Bridport Nub News

17/09/2026

Experts are hoping to persuade 15,000 Dorset smokers to quit the habit by 2030

10/09/2026

15 months after story broke, fate of sacked officers remains unknown. council says internal system improvements have been made

01/09/2026

Who knew there was so much going on in Bridport? Films, concerts, plays, lectures and much more. Check them all out via this link

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01/09/2026

Public confidence in council action is described as fragile

Council says that enforcement action is discretionary, not compulsory and that negotiated solutions are often preferred.

27/08/2026

Cops use latest tech to tackle drink drivers

“We are really pleased to be one of the first forces across the country using this new equipment and will always look to utilise the latest technology'

27/08/2026

Opportunity for arts and heritage groups to get grants

Arts and heritage organisations across Dorset are being invited to apply for funding through the latest round of Dorset Council's Cultural Organisational Revenu

13/07/2026

Planned budget savings fall short

Councillor: 'The original business case, in my opinion was inherently flawed, trying to go too fast, too soon”

06/07/2026

Street fair and unique event is coming

Come and enjoy Stoke Abbott Street Fair at Stoke Abbott.

06/07/2026

Police commissioner says its time to step up drugs battle

“We are now getting children as young as six getting into illegal substances and County Lines and we need to do more,”

15/06/2026

Spotlight on funding health priorities

Councillors are expected to note the scale of the pooled budget for 2026/27, put at £160.8 million, and the role it will play in funding neighbourhood health