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Category: Opinion Column

Here you’ll find The BV’s regular anonymous opinion columns: The Dorset Insider – written by a long-serving parish councillor, offering an informed look at local politics and community affairs — and The Grumbler, a monthly open column where guest writers air their frustrations, amusements and strong opinions. Together they bring Dorset’s voices to life, with sharp insights, wry humour and plenty to agree (or disagree) with.

Dorset community news

The rise of the suspicious wax jacket man

Hello BV – long-time reader, first-time Grumbler here. I’m actually an avid fan of the excellent Dorset Insider, being a long-time parish councillor myself:...
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Dorset community news

Devolution of power … or dumping unwanted tasks?

A recent council get-together to discuss tempted me out the house – it’s a hot topic just now. But what exactly is the deal...
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Dorset community news

A digital ID? More like a digital dog lead

They say it won’t be compulsory. Then they say you can’t work without one. Well, where I come from, if you can’t earn a...
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Dorset community news

Councillors need to be able to rock the boat

When I first asked what type of work I’d be doing as a new parish councillor, I was firmly told that all I would...
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Dorset community news

Spare us the hunting sermon

It’s a delicate balance: rural tradition, public opinion, and the spotlight of a major agricultural show. So when the Hound Parade commentary at this...
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Dorset community news

The road to nowhere

Running alongside the Dorset Local Plan consultation is another, almost as important: the Local Transport Plan, a joint plan between Dorset Council and BCP...
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