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U-turn on jet skis
PUBLIC OPINION FORCES DISTRICT COUNCIL TO RECONSIDER
PUBLIC opinion has forced West Dorset District “We intend to look at this issue over the summer and
By Philip Evans
Council to think again about their controversial encourage feedback based on fact rather than emotion
and hearsay.”
proposal to allow jet-skis to launch from the
council officials have been inundated in recent days with But after being deluged with complaints, Mr Thornley
Cobb harbour for a trial period. complaints drawing attention to the unsuitability of the has informed one of the leading protesters, Jill Newton,
Following a Facebook campaign - “Keep jet skis out of personal watercraft operating from the Lyme and West saying: “We will have another look at this issue.
West Dorset” - which attracted over 100 followers, district Bay harbours. “In looking at the jet ski issue in more depth via a con-
West Dorset MP Oliver Letwin also joined the legion sultation we did not want to cause any concern locally. It
of protesters and, in a letter to district council chief ex- is a relatively minor issue in terms of harbour operation.
SALE ecutive, David Clarke, he wrote: “I am bound to say that It is not about income generation, as some have said, and
Alan is Lyme’s
I rather share the view taken by my correspondents that as it is causing quite a bit of negative reaction locally I
The Garden Shop the peaceful enjoyment of Lyme Bay is likely to be very think we ought to change direction.
much diminished by what are inevitably very noisy ma- ■CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 new town crier
chines.”
Genuine Bargains to be had
Not consulted
Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm The idea of allowing jet skis to use the harbour was
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raised at meetings of the harbour users in Lyme and West
King Street, Colyton 01297 551113 REGATTA and Carnival secretary Alan Vian is
Bay last October where the district council claim there
Lyme Regis’ new town crier.
was “almost 100 per cent support”.
Mr Vian, a former headmaster and one of the
The Lyme meeting included a representative from
town’s most recognisable characters, was cho-
Lyme Regis Town Council as well as business represen-
sen by town councillors to succeed Phil Street
tatives from around the Cobb.
who held the historic post for18 years before
Harbour users have since denied this and town council-
moving to France to live.
lors complained that they had not been consulted.
Mr Vian was offerd the post after a cry-off
In a letter to one of the protesters, district council leisure
with two other candidates - Andrew Brown and
and tourism manager Nick Thornley recognised that the
Ruth Katz - at the Guildhall on Monday.
decision could “cause a reaction” so came up with the
Full story on page 3
idea of a trial with a limited number of permits.
He said: “The aim of this was for everyone to see what
a modern jet ski looked like and sounded like. Then it ■NOT IN LYME BAY: District council officers have
will be for the district council to consider a long term de- reconsidered their policy to allow jet skis to operate
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Oh yez! Lyme has new town crier
ALAN Vian has been
By Francesca Evans
named new town crier for
Lyme Regis.
It was announced that Andrew Brown, who cur- part in so many events
Mr Vian would take on rently lives in Rousdon around the town.”
the role by the Mayor, and is hoping to shortly Speaking on the history
Councillor Sally Holman, move into Lyme or Up- of the town, he added:
on Monday evening after lyme. He said that former “It’s an amazing place
interviews and a cry-off town crier Phil Street had and there are so many im-
in front of councillors and left “quite a mark on his portant people in Lyme’s
interested members of the life”. history... All of these peo-
public. But it was Mr Vian who ple who have had an im-
Mr Vian - well-known impressed councillors pact - that’s Lyme’s
around the town as secre- most with his extensive history, and it is a living ■LADY TOWN CRIER: If selected Ruth ■INSPIRED: Andrew Brown said for-
tary of the Regatta and knowledge on the history history.”
