Once back in the area on Thursday and Friday I spent some time looking at what we are doing locally to tackle unemployment.  Then I had a couple of constructive meetings regarding both the Weymouth seafront and Portland Academy proposals.

I was disappointed at the decision not to fund the seafront improvements and so was keen to meet local traders on a way forward.  I was very encouraged that there is a desire to move forward with private investment, with the right co-operation from the Council.  I will try to help make this happen so we can get a series of attractive cafes on the promenade/beach that will lift the feel and atmosphere all year round.

The Academy proposals go from strength to strength and I hope some more announcements can be made in the next few weeks to move the project on and show the island that they stand to gain the most exciting investment in education on the island ever.