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Bournemouth Local Democracy Reporter

Here you can view the work I had published as Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Local Democracy Reporter on sites such as; Bournemouth Echo, Dorset Echo, Bournemouth One, Greatest Hits, and BBC News.

Bournemouth Echo •

Opposition councillors criticise BCP Council's £27MILLION overspend

BCP Council has entered a “red spend control environment” and introduced strict measures to reduce costs, imposing limits on recruitment, agency spending, overtime, procurement, and discretionary expenses.

The financial crisis is being driven by soaring demand in adult and children’s social care, combined with declining government funding.

Councillor John Beesley, leader of the Conservative group, said: “Residents have repeatedly been asked to pay more on the promise that difficult decis...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council considering selling off part of historic farm land and buildings in Poole

Upton Park Farm, which covers 89.7 acres, includes the original farmhouse, three Pentre Cottages, agricultural buildings, yards, barns, and fields.

The council took control of the site after the farm tenancy was ended on April 2.

A report is asking cabinet members to approve the sale of parts of Upton Park Farm to help fund the purchase of the former farm tenancy, while retaining fields and barns for an expansion of Upton Country Park.

Under the recommended option, BCP Council would...
Bournemouth Echo •

'This isn’t spending money willy nilly': Greens call for election savings to be used

At a meeting on August 17, an adjusted budget was put forward, Green Party town councillors proposed an amendment to use funds from savings made to benefit residents and improve the council’s long-term financial resilience, instead of being set aside in reserves.

Cllr Sara Armstrong said: “Our proposal was about three things: fairness, transparency and investment in communities.

“There was an unexpected £140,000 saving on election costs.

“We wanted to turn that into investment that b...
Bournemouth Echo •

Rough sleepers in BCP to be supported into safe housing after £5m funding boost

BCP Council has secured £4.7million from the Government to help address rough sleeping. The council has said the money is going towards supported housing and longer-term home as well as funding for wraparound services that help people rebuild their lives.

Councillor Kieron Wilson, cabinet member for housing and regulatory services, said: “Nobody should have to sleep rough, and we share the Government’s ambition to ensure people receive the support they need.

“However, ending rough sleepi...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council to consider new five-year plan to support people with learning disabilities

BCP Council’s Cabinet will consider the Learning Disability Big Plan 2026-2031 for publication and delivery.

This plan has been put together with the aim of supporting people with learning disabilities in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole to lead fulfilled lives.

To form this plan, a formal consultation took place from February 17 to March 29, 2026.

During this period, there were 97 consultation responses, including from people with learning disabilities, carers, family members, p...
Bournemouth Echo •

Works to take place along busy Poole road for nearly three weeks

BCP Council has said that it will be starting essential maintenance works on the A3049 Dorset Way.

The works will be taking place between the Holes Bay North Roundabout and Mannings Heath Roundabout from September 5 to September 21.

The works will include surface dressing, sweeping operations, sealing, and new road markings.

Dorset Way Diversion Map

The council has said that these works will cause some temporary disruption but will help protect the road surface, prevent potholes,...
Bournemouth Echo •

Fireworks displays in Bournemouth and Poole will return this week

The shows, a regular part of the summer calendar, were called off due to wildfire concerns following a government emergency alert on Friday, August 14.

The alert warned residents not to light anything that could spark a blaze, including barbecues and bonfires, amid heightened wildfire risk.

The Bournemouth beach displays usually run every Friday at 10pm from the end of July and were originally scheduled to continue until August 28.

Poole Quay had four Thursday displays planned throug...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council looking to sell building and relocate services to raise funding

BCP Council is proposing to dispose of its Civic Annex in Bournemouth, located next to the main Civic Centre, and relocate several key services currently based there.

The move would affect the coroner’s service, as well as election, events, and parking enforcement teams.

Councillor Jeff Hanna, BCP Council’s cabinet member for transformation, resources, and governance, said: “Like many councils across the country, we are facing significant financial pressures, with growing demand for serv...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council considers £11million IT investment programme to safeguard services

A cabinet report shows the proposed investment forms part of a long-term plan to maintain and secure the council’s IT systems between 2026 and 2032.