Katz would have been Lyme’s first fe- mer town crier Phil Street had left a
Carnival Committee, or- of Lyme Regis and the Mr Vian - who lives in
male town crier mark on his life
ganising many of Lyme’s role of town crier, and his Colway Lane with wife
he could carry his voice A new uniform will a choice and overall was
favourite summertime experience in organising Lynne, having moved to
events - competed against events and taking part in the town eight years ago - well in front of an audi- now be made for Mr very good. Obviously,
two other candidates. civic activities. said he believed the town ence. Vian, in time for him to councillors were very
Candidates included When asked what at- crier played a very impor- The traditional role of officially take on the role pleased that Alan ac-
Ruth Katz, a former tracted him to the volun- tant role in the town and town crier was opened up before Easter, when the cepted the position.”
teacher who moved to tary post, Mr Vian said: “I “added dignity” to ■NEW TOWN CRIER: Winning candidate Alan Vian when Mr Street retired town’s main events Following his appoint-
Lyme in 1995 and ex- passionately love Lyme events. gives his cry after 18 years in Septem- begin. ment, the Mayor said
pressed a great interest in Regis - all the pomp and He said that he would crier would take prece- give a generic cry about ber last year, and moved Town clerk Mike Lewis they had had “three very
the town’s history during ceremony of all the do anything he could to dence over any other Lyme Regis, recom- to South France to take said: “We were really good candidates” and
her interview, especially events. A particularly help and promote local commitments. mended by former town up a promotion with Au- pleased to have three can- thanked them all for the
in Mary Anning. special thing is that we organisations if he were Following his inter- criers Mr Street and gusta Westland Helicop- didates competing for the effort they had put into
The third candidate was have a mayor who takes appointed and being town view, Mr Vian went on to Richard Fox, and proved ters. role. It was good to have applying for the role.
District u-turn on jet skis
◆FROM PAGEONE the trial at a different loca- bours for a trial period dur- position. However, having
“We were really only hav- tion “where this is more ing 2012. listened to the local com-
ing a look at the issue be- background noise and “The trial would have al- munity we have decided
cause many of the harbour which depends less on the lowed the pros and cons of not to proceed with the
users thought that our cur- tranquility of its setting for use by jet skis to be looked trial.”
rent policy to ban jet skis its charm and attraction to
at in more depth, before Your Viewson jet skis
was odd or unfair.” tourists than Lyme Regis”.
considering a longer term see letters on page 14
Mr Thornley added that a And he added: “Wey-
meeting was being held in- mouth and Portland springs
ternally yesterday (Tues- to mind as one possibility.”
day) to reconsider the West Dorset District
decision to hold a trial pe- Council Leader Robert
riod with limited permit Gould said: “Many local
holders. people have contacted the
In his letter to the district district council with con-
council’s chief executive, cerns about the proposal to
Lyme traders to
Mr Letwin said he thought allow jet skis to use Brid-
it would be better to hold port and Lyme Regis har-
appear on ITV series ■THE Corinthian rowers from Lyme Regis are due
to finish the 2,500 nautical mile Atlantic Challenge
this weekend. The team of four have just 279 miles
to go and are expected to reach the finishing line in
■LYME Regis food retailers, the Town Mill Cheesemonger and the Old Watch House fishmonger, will appear Barbados on either Saturday or Sunday, when they
on ITV series “The Hungry Sailors” on Monday, January 23rd. Cheesemonger Justin Tunstall and fishmonger will have been rowing for almost 50 days since leav-
Simon Bennett were both interviewed in thier shops when Dick Strawbridge and son James visited Lyme and ing La Gomera in December. Track their progress at
West Bay last year. The two Lyme traders were then invited on board the Strawbridge’s boat “Amelie Rose”, www.taliskerwhiskyatlanticchallenge.com THE WINDOW
where they were cooked a special meal including their own produce. They will feature in the sixth episode of
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ALLAN GIBBS DAMIAN ALLINSON ROUGHTON
Well done passing your driving
Happy 50th
test. Love Mum,
birthday for 19th
Ade, Katy,
Jan. Fondest love, Nan and
Mum and Dad Grandad x
ALLAN GIBBS
ALISON RICHARDS
(MUM). Congrats for
Happy 50th birthday
your 69th birthday on
24.1. I love you Mum, Grandad Gibbie. Lots
hope 2012 is a great year ■THE new Atlantic 85 class lifeboat is built above
for all of us. of love, Thomas and, right, lifeboat volunteer John Dover is shown
Love from Hazel around the vessel
LYME Regis should receive its new £180,000 RNLI
DEAR GRAHAM GROOVY GRAN lifeboat at the beginning of March, members of the
volunteer crew have been told.
