Leading Brexit campaigner Simon Boyd of REIDsteel has issued a rallying cry ahead of this week’s general election
Ironman challenge raises £12,000 for Dorset charity
A Dorset charity has paid tribute to a solicitor who raised more than £12,000 in an Ironman challenge. James Kidner, a Partner with Ellis Jones Solicitors, raised a total of £12,149.50 for The Lexi May Trust after successfully completing the Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. The event involved a 1.2 mile swim, 55.9 mile cycle and a 13.2 mile run with no … Read More
Swanage CC are team of the month
Swanage CC first XI picked up the Dorset Funeral Plan team of the month award for May – after four wins in four games. The Swans were not expecting such a successful start to the campaign in the Premier League but found themselves starting June in top spot. During May they defeated Shroton, Poole Town, Wimborne and Colehill and Shillingstone. … Read More
Election day plea by DCCI
As the general election approaches on Thursday June 8, Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) chief executive Ian Girling has outlined his hopes for a business friendly Government. ‘A Government which listens is one we can do business with,’ he says. “In the most significant general election for a generation, it has never been more important to have a … Read More
Big boost for Hampshire charity
A spectacular medieval ball held in the grounds of Portchester Castle raised £13,000 for the Rose Road Association that works with children who have multiple and complex health needs. The Southampton-based charity is active across Hampshire and has been doing important work for 65 years. Almost 200 guests attended the event, some of them in flamboyant medieval attire. It was also … Read More
Banquet fit for little kings and queens
Youngsters at one Bournemouth primary school were treated to a banquet fit for little kings and queens. The four and five year-olds from Avonwood Primary’s Foundation classes royally celebrated the end of a special myths and legends topic. Called ‘Once there were Dragons’, the topic taught the children the wonders of castles, medieval times, royalty and knights. And it culminated … Read More
Wessex in alarming take-over
Wessex Fire & Security has acquired Wilton Alarm Services, the long-standing Salisbury-based firm, it has announced.
Ashes for ever
Changing trends in mourning has led to a funeral group introducing a new website for products that hold ashes. These ‘urns and keepsakes’ range from necklaces to sculptures and are designed to keep the memory of loved ones alive. Dorset’s Douch Family Funeral Directors has examples of the products in most of its branches so people can see, touch and … Read More
Businesses face a cyber-scare with new regulations
One of the country’s leading cyber-security experts has warned that many British businesses are completely ill-prepared for the introduction of new data protection regulations.
PKF Francis Clark plays key role in British team’s bid to win America’s Cup
A sporting challenge led by the world’s greatest sailor is being cheered on with special reason by a South West accountancy firm. The qualifiers for the 35th America’s Cup are now underway in Bermuda and, if all goes to plan, four times’ Olympic gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie could be lifting the trophy in late June. Sir Ben, who launched … Read More