BCP Council’s IT infrastructure currently supports around 6,500 users across a number of sites, with a large proportion of its equipment reaching or already exceeding its expected lifespan.

The council faces increasing cyber security risk, rising maintenance costs, reduced system performance and a higher likelihood of service disruption, imp...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council welcomes PM’s pledge to tackle rough sleeping by Christmas

The programme, announced on Wednesday, August 19 by Prime Minister Andy Burnham and backed by £442 million in funding, will prioritise areas facing the greatest pressures, with the largest share of support allocated accordingly.

Councillor Millie Earl, leader of BCP Council, said: “We welcome the Government’s commitment to tackling rough sleeping and homelessness and look forward to receiving further details about how this funding will support communities across the country.

“Nobody shou...
Bournemouth Echo •

Gervis Place road works 'progressing well' with closure until 2027

In May, BCP Council started work on Gervis Place as part of their bus service improvement plan which will see the road, bus routes, and pedestrian spaces improved.

A public consultation on the proposed improvements showed that 72 per cent of respondents supported the objectives of the upgrade, which included improved bus journey times and providing two-way bus movements along Old Christchurch Road.

It is understood that the road closure will be in place until February 2027.

Digger On...
Bournemouth Echo •

BCP council set to overspend by £27MILLION this year

BCP Council has said the rising cost and demand for care services for children and adults is a major factor, compounded by a reduction in government funding.

Councillor Mike Cox CBE, deputy leader and portfolio holder for finance, said: “We have warned government repeatedly that councils across the country are at the sharp end of a national funding crisis.

“Ultimately, funding for vital services such as adults and children’s care is not keeping up with need or rising costs of delivering...
Bournemouth Echo •

"I'm selling up" says car wash owner following council enforcement action

Boscombe Service Station in Palmerston Road, Bournemouth, was issued an enforcement notice by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council after it failed to comply with noise limitation conditions set out under planning permission.

The planning approval covered the installation of a new valeting canopy and other upgrades.

It required all jet washing to take place inside an enclosed compound, with acoustic roller shutters fully closed during operation.

These measures are intende...
Bournemouth Echo •

Car wash in Bournemouth ordered to stop jet washing after noise breaches

Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole Council (BCP Council) has issued an enforcement notice to Boscombe Service Station, on Palmerston Road in Bournemouth, for not following specific noise limitation conditions.

The car wash had been granted planning permission on March 19, 2026, for installing a new valeting canopy, among other upgrades.

Under the planning permission, all jet washing activities were required to take place only within an approved enclosed compound, with acoustic roller s...
Bournemouth Echo •

£700k food inspection contract awarded to two London firms by BCP Council

The five-year agreement was awarded to two small and medium-sized (SME) London businesses and will see them provide environmental safety inspections for an estimated 1,800 eateries every year.

The contract was made through an open procurement process in which £675,000 was awarded.

This is equal to £810,000, including value added tax (VAT).

The awarded contract expects the agreement to run from August 26 this year to August 25, 2031.

The two successful companies are Osborne Richar...
Bournemouth Echo •

Vacant Bournemouth care home to be turned into block of 20 retirement flats

The scheme for the former Broadwaters care home in Bournemouth will repurpose the building’s three storeys to create 15 one-bedroom flats, four two-bedroom flats, and a three-bedroom unit intended for a manager.

The homes will be reserved for people aged 65 and over.

At a planning meeting on August 20, Giles Moir, speaking on behalf of Bracken Development Ltd, said: “this application is the first in a phased approach to redevelop the site.

“The application does not involve any signif...
Bournemouth Echo •

Former Retired Nurses Home site proposed as hospital car park

The plans come in the wake of the building on the site being demolished.

Allotted for short-term use, the space could serve as a car park for up to three years.

According to planning documents, the new car park would comprise 74 parking spaces.

