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Posts Tagged: Dorset

David Sidwick: Police and Crime Commissioners should not be too cosy with Chief Constables

Operational independence is nothing to do with electing an independent candidate as a PCC.

By David Sidwick | 2 March 2021

Faye Purbrick: Don’t split Somerset in half

A single unitary model has worked well in those areas that have adopted it in recent years, including Dorset, Wiltshire, and Buckinghamshire.

By Faye Purbrick | 16 December 2020 | 15 comments

Gareth Streeter: An intelligent spending review could halt the Liberal Democrats in their tracks in the South West

More investment in rural transport and digital infrastructure and a voice for our fisherman would make a big difference to local campaigns.

By Gareth B Streeter | 12 September 2019 | 97 comments

David Sidwick: The facts show you are safer with a Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner

Comparing the data of the best and worst performing forces, we can see the difference made by applying Peelian principles.

By David Sidwick | 9 August 2019 | 34 comments

Bob Seely: Saving Britain billions. Ideas for the contenders in this leadership contest.

This is a contribution to the debate – now let’s see what the candidates offer during the week ahead.

By Bob Seely MP | 9 June 2019 | 49 comments

The local elections revisited: an analysis of results in the South West

The long-awaited Liberal Democrat revival in their traditional strongholds finally transpired. But the independents also made big gains.

By Harry Phibbs | 17 May 2019 | 12 comments

Local elections: The Conservative/Labour battlegrounds

York, Derby High Peak, Gravesham, Amber Valley, and Basildon are among the councils where the Tories face losing power.

By Harry Phibbs | 29 April 2019 | 46 comments

Katrina Wood: Two separate unitary councils is the best deal for Buckinghamshire

This would both save money and provide a better focus on local communities.

By Katrina Wood | 6 February 2017 | 10 comments

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