County Show supports County Hospital Development
The Dorset County Show has donated £10,000 to the Appeal for the new Dorset County Hospital Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit.
Liberal Democrat’s take control of Dorset Council
The Liberal Democrats have taken control of Dorset Council following the local elections. It is reported that the new administration will review the controversial car parking price increases adopted by the Conservatives.
Business Secretary speaks to small businesses from Dorchester Chamber
Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch, visited West Dorset this week to meet with members of Dorchester Chamber of Business and small business owners across the constituency.
New legislation has expanded rights for employees around flexible working.
Several changes to employment law took effect from 6 April 2024 covering expanded rights for employees around flexible working, paid and unpaid leave, and protection from redundancy during parental leave.
Access to finance challenge for small businesses
Accessing finance is becoming more difficult for a large number of SMEs, according to new data.
Around half (49%) of business surveyed who accessed finance felt that getting funding had become more challenging over the past three years. Only 13% said it was getting easier.
