Dorset Police Use of Force: 2025/26
The use of force by police is one of the most scrutinised aspects of modern policing, balancing public safety with individual rights. Data published by Dorset Police for 2025/26 provides valuable insight into how, why, and against whom force is used across the county. This article examines the scale, patterns, and implications of these interactions. […]
Weymouth Town Council invites expressions of interest for a vacant community building in Wyke Regis
A new opportunity is opening up for local groups and businesses in Weymouth, as Weymouth Town Council invites expressions of interest for a vacant community building in Wyke Regis. The property is located at Wyke Gardens on Portland Road and could soon become a valuable hub for community activity or enterprise. The council is keen […]
APPEAL: Police issue images following suspected arson at Sherborne Police Station
An investigation is underway after a suspected arson incident at Sherborne Police Station in the early hours of Saturday 25 April 2026. At approximately 3.30am, a small fire was discovered outside the station’s boiler room. Emergency response measures ensured the fire was quickly contained and prevented from spreading to the main building. No injuries were […]
Jobcentres in Dorset Request Bank Statements from Universal Credit Claimants
Concerns are growing among claimants in Dorset after reports that Jobcentres are increasingly requesting detailed bank statements as part of routine checks on those receiving Universal Credit. Under current rules, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is permitted to carry out periodic “claim reviews” to ensure individuals are receiving the correct level of support. […]
Police have released a new image of a missing 59-year-old man as efforts to locate him continue.
Gary, who has not been seen since the afternoon of Thursday 23 April 2026, was last spotted at approximately 1.30pm in the area of Park Estate Road. Officers believe he may have left the location on a bicycle, prompting ongoing searches across the surrounding area. According to Dorset Police, Gary is described as around five […]
An elderly man has escaped a serious property fire that devastated a flat on Chickerell Road in Weymouth.
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 12:30pm, after reports of a fire inside the property. Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service quickly mobilised two crews from Weymouth and Portland, who were sent to tackle the blaze. Firefighters arrived to find significant damage within the flat, with the fire believed to have […]
Greenhill Rafts Shelved for 2026 as Safety Concerns Prompt Review
The future of the much-loved swimming rafts at Greenhill Beach has been put on hold after Weymouth Town Council agreed not to reinstall them for the 2026 season. The decision follows what councillors described as “careful consideration” of legal advice from a specialist health and safety firm. Based on that guidance, the council’s committee accepted […]
Housing Allocation Controversy: Should Afghan Families Be Prioritised Over Long-Waiting LocalResidents?
The recent Cabinet decision under the Local Authority Housing Fund (LAHF) 4 has reignited a deeply contentious debate: should Afghan refugee families be prioritised for housing over local residents who have, in many cases, waited years on housing lists? Under the LAHF4 scheme, Dorset Council has approved £662,000 in capital funding alongside £4,796 in revenue […]
Arrest Made Following Reported Serious Assault in Weymouth
A teenager has been arrested in connection with a reported serious assault in Weymouth, following what police have described as extensive and ongoing investigations. Officers from Dorset Police were called at 9.16pm on Thursday 16 April 2026 to reports that a 19-year-old man had been assaulted near the junction of Dorchester Road and Melcombe Avenue. […]
Trying “Too Good To Go” at Greggs: A Pleasantly Surprising Experience
With growing awareness around food waste and rising living costs, apps like Too Good To Go have attracted significant attention. Designed to connect customers with businesses that have surplus unsold food, the platform offers “magic bags” at heavily discounted prices—helping reduce waste while delivering value to consumers. Having heard so much about it, we decided […]