Business

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Christchurch zero-waste shop to close at end of October

A ZERO-waste shop in Christchurch is to close amid falling sales. The store, in The Saxon Centre, has been offering…

Police launch fraud probe into Dorset property management firm

A PROPERTY management firm that operates in the Christchurch and Poole areas is being investigated by police. Detectives from Dorset…

Ferndown Wetherspoons closure date confirmed – despite Nightjar drinkers’ petition

A POPULAR Wetherspoon pub in Dorset is set to close next month. The pub chain, known as ‘Spoons, has chosen…

Ellis Jones solicitor qualifies into employment law team at Dorset firm

A TRAINEE solicitor at Dorset law firm Ellis Jones has qualified. Dayna Rodrigues has qualified into the employment law team,…

New house clearance shop opens in Ringwood

A NEW house clearance shop has opened in Ringwood – offering bargains for a good cause. Mayor of Ringwood, Cllr…

Wilko in Ferndown set for Poundland conversion after sites sold

WILKO in Ferndown is set to become a Poundland after a deal for the budget chain to buy up…

Dorset Chamber shortlisted for national award

A DORSET business group has been shortlisted for a national award. The Dorset Chamber is a finalist in the Chamber…

Law firm helping eco charity through Ringwood Carnival partnership

A LAW firm is helping staff get their hands dirty in a bid to make Ringwood greener.

HR firm expands into larger Ferndown headquarters

A DORSET HR firm has expanded into a new headquarters in Ferndown – just yards from its former home. Purple…

Green Gram share offer raises more than £5,000 as deadline approaches

A FRESH share offer from a Fordingbridge eco-shopping project has raised more than £5,000. Staffed by volunteers, The Green…