Local News
News and events from across the Wallisdown area, including highlights from West Howe, East Howe, Kinson, Rossmore and Talbot Heath and Village.
Consultation on Public Spaces Protection Order Launched
BCP Council is asking people for their views on the potential introduction of three Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) in our coastal areas, some of our open spaces, highways and car parks. This follows concerns raised by local communities and visitors during the summer months, when a number of negative behaviours by some individuals impacted on the enjoyment of our beaches and open spaces and had a detrimental effect on the environment.
Check Your Photo ID Ahead of May’s Local Elections
Voters in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area will need to show an accepted form of photographic identification at this year’s local elections.
Have Your Say on Council Plans for Local Parks
As part of the Nature Recovery project which aims to connect people with nature, The Parks Foundation is asking local residents to share their thoughts on draft plans for seven parks across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
New £200,000 Film Studio in Bournemouth
A state-of-the-art film studio in Bournemouth has been opened up to businesses and organisations wishing to market their products or services professionally.
New Sustainable Travel Route Work Starts in May
Work is set to begin in May on the construction of new sustainable travel facilities along Wimborne Road in Poole between Denmark Lane and the New Inn junction. The project will take place in two phases and will see the area benefit from new cycle, walking and bus infrastructure improvements.
It is the first section to be built of the 7km green travel route linking Poole town centre with Merley, Poole and will link key employment, retail and education facilities including Poole High School, Longfleet Primary School and Oakdale Junior School, Canford Heath Junior School, Poole Hospital, Barclays House and Nuffield Industrial Estate.
£3.1million investment in a Cleaner, Greener and Safer Community
The council will invest £3.1 million into enhanced street cleaning, additional CCTV, Community Support Officers, and pothole repairs this year as part of its Cleaner, Greener, Safer initiative.
Plan Your Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Street Party Now
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be celebrated as Her Majesty marks an unprecedented 70 years on the throne.
Gigabit fibre currently being laid
Collaboration between two major BCP Council projects is underway with 3.1km of ducting for gigabit fibre (part of the council’s Smart Place programme) currently being laid at sites where sustainable travel improvements (part of the council’s Transforming Cities Fund programme) are also in progress.
New Phone App Reports How Busy Local Recycling Centre Is
You will now be able to check how busy your local recycling centre is prior to your visit by downloading BCP Tip Check: a brand new phone app.
New Crossing, Cycle and Walking Paths coming as part of the Transforming Cities Fund
Two brand new cycle lanes are nearing completion on Whitelegg Way as part of the Transforming Cities Fund sustainable travel programme. Now work is set to start on a new controlled crossing, walking and cycle paths and a raised table crossing close to Redhill roundabout.
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Poole Park Railway is Back on Track
The council has confirmed that following a successful tender process, Track Systems based in Shropshire have been awarded the contract to construct a new railway track and engine shed at Poole Park Railway.
Free Halloween Display on Julyan Ave
Come along for a free spooktacular outdoor Halloween display on Julyan Ave on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 October.
Crackdown on Local Fly Tipping
A crack down on flytipping is taking place across the area with an external company tasked with reducing incidents of flytipping alongside enhanced prevention measures through engagement with locals.
New Bike It Officer to inspire young people and promote cycling
A new Bike It Plus Officer has been appointed by BCP Council to help make the school run active and fun for families across Bournemouth and Poole.
