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THE BERE REGIS FOLK GROUP  T&PCs are asking for a special relationship with DC where their queries and
requests are treated as a higher priority than those from members of
public. T&PCs see themselves as the voice of their communities,
Details for the monthly live music night held in the Stable representing local needs, so would like DC to prioritise ("fast-track") their
Bar (skittle alley at the back ) . A quiet venue away from requests.
the main bars in the pub but close enough to order
refreshments. A wide range of different music is available  Role of clerks: we need to recognise that DC may inadvertently be putting
and no charges are made. pressure on clerks, and we need better understanding the role of clerks in
our communications T&PCs.

Tuesday 17th March 2020  There has been much praise for community Highways Officers - these are
named individual officers with direct relationships with local councils.
8pm in the Stable Bar at the Drax Arms West Street.
 DC recognises the varying sizes and complexity of different parish and

town councils. We will need different approaches to working together to
Artists meet the needs of different councils.
 Becoming Branches - To celebrate the release of their debut EP they will be  People have fed back that they liked the workshops and felt DC had
sharing some original songs with us.
productive conversations but will reserve judgement until they see what
 Martin Ansell - British acoustic guitarist, singer, songwriter and portrait happens next: DC now needs to act on feedback.
artist. He has been writing and performing since the early 1980's, and has The next steps will be for Dorset Council to work up some proposals and items for
toured with acts such as Van Morrison, Chris Isaak, Tom Robinson and The
discussion with town & parish councils in response to the feedback. These will be
Fixx.
discussed at a second series of workshops to be held in the coming months.
 David McKenzie - will be playing the bagpipes.
 State of Undress - The rocky rootsy fiddle-some band from Dorset. Playing Surgery
their own original songs, some traditional songs in their own style and a few
covers just 'cos they love 'em! From thought provoking to fun!!! We frequently and happily hold meetings with our constituents at a time and
place that is mutually convenient to one or other of us. We will respond to any
Come and join us for a musical St Patricks evening. email or telephone request to meet which we will hold either at a local village
hall, hostelry or at your home to suit you. Please ring or email us with the subject
matter so that we can prepare ourselves. Peter’s email address is
peterwharf@hotmail.com telephone 07986600799 and Laura’s is
cllrlaura.miller@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk telephone 07814 569563.
Peter Wharf & Laura Miller, Dorset Councillors for West Purbeck

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