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    Severe accident: A31 Dorset both ways

    BBC News Travel

    A31 Dorset both ways severe accident, between A350 Poole Road and B3078.

    A31 Dorset - A31 in Sturminster Marshall closed and queues in both directions between Roundhouse Roundabout and Lake Gates Roundabout, because of an accident.

    To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time

  2. BCP Council by-election results

    Tristan Pascoe

    BBC Radio Solent political reporter

    The results of two by-elections to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council are in.

    The Conservatives have gained Canford Heath, and the Christchurch Independents retain Commons ward.

    It doesn’t affect the political balance, as the Tory group still leads a minority administration, with 37 of 76 councillors.

    The Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner result is due within the hour here at the BIC.

  3. 'Life-changing' smartphone gift transforms lockdown for deaf Bridport resident

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    Video caption: John, 76, had spent nine months in isolation with very little social or physical contact.
  4. Envelope update

    Severe accident: A353 Dorset both ways

    BBC News Travel

    A353 Dorset both ways severe accident, between Sutton Road and Shortlake Lane.

    A353 Dorset - A353 in Preston closed in both directions between the Sutton Road junction and the Shortlake Lane junction, because of an accident.

    To report traffic and travel incidents dial 0330 123 0184 at any time