Happy 40th 69 on the 24th of
And for the first time the crew have seen pictures
Birthday lots of Jan. Happy birthday. of the new boat as it nears completion at the RNLI’s
love always Karen Love from Brenton, boat-building centre on the Isle of Wight.
The new boat is one metre longer, can take an extra
and Thomas xxxx Marita and Dan crew member, is faster than the current vessel and is said:
fitted with the latest equipment, including radar, GPS ”These boats are bespoke
and a video camera. pieces of kit. The crew will love the new vessel for a
GREAT NANNA DEAR BROTHER Officials from Lyme Regis visited the Inshore number of reasons, such as the much smoother ride
Happy birthday Happy 50th birthday Lifeboat Centre at East Cowes last week as the new because of the increased V-shape of the bottom and,
for the 24th Jan. on the 19/01/12. Best bitso a1t3 – w aene kA tcloannstitcr u8c5t icolnas.s – was nearing the end of ocuf eco cuarpsaeb, tilhitey r saod aerffi wchieincht.” makes the search and res-
wishes, love from
All our love, The boat, which will be officially named later this The new boat is powered by two 115hp engines
Wendy, David, Kerry,
year, is currently known by her number B857. and will be capable of 35 knots.
Sammy and Katie Adam and Carly xxx The new vessel will replace the “Pearl of Dorset”, an Lyme Regis crew members will be going on a famil-
Atlantic 75, which has been serving Lyme Regis since iarisation course at the RNLI’s Poole headquarters be-
JUSTIENE MCLEAN BRAIN It’s hard to walk the road 1967. fore sailing the new boat to the resort to begin
(nee Rattenbury) alone without you by my side, Manager of Atlantic boat building, Glynn Ferguson, service on March 3rd.
Many times I’ve needed you,
We love and miss you many times I’ve cried.
more than ever. You will If I could have a lifetime wish, T A H
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Double yellow lines
debate causes friction
in council chamber
COUNCILLORS were split over a LYME REGIS TOWN
suggestion to paint double yellow lines
COUNCIL NEWS
on a section of Uplyme Road outside
the Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis. By Francesca Evans
The suggestion came from PC
Richard Winward and officers of the
Dorset County Council Highways De- in support of the police suggestion,
partment, who both watched traffic said: “I never was that to happen but if
congestion problems outside the it did, we should be seen to have done
school during a weekday at 3.30pm, everything we could to prevent it.”
which they said was caused by vehi- Councillor Ellis said that putting in
cles parking immediately left of the double yellow lines would just shift
school drive where there are no yellow parking problems to another area of the
lines. town. She added: “I know it’s our town
Councillor Michaela Ellis argued and we should support our police but I
that she didn’t think the yellow lines do not feel like this is going to do any-
would have much effect on the prob- thing.”
lem. Councillor Rikey Austin argued: “So
She said: “So put in yellow lines and what’s the alternative - do nothing?
people will park there anyway and no- No. We put in the lines and we get PC
body will enforce it. It already happens Winward to stand there, enforce it and
at St Michael’s. There are yellow lines move people on.”
there and people park all over the Councillor Ellis: “And in six months
place.” we will be having the same problem.”
Councillor Terry O’Grady said that Councillor Austin: “We can’t just do
the police could enforce it if people nothing because it might move the
were parking dangerously or causing problem elsewhere. We have to protect
an obstruction. He added: “We have to the children.”
be seen to be doing something.” Councillor Austin also suggested that
Councillor Ellis added: “We will still the council work with the school and
have a problem because cars won’t be police to educate parents about the
able to stop so parents will drive up parking issues.
and down, up and down, looking for Councillor Ellis suggested talking to
their child. I think it will cause more Dorset County Council as they might
problems.” say “no chance”.
Councillor O’Grady: “To be honest, It was decided to speak to county
no matter what we do no one is going council highways officers to get their
to take a blind bit of notice until some- opinion and to work with the police
body gets run over.” and school to find other solutions to
Councillor Chris Clipson, who spoke the problem.