If the proposal gets the green light, the new car park will be linked internally to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s existing temporary parking.

The eastern access point is not planned to be utilised for this temporary parking.

Plannin...
Bournemouth Echo •

Council respond as hundreds sign petition calling for leader and chief exec to resign

A petition on Change.org condemns a “continued failure to address serious concerns raised by residents, communities and local businesses” and expresses that “many feel ignored, unheard and let down”.

The petition is calling for “new leadership” that “restores trust” in local government.

Signatures for the petition have nearly quadrupled in the last 24 hours and now sits at 500 signatures.

BCP Council chief executive Aidan Dunn and council leader Millie Earl (Image: A Millard/ BCP Cou...
Bournemouth Echo •

Fried chicken takeaway could open a new location in Bournemouth

Sam’s Chicken is seeking to convert 573 Christchurch Road Bournemouth to a restaurant takeaway.

Sam’s Chicken, is known for its fried chicken, burgers, and wings, currently operates a location at 170 Old Christchurch Road.

The application includes painted lettering on the shopfront and the installation of an extractor flue.

The plans outline that the applicant wishes to make no other alterations to the shopfront besides painting lettering over an existing sign, which had previously b...
Bournemouth Echo •

Nearly 30,000 ice creams scooped up at Bournemouth seafront kiosks in just four days

In a ‘four day weekend’ that included A-Level results day (August 13), 28,874 ice creams and ice lollies were sold at BCP Council’s seafront kiosks.

BCP Council said this worked out to one ice cream or lolly sold every 12 seconds.

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Cllr Andy Martin, BCP Council’s portfolio holder for culture, said: “Summer is in full-swing across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and these figures demonstrate just how much people cone-tinue to enjoy spending time here.

“We are...
Bournemouth Echo •

Decision to fund Christmas lights in only four areas sparks criticism

Bournemouth Town Council approved a £60,000 pilot scheme for festive displays in Charminster, Winton, Moordown, and Kinson.

The move led to questions around unfair distribution and last-minute decision making.

Councillor Bernadette Nanovo said: “I welcome Bournemouth Town Council’s proposal to install Christmas lights across parts of Bournemouth.

“It is good to see Reform councillors finally recognising the important role town councils can play in enhancing our local communities....
Bournemouth Echo •

By-election date confirmed following councillor’s resignation

The by-election for the Hamworthy East ward on Poole Town Council was triggered by the resignation of Cllr Daniel Bleeze and will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

The poll will be administered by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council.

A spokesperson for BCP Council said: “The Hamworthy East Ward of Poole Town Council by-election was triggered by the resignation of a town councillor.

“Elections are a vital part of democracy and Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole...
Bournemouth Echo •

Bournemouth and Poole firework displays cancelled

BCP Council made the decision to cancel this week’s events in Bournemouth and Poole after millions received a wildfire emergency alert on their phones from the government, warning people not to light anything that could spark a wildfire, including barbecues and garden incinerators, barbecues, bonfires or fire pits.

The alert, issued at 7pm on Friday, August 14, advised people not to light anything that could start a fire, including barbecues, garden incinerators, bonfires, or fire pits....
Bournemouth Echo •

Health centre in Winton opens after £1.9 million investment

The new Winton Health Centre on Alma Road in Bournemouth was officially opened on August 18 after a £1.9 million investment from the NHS.

The centre has been transformed through a partnership between Banks and Bearwood Medical Practice, Dorset HealthCare, and NHS Dorset and is housed in a building owned by BCP Council.

