camaraderie of cold water swimming in one...

The crucial livestock export ban

Local funding reforms gain momentum, and Chris Loder MP reflects on his personal commitment to animal welfare The Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill is a...

These Acts make a bonfire of our rights

Train drivers are being forced to strike again this month as part of a long-running dispute over pay and conditions. Regrettably, many people’s travel...

Unseen, unsung, unjust: carers need more help

should be something to rejoice about , but while caring is love, it also needs effort – veering towards work – and it is...

Wanted – one honest politician

They say there’s no such thing as an honest politician, but that’s an over-simplification. Some politicians are genuinely driven to do their absolute best...

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Kingston Maurward shines at Eventing debut

The inaugural event saw almost 300 competitors, and was praised for its beautiful setting, challenging courses, and exceptional organisation Kingston Maurward hosted its inaugural British...

A cruel father found guilty in 1905

Southern Times and Dorset County Herald - Saturday 07January 1905Charles Stay, a tramp, was charged with wilfully exposing three children, Charles, 16, Elizabeth, 11...

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