Cyclist calls for bike racks to
be installed around Lyme
TOWN councillors are taking forward the car park reserved for boat own-
a suggestion to install bicycle racks ers. I have never seen that full up.”
at three locations around Lyme Councillor Lorna Jenkin said she
Regis. thought cyclists would prefer it if the
The suggestion came from Colway racks were somewhere in view from
Lane resident and cyclist Liz Davis, the beach. She also thought that hol-
who proposed racks be installed near idaymakers may be willing to pay for
the Harbourmaster’s Office at the their bikes to be locked in a safe com-
Cobb, the Pound Street entrance to pound, and suggested the council
Langmoor Gardens and on Gun Cliff talk to the Dorset Cycle Network for
Walk below the Rock Point Inn.
advice.
Mrs Davis said this would help to
It was also suggested that there
reduce traffic congestion, particu-
was not enough space for a rack at
larly in the summer, would boost the
the entrance to Langmoor Gardens
local economy as shops and busi-
but that one could be placed near
nesses would be more accessible, re-
the library instead.
duce fuel emissions, improve the
Councillor Jenkin added: “If we put
health and fitness of local people and
in safe places for bikes we would find
free-up spaces in car parks.
ourselves on the cyclists’ map and
Councillor Chris Clipson said he was
they don’t bring anything but their
“very impressed” with Mrs Davis’ pro-
bike with them. They buy everything
posal but pointed out that Gun Cliff
Walk and all areas of the harbour in the town - it’s very good.”
were owned by West Dorset District Councillor Rikey Austin suggested
Council. that some funding may be available
“We could, however, make strong for the racks, as a way of encouraging
recommendations to the district sport for the 2012 Olympics.
council,” he added. “Something as simple as this could
“I can’t see any problems with a be our Olympic legacy,” she added.
rack at the Gun Cliff Walk location. At It was decided to take the idea for-
the Cobb I think the harbourmaster ward and speak to the Dorset Cycle
might say ‘no, go away’ but maybe in Network.
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Hundreds fill streets for Lyme’s
THE streets of Lyme Regis Spacey; Sir George -
By Francesca Evans
were packed for the first Danny Anholt; Sabra -
traditional mummers played by Georgia Rob-
play seen in the town princess, who leaned out The audience got into son; the Woodworser -
since the 1930s. from the Guildhall win- the spirit, cheering and Justin Tunstall; the
naTmhee dse a“sMounmalm foelrks ptlahye, doTwhe. production then jcehearriancgt earst, athned emnajoskyeedd Woodworser's breakfast -
Word!”, was written by moved on to George’s apple cake and mulled Leon Howe; Sir Apricock-
local resident Harry Ford, Square, where Sir George ale at the end of the per- Scott Robson; Archangel
and included folk songs, slayed the evil Wood- formance. Michael - Harry Ford; Lat-
grotesque masks, flaming worser, and then on to St ■The cast was as fol- terlammas - Glenn Ford,
torches and even a real- Michael’s Church to save lows: the drummer - Angela
life horse.
Lyme from ruin. Bet Rantipole - Dennis Taylor.
The traditional enter-
tainment started on Sat-
urday afternoon with
Lyme Regis Museum’s an-
nual wassailing celebra-
tions, led by Uplyme
Morris Men.
Closed-off Church
Street was filled with
spectators, who joined in
the wassailing song and
toasted to a good crop of
apples for the coming
year with mulled cider.
The mummers play
then started, with charac-
ters appearing from the
Guildhall. After an open-
ing song and another
dance from the morris
men, the crowd followed
the moving production ■TRADITIONAL HERO:
around the town - first Sir George arrived on
visiting Theatre Square, horseback and, above,
where the story’s hero Sir the Uplyme Morris men
George arrived on a ■FAIRYTALE ROMANCE: The princess, played by Georgia Robson, leans from sing the wassailing song
horse to romance the the Guildhall window to greet Sir George
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first mummers play since 1930s
■ LEAD THE WAY: Flaming
torches and drumming led
the crowd of hundreds
around the town. Far left,
writer Harry Ford opens the
show outside the Guildhall
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ArtsFest organisers looking
ahead to 10th anniversary
LYME Regis ArtsFest is holding its annual general meet-
ing at 7pm on Thursday, January 26th in the Guildhall,
and all those who are interested in taking part in next
year’s festival - the tenth anniversary of the event - are
welcome to attend.