The centre, which was previously closed in 2023, now offers GP services and a wide range of community health services delivered by Dorset HealthCare, including paediatric...
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Express.co.uk •

We run UK's 'best pie and mash shop' – customers come all the way from Australia

Often referred to as the original street food, pie and mash is a cockney classic and a staple of British cuisine - but the number of shops are dwindling. However, M. Manze, which constantly crops up on lists of the best pie and mash shops in the country, is changing with the times and continuing to thrive despite recent challenges. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjkn...
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The green pigeon that's become 'a tourist attraction'—but experts share concerns

Clips showing a bright green pigeon are going viral on the video-sharing social media platform TikTok, amassing millions of views and prompting people to flock to Northampton town centre in the hopes of seeing the unusually coloured bird. While the reason behind its colour isn't yet known for certain, it is believed it may have been dyed or painted green. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp...
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Locals living next to £286m prison fume as rowdy inmates cause chaos

Residents in Glen Parva, Leicestershire have said their lives have been made a living hell by Britain’s newest prison. The category C retainment centre opened in May 2023, replacing Glen Parva Youth Offenders institute and houses 1,700 prisoners who are near the end of their sentences. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwqh&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v11822...
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The 19 beaches named 'worst in England' due to major issue - full list

Each year, the Environment Agency tests 455 stretches of beach and rates the quality between poor and excellent. The samples taken reveal how much the water has been polluted with faecal matter from things like sewage, livestock, wildlife, birds and road drainage. In 2025 an additional six beaches were given "Brown Flag" status. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwq...
Express.co.uk •

Locals living next to £286m prison fume as rowdy inmates cause chaos

Residents in Glen Parva, Leicestershire have said their lives have been made a living hell by Britain’s newest prison. The category C retainment centre opened in May 2023, replacing Glen Parva Youth Offenders institute and houses 1,700 prisoners who are near the end of their sentences. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwqh&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v11822...
Express.co.uk •

The pretty little UK town named 'best place to live' in north of England in 2025

A picturesque town located in the south of the Yorkshire Dales has been named the best place to live in the North of England. Ilkley, West Yorkshrie, is an old spa town in Wharfe Valley just outside Bradford, admired for its moorlands, countryside and architecture. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwqh&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118222');document.getEleme...
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Iconic British author who only wrote 1 classic book died penniless in Paris

After contracting an ear infection and developing acute meningitis, Oscar Wilde died penniless in Paris. Despite only writing one novel in his lifetime, Wilde’s works are still read and he is considered one of the most famous names in literature. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed425dykqrwsxp&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118222');document.getElementById('ovp-primis'...
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Woman sparks fury after admitting 'being a mum ruined my career'

A woman who unexpectedly fell pregnant in 2023 has been accused of being a bad mum after she admitted having a baby ruined her career. const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwqh&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118222');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el);if('onscrollend' in window){document.addEventListener("scrollend",(event)=>{if(window.scrollY>...
Express.co.uk •

Fury as UK council spending a whopping £5k a day on empty offices

A council's headquarters have been closed and vacant for more than a year but taxpayers are still paying for the building. Nearly £2million was spent of Worcestershire County Council taxpayer money on maintaining disused property last year. The staggering figure is around £5,300 a day and includes a £390,000 payment on a study to assess the building feasibility. The slammed council is currently run by a minority Reform coalition which is two seats short of a majority following May's local electi...
Greatest Hits Radio (Bristol & The South West) •

UPFEST painting mural on Bristol double decker bus

A Bristol double decker bus is being spray painted with street art to promote popular festival UPFEST.First Bus in partnership with the organisers will be showcasing artwork from one of Bristol’s legendary street artists Cheo. The design will feature the most iconic landmarks from across Bristol and the West of England using Cheo's signature cartoon style. Event organisers say partnering with First Bus is a great way for UPFEST to bring the festival to the community and brighten up Bristol’s bus...
Greatest Hits Radio (Bristol & The South West) •

West Country cider maker works with Bristol Uni to preserve apples

A West Country-based cider maker is working with the University of Bristol on a set of 'groundbreaking' research into the preservation of apples.It has all been prompted by the worsening climate, with their efforts alongside Sandford Orchards in Devon particularly looking at varieties of the fruit which are unique or threatened - as, of course, apples are the beating heart of the industry.Devon is said to be a perfect micro-climate for cider apples, and is home to the country’s oldest mill and o...
Gloucestershire Live •

My tips for disabled students thinking about university

Gloucestershire Live as been working alongside journalism students at the University of Gloucestershire. We have recently taken the time to come into the university's Park Campus in Cheltenham and use the space we've been provided as a newsroom.

