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Information and landing page: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/emergencies-
severe-weather/emergencies/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19.aspx POEMS TO KEEP YOU SMILING
There remains a great deal of good advice on how people can protect
themselves online at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus. Finally, any Dorset resident who
needs additional support should be encouraged to call the Community Shield Yellowhammers Wild Orchids
helpline: 01305 221000 (open 8am-8pm every day).
I saw two yellowhammers today. Out of sight and out of mind,
I listened to what they had to say.
For anyone with eyes to find,
I never once heard a thank you or It's not a place Joe Soap would know.
Ever thought about fostering?
please, That's where wild orchids grow.
We are running a campaign to recruit more foster carers. There’s an even greater When they asked for a little bit of
need at the moment, as some of our existing carers are shielding. We need more bread and no cheese. Slightly off the beaten route,
Beyond the tread of Joe Soap's boot,
carers, otherwise some Dorset children may have to leave their friends and where
they are settled and be placed in care elsewhere. If you’ve ever considered Paul J Openshaw (April 2020) In the fulness of Spring's flow,
That's where wild orchids grow.
fostering, do take a look. Find out more at: www.fosterindorset.com
Out of mind and out of sight,

In the woodland's dappled light,
Public Health update and guidance changes It's no secret, but don't tell Joe,
That's where wild orchids grow.
As of mid-May there were 7006 confirmed coronavirus cases across the
Paul J Openshaw (April 2020)
southwest. This means that the region has the lowest infection rate in the country.
While this is good news, it also presents a challenge as the government eases
lockdown restrictions and more people from elsewhere in the country may be
tempted to visit Dorset.

New Coronavirus helpline for parents and carers
We have set-up the helpline
to support those who are
worried about their child or OUR VILLAGE SONGWRITER -
teenager during the
lockdown. If you are EILEEN RICHARDSON
concerned about how your

child is managing and you
need someone to talk to, A tiny candle
please ring. Our educational psychologists are available to help you. They will I saw a tiny candle, flickering in the night
listen to your concerns and can offer practical advice and guidance. The It cast a silver shadow with its glowing light
helpline number is: 01305 228300. It is open from Monday to Friday from 9am to Light up the night, light up the night for us.
4.45pm. Callers need to ring and make an appointment for a 30 minute phone
consultation. ‘Twas just a single candle, with its tiny glow
Guiding me in the darkness, showing me where to go
Broadband Light up the night, light up the night for us.

Chris Loder MP and I have met with the CEO of BTOpenreach to lay out forcefully There is so much darkness
our disappointment at the implementation speed, cost and overruns of their Some don’t see the light of day

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