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Latest articles
New BCP Council Chief Executive recommended for appointment
We are pleased to announce that Aidan Dunn has been recommended as BCP Council’s new Chief Executive by a cross-party committee after a rigorous recruitment process. This appointment is subject to final approval by Council on 3 June.
Condolence statements for the passing of Andrew Wickham
Statements from Councillors Millie Earl and Andy Hadley relating to the passing of Andrew Wickham MBE, Managing Director of Morebus
Council helps secure new home for preschool
The popular and successful Mudeford Wood Playgroup, which provides a preschool education for around 70 local children, is working with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council to relocate to the former Highcliffe Day Centre from September.