Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council18 hrs agoNew sites considered as part of council homes planBCP Council says it needs to find space for 3,000 new homes a year because of government targets.18 hrs ago3 days agoPier safety work to start as restoration on holdContractors are due to begin dismantling Bournemouth Pier's deteriorating landing stages on Monday.3 days ago7 days agoCouncil refuses to rule out tax rise above 5%BCP Council says it has not ruled out raising council tax to help close a £27m budget gap.7 days ago13 Sept 2026Council explores possible seaside town tram networkBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is considering a potential tram route across the region.13 Sept 202610 Sept 2026Developer unveils plan to demolish Sandbanks hotelDevelopers say they can knock down the Haven Hotel under "permitted development" rights.10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026Self-driving grocery robots could hit streets soonThe autonomous delivery vehicles would serve Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.10 Sept 20262 Sept 2026Higher seafront parking fines could extend to schoolsA trial of higher fines for illegal parking near Bournemouth's beaches is being assessed by the Department for Transport.2 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Resorts' parking revenue down despite busy summerVisitors appear to have had spent less time and money in the resorts, with parking income down.1 Sept 20261 Sept 2026New traffic restrictions for school road trialThe aim is to improve safety for children travelling to school and alleviate congestion.1 Sept 2026...