Below, one of the students we have worked with, Amy Woodward, 21, has written her own experience on living with Aniridia (lack of an iris and having better vision at close range) and also advice for any young person considering university with similar c...
Gloucestershire Live •

'My life in Cheltenham as a disabled person'

Over the past month, Gloucestershire Live has been teaming up with journalism students at the University of Gloucestershire. We've recently spent time at its Park Campus in Cheltenham, using the space provided as a newsroom.

One of the students we've worked with, Amy Woodward, 21, has written a first-person piece on life as a disabled person. Amy is a second year student as she explores what life is like living with a visual impairment.

You can read her piece below. If you would like to share...
Gloucestershire Live •

'I'm visually impaired and people just vanish when they see my white cane'

Over the past month, Gloucestershire Live has been teaming up with journalism students at the University of Gloucestershire. We've recently spent time at its Park Campus in Cheltenham, using the space provided as a newsroom.

One of the students we've worked with, Amy Woodward, 21, has written an interview with Derek, a resident of Woodmancote near Bishop's Cleeve. Both Amy and Derek are blind.

Interviewing him at home, Amy explores what it is like to be a blind person and brings up some key di...

University Work

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Gltwenties •

Update: Prime Ministers in Their Own Words: Boris Johnson Fails to Impress in Gloucestershire

The day has arrived when Boris Johnson is coming to town… but who will be there to see him? This time last week 53% of tickets hadn’t sold and with less then twelve hours to go 43% of tickets remain unsold.He is coming to the event to promote his new book Unleashed, a tale covering Johnson political career from becoming Mayor of London through to his time as Prime Minister handling Brexit and Covid. Critics are divided over whether the book is full of Johnson blowing his own trumpet or if he is...
Gltwenties •

Jess Philips Discusses MP Safety and Social Media at the Cheltenham Lit Fest

is time five years ago, at this exact festival, Jess Philips received the news of the death of fellow parliamentarian David Amos who was stabbed at his constituency surgery Southend. Coming back to talk about her new book, Let’s Be Honest, she discusses the last 14 years of government, her own experience of government so far and the importance of safety - for not only ordinary people, but for MPs and the affect that social media is having.
Gltwenties •

Prime Ministers Time in Office: in Their Own Words

Over 50% of tickets for Boris Johnson’s Literature Festival talk on his memoir Unleashed, haven’t sold.Boris Johnson was one of five Conservative Prime Ministers in the last 14 years. During his time in office, scandal after scandal surfaced from the prorogation of Parliament to Partygate, making him possibly one of the most controversial Prime Minister's of recent times. His book covers the highs and lows of his political career from Brexit to COVID and concludes that Britain is an exceptional...

Marketing Internship NCW 2021-2022

Explore some of the work I did for my school’s marketing department between 2021-2022

New College Worcester •

The annual MCC v NCW Cricket Match is back!

There are many school events that as a community, we all enjoy and look forward to during the summer.

One of those events is of course the annual MCC v NCW Cricket Match!

It was a beautiful day for this year’s match, with the sun shining and a light breeze. As the MCC team donned their variety of Sim Specs, the spectators took their places for what is always a fun, but hard-fought competition.

Clive Spencer acted as umpire, and Lynne Newell from the Worcester Old Elizabethans as the scorer.
New College Worcester •

Raising awareness of Retinoblastoma

This week, 7 – 14 May, is Retinoblastoma Awareness Week.

Retinoblastoma is a type of eye cancer which can most commonly be found in babies and young children and is often spotted by having a white pupil. The condition can cause people to lose one or both eyes, and has significant psychological and physical impact.

