Latest News, Planning Lists & Newsletters
August 2024 Planning List
The latest planning list is now available to download here. While summer often brings a slowdown in new applications, August has been notably active. We’ve seen a continuation of the decision-making momentum from June and July, with a surge in applications – some substantial and others affecting Conservation Areas. In this update, we’ll cover key decisions from the past month and spotlight notable applications within the Canford... Read More
September 2024 Newsletter
Firstly, some good news! Not only has our new Secretary Andrea Charman settled in brilliantly and is fast getting me sorted out, but also an excellent volunteer has come forward to take on the vital role of Membership Secretary: welcome to Pamela Cavell. We (myself, Andrea, Vicki Moss and Antony Vickery from the Sandbanks group) met with our new MP Neil Duncan-Jordan for a very productive meeting.... Read More
July 2024 Planning List
The latest planning list is available to download here. Summer is typically a quieter period for new applications, allowing the council to address more of its planning backlog. This update highlights several important decisions made over the past month and draws attention to notable applications within the Canford Cliffs ward. Several outstanding applications have now been resolved, with most outcomes aligning with expectations, though a few surprising... Read More
August 2024 Newsletter
BCP Council now has a new leader, Millie Earl who replaces Vicki Slade who is now the MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole. Millie already knows the Association, particularly through our work on road safety matters. We will be making contact with him to make sure he knows about the Association and what it does. We will invite her to our next meeting. Her Council email... Read More
June 2024 Planning List
The latest planning list is available to download here. Despite a decrease in new planning applications last month, several significant decisions were made that will impact development within our community. This month’s planning list highlights some of these important decisions and outlines significant applications in the Canford Cliffs ward. The current ratio of decisions to applications illustrates BCP’s continued efforts to address the backlog of outstanding applications,... Read More
July 2024 Newsletter
Well, Poole has a new member of Parliament, Neil Duncan-Jordan. We will be making contact with him to make sure he knows about the Association and what it does. We will try to meet with him as soon as possible. His new email address is: neil.duncanjordan.mp@parliament.uk Also, very soon, we will have a new Leader of BCP Council as Vikki Slade is standing down from the role... Read More