The essential business will be the first item on the
agenda, followed by plans for this year’s festival,
which will take place from September 8th to 16th, a
little earlier than usual as it will be part of the Cultural
Olympiad and the final seasonal event of a busy 2012
for the town.
This is the meeting at which ArtsFest 2012 will take
shape, with all visual artists interested in exhibiting,
workshop leaders and those offering to run events
across the spectrum of the arts, registering their inten-
tion to participate.
“Following a very successful 2011 event, we are
looking to maximize the impact of the Cultural
Olympiad for our arts community this September,”
Soup and sweet lunch said ArtsFest director, Councillor Sally Holman.
“We have a creative team with plenty of ideas, but
it’s those who are going to pitch in and make it happen
once again who we want to sign up.
raises over £500 “Our artists bring a range of expertise and talents, Photo by PETER WILES
giving demonstrations and helping others gain skills
by sharing experiences and opportunities, and there is The success of the B Sharp youth music project
always room for development and newcomers. The means that they are contributing to the Cultural
■A SOUP and sweet lunch raised over £500 for the Lyme Regis branch of Save the Children. The lunch exhibitions of artists’ work, art trail where artwork is Olympiad in Weymouth and at Poole, but there are no
was held at the Pilot Boat Inn on Thursday afternoon, when members of the Save the Children branch displayed in shops and businesses giving a vibrant funds available to bring the huge choral performance
(pictured above) were rushed off their feet serving many local residents who supported the cause. look to the streets, and opportunities to meet and learn to Lyme.
from professional artists and craftspeople are always ArtsFest has to be self-sufficient, so each year has
popular with local residents and visitors. seen it develop with the emphasis on bringing visual
“Already we have B Sharp with their busking event, and performance arts together in a festival which of-
MTahe riners photographer Maisie Hill with a portraits workshop, fers something for all ages.
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A traditional roast... and everyone’s invited!
LYME Regis residents are writing, marking en- Queen’s Jubilee: of work and exhibit it at ther details and entry hoping that residents
being asked to apply for velopes with The BIG Ju- DIAMOND JUBILEE NEWS 60 Artists Cele- a prime venue at a forms, due back by will choose the new
tickets for a huge Sun- bilee Sunday Lunch and By Francesca Evans brate 60 Years”. prime time. While por- Monday, January 23rd, name of the Queen Eliz-
day roast lunch, as part sending them to the This will be or- traits of the Queen are are available from the abeth II Pavilion or the
of the Queen’s Diamond View Fromoffices at Unit ganised by Lyme certainly acceptable, or- Hilary Highet shop at 7 Jubilee Pavilion as a last-
Jubilee celebrations. 3 St Michael’s Business day will include a royal torchlight pro- Regis ArtsFest ganisers hope that Broad Street, Lyme ing legacy of this special
The BIG Jubilee Sun- Centre, Church Street, proclamation from the cession will be and the Town Mill artists will think laterally, Regis, or by emailing hi-
event.
day Lunch, a national Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 Marine Parade, planting held, with torches Arts Guild, and will creating something [email protected]
Forms are available
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the Woodmead Halls, mead Halls. Woodmead Halls called ing of the Jubilee Organiser Karol Kulik over the past 60 years.” organisers of the Jubilee Council’s website -
with two sittings at Other celebrations, “There Will Always Be An Beacon - another of the said: “The show’s royal All local artists are celebrations, led by the www.lymeregistown-
12noon and 1.30pm. starting on Friday, June England”. national celebrations. theme offers artists an being encouraged to Mayor, Councillor Sally council.gov.uk - and will
The traditional lunch 1st and continuing over On Sunday, there will Jubilee Games exciting opportunity to take part in this once-in- Holman and View From soon be printed in the
will include roast beef the extended Bank Hol- be a service of thanks- Tuesday will be dedi- create an original piece a-lifetime art show. Fur- editor Philip Evans, are council’s newsletter.