Sixth Form student Samih has been blind from the age of 2 due to Retinoblastoma. “It can feel quite isolating because people with Retinoblastoma are a minority within the vision impa
New College Worcester •

Mental Health Awareness Week

From 9 – 15 May, the UK will be celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week – a week which aims to inspire action to promote messages of good mental health for everyone. The event has continued to grow each year with more and more focus being put on to mental health, and is now one of the biggest awareness weeks across the UK!

Last year, the theme given to the week was surrounding nature which was particularly important given the pandemic. This year’s theme is loneliness. This is because of the de
New College Worcester •

We Will Rock You!

For the last few months, the corridors of school at NCW have been filled with the sound of rock music and singing – it could only be the rehearsals for the We Will Rock You school production!

Staff and students involved in this year’s exciting production have been rehearsing relentlessly, and finally presented their hard work to the school community and parents on Thursday 10th and Friday 11th March.

We Will Rock You tells the story of a globalised future where the world doesn’t have music. A
New College Worcester •

Children's Mental Health Week 2022

From 7 – 13 February 2022, it is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. The theme for this year is growing together; this is about growing emotionally and finding ways to help each other out. It has made me reflect on how NCW helps young people who are not only VI, but who also suffer with mental health issues.

Vision impaired students can suffer with a range of different mental health conditions, especially coming to NCW from mainstream environments – feelings of worry, social isolation and
New College Worcester •

"If you work hard, you will get something big out of it!"

Year 13 student Jack joined NCW in September 2014, and has been on a real journey in his time at college – growing in such confidence and independence.

Back in 2010, Jack suffered from a brain tumour which was removed surgically. Soon after the operation, Jack sadly developed meningitis and wasn’t given much hope for the future from his consultants in terms of being able to stand and walk again. The after effects of the surgery has had an impact on Jack’s sight as well as his balance and streng
New College Worcester •

Students experience pottery with Museum of Royal Worcester

On Wednesday 24 November, Year 7 and 8 students had the wonderful opportunity to have a pottery session with visitors from the Museum of Royal Worcester.

Visitors Kay and Louise brought with them the pop up museum, and were able to let students have an afternoon exploring the creative work from well-known Royal Worcester Porcelain. Students delved into holding rare and decorative pieces from their collection, some of which dated all the way back to the 18th century!

One museum piece was a spec
New College Worcester •

Experimenting with a new Van de Graaff generator!

The NCW Physics department have got a new Van de Graaff generator, and have been busy investigating the effects of charging a student!

A Van de Graaff generator is an electrostatic generator which removes electrons from the dome, moves them along a belt and takes them to the bottom of the generator. The positive charges left are spread out on the surface of the sphere.

Mr Stark charged up the Van de Graaff by spinning a wheel which turned the belt and transferred the electrons away from the me
New College Worcester •

Amy's University Lowdown!

Every student who wants to go to university has to go through the same process when considering where they want to go and what course they want to study. When you have a disability, this process can be made even more complicated – you have to consider various different aspects to get the best out of the opportunities available.

Recently I have been visiting different universities in order to help me decide where I want to study after I have finished sixth form. I’m looking to study Journalism.
New College Worcester •

Students receive visit from Slam Poets for National Poetry Day

In celebration of National Poetry Day, Dr Jack McGowen and Ruth Stacey from the University of Worcester Creative Writing Department, paid NCW students a visit on Friday 8 October.

Both Jack and Ruth have been writing for a number of years spanning across various writing forms and genres. Students were delighted to sit and listen to poems, as well as having a go at writing their own.

Sixth Form student Amy took the opportunity to interview the creative writers to find out why they enjoy writing
New College Worcester •

Sixth Formers experience Hamilton on the Westend

Early on Sunday 19 September, a cold and rainy morning, a group of Sixth Formers were preparing to go on a trip to the Westend to see Hamilton the musical.

The idea came about earlier in the year during a drama lesson, where the class were having a discussion about what a great experience it would be to go and see Hamilton on the Westend.

Drama Teacher, Mrs Madden, managed to get tickets and a group of five students (Amy, Samih, Ethan, Martha and Jack) and five staff members were off on a min