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Dorset’s fintech ecosystem has grown 32 per cent in last two years, new report reveals

A new report has confirmed that Dorset is an emerging and fast-growing hub for financial tech (fintech). The sector is estimated to contribute almost £200 million gross... READ MORE »

Rejuvenate IT, RockReef & Bournemouth One all triumph at the Bournemouth Business Awards

The Bournemouth Business Awards were held last week at Bournemouth Pier to recognise and reward some of the best the town has to offer, with a record number of attendees... READ MORE »

Lottery-funded project to strengthen grassroots groups in ethnically diverse areas gathers pace

A project to help voluntary groups and charities from ethnically diverse communities in Dorset become more resilient and self-sufficient is gathering pace. It’s being... READ MORE »

Dorset Community Foundation awards £275k to keep families warm & fed through winter

Grassroots groups have received £275,000 in grants to help families stay warm and fed in the colder months thanks to a partnership between Dorset Community Foundation... READ MORE »

Dorset Welcome Fund distributes £100k of grants to help refugees build a new life in the county

A fund aimed at helping refugees and asylum seekers begin a new life in Dorset has distributed more than £100,000 to grass roots groups and charities who are supporting... READ MORE »

Latest network event celebrates entrepreneurs in Dorset's armed forces community

The West Hants Club in Bournemouth was the venue for the latest meeting of a recently launched initiative to support entrepreneurs within the armed forces in Dorset. The... READ MORE »

Christchurch Civic Offices expected to attract range of buyers as council appoints CBRE for sale

BCP Council is set to sell off the Christchurch Civic Offices, with CBRE Southampton bringing the property to market. Located on Bridge Street, the offices were closed to... READ MORE »

Dorset Community Foundation reopens council-backed £225k support fund to tackle cost of living

Dorset Community Foundation has once again opened its BCP Food and Energy Support Fund, providing grants of up to £10,000 to local groups and charities. The fund, which... READ MORE »

130+ businesses in Bournemouth town centre now signed up to Against Business Crime Partnership

More than 130 businesses in Bournemouth town centre have now signed up to the new Against Business Crime Partnership working to tackle shoplifting and antisocial... READ MORE »

Poole Museum appoints Jaine Fitzpatrick as interim director to lead redevelopment

Poole Museum has named Jaine Fitzpatrick as its new Interim Director, stepping in to guide the museum through the final stages of its £10.3 million redevelopment. The... READ MORE »