with Yorskshire pud- iday weekend of June giving in St Michael’s cated to the town’s
dings and all the trim- 2nd to 5th, are now Parish Church followed
mings, or a vegetarian being finalised by the by the BIG Sunday young people, with a Written applications for the BIG Jubilee Sunday Lunch tickets,
children’s fancy dress
option, followed by organising committee. Lunch and screening of together with payment, should be marked BIG Jubilee Sunday
party, a children’s street
apple pie and cream. Chelsea Pensioners the Jubilee Pageant. In
party in Anning Road Lunch and sent to the View From Lyme Regis at Unit 3, St Michael’s
There will be a free glass Events will start with a the evening the Marine
where there will be a
of sherry for the ladies, Commonwealth Day at Theatre will be hosting a Business Centre, Church Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3DB
presentation of Jubilee
half a pint of beer for the St Michael’s Primary music show, details for
mugs and children’s
men and squash for chil- School on the Friday, which will be confirmed
dren. and official weekend soon. passport to many local Name your Honoured Citizen
amenities, and the “Ju-
After the lunch, the Ju- celebrations will kick off A 1950s theme tea
bilee Games” on the
bilee Pageant on the with a civic parade and with swing band will be
beach.
River Thames will be march past on Saturday held on the Marine Pa-
shown on two big- morning. It is hoped two rade on Monday, while a The weekend will be LETTERS will soon be going out Each Honoured Citizen will receive vited to participate in the Jubilee
screen televisions at the Chelsea Pensioners, variety of boats from topped off with an from Lyme Regis Town Council to all a lapel badge and certificate and Civic Parade which will take place
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children - will be sold on ing part in the proces- sailing club, take part in Other events will in- to name one person who has given that the town council has their up- Visitors to the town will also be in-
a first-come, first-serve sion and other events a “Jubilee at Sea” event clude a number of exhi- sterling service and who they think to-date details so that the letters vited to take part in the parade to
basis. Those who wish to over the weekend. in the bay. bitions, including an art deserves to be honoured as part of are sent to the correct address. make sure that they do not miss out
attend should apply in Other events on Satur- In the evening, a huge exhibition titiled “The the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations. All local organisations will be in- on the celebrations.
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HIGH-SPEED OLYMPIC LEGACY DORCHESTER has ESSENTIAL TO LOCAL BUSINESS benefit everyone. In my
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Portland for the Olympic upgrade, BT working, Dorset will have to put up a District, has welcomed of the most recent inno- perfast broadband to that every business
announced in September that Wey- good case. If we don’t have a plan, the the news but empha- vations, such as low- businesses. should benefit from at
mouth was one of 114 communities cable will just lay there un-used. sised how important fast cost, high-performance She said that a higher least 2 mega bits per
chosen in the latest phase of its £2.5 “It will not happen without local broadband is for busi- video conferencing, sim- speed would be “really second so this is a good
billion fibre-optic, superfast broad- businesses driving up the demand nesses across the whole ply will not work reliably helpful” to LymeNet as general target to aim for
band roll-out – promising to deliver it and, at the moment, that is not hap- of the county. enough with slow both staff and clients as a minimum speed for
in time for the Games. pening. I think this is because busi- He said: “High speed broadband. solely rely on using the downloads.
Almost 20,000 homes and businesses nesses can’t see what superfast broadband is essential “This is putting Dorset internet. “Any improvements in
in Weymouth are now expected to broadband can do for them. What we to nearly all businesses businesses at a disad- “Particularly in rural the communications
benefit from the 40 mega bit per sec- need to do is start help- these days, and it is a key vantage when they are areas it is really impor- structure will ultimately
ond download speeds, and a further ing our users un- consideration of people competing with compa-
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after the Olympics. However, the con- band.” nesses, and therefore via a video conference.
nection will only be kept if businesses more jobs, to Dorchester “More and more shops Don’t know what speed your broadband is?
prove there is a need. then we have to have a in town are realising the
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Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th January 2012 - 11am ~ 4pm
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