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• Council backs ten year specialist housing strategy

  BCP Council has approved a ten year strategy to improve specialist and supported housing across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The plan aims to increase good quality accessible homes and help people with additional needs live more independently. Councillor Kieron Wilson said thousands of residents rely on supported housing including older people, adults with disabilities and young people leaving care. Councillor David Brown said changing demographics mean the need for specialist housing will continue to grow. Cabinet members unanimously supported the strategy.

• CCTV appeal after woman inappropriately touched

  Police in Bournemouth are appealing for help after a woman was inappropriately touched at a venue in Wimborne Road. The incident happened on Friday twenty seventh of February when a woman in her twenties was reportedly touched over her clothing by a man inside Buffalo. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they want to identify as part of their enquiries. Police Constable Aimee Holland says officers are doing all they can to find the person responsible and are asking anyone who recognises the man to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police quoting the occurrence number.

• Bournemouth Rugby unveils rewards scheme

  Bournemouth Rugby has launched a new rewards platform designed to help supporters save money while supporting the club. The Lions Rewards Diamond Club app offers cashback, vouchers and discounts with local businesses and major retailers. Thirty percent of membership income and cashback earned by users will be returned to the club to fund facilities, youth programmes and community work. The club says the more supporters use the platform, the more it can reinvest into grassroots rugby. Bournemouth Rugby are currently top of their Regional Two South Central league.

• Dorset runner tackling four marathons in 90 days

  A Dorset woman is running four marathons in just 90 days to raise money for military veterans. Lisa Mullen, from Wimborne, is fundraising for Help for Heroes. She’s already completed two races and will finish the challenge at the Manchester Marathon next month. The charity supports former service personnel with issues including mental health, finances and adapting homes after injury. Lisa says it’s her way of giving back to the armed forces community.

• Labour criticises Poole civic centre sale

  Poole Labour Party says the sale of Poole Civic Centre has damaged the town’s identity. The Grade Two listed building is due to be sold to MCR Property Group by the end of March for redevelopment, although its future use has not yet been confirmed. Party chair Jake Ruggier says the decision reflects long standing concerns about the impact of the Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole council merger on the town. Councillor Mike Cox from BCP Council says the sale followed a democratic vote and will help fund essential services across the area.