POOLE

-Number of local people striking:

-Schools closed:
--First Schools - All closed except Stanley Green TBC and Sylvan OPEN
--Middle Schools - All closed except Hamworthy TBC and Haymoor Open to Year 5
--Combined Schools - All closed except Manorside and Talbot Both TBC and Hillbourne OPEN
--Secondary Schools - All closed except Corfe Hills Open for Post-16 year olds and St Edwards 6th Form open for study only.

-Other council services affected:
--Libraries - All open (apart from Canford Heath, closed anyway)
--Bins - Refuse and recycling collections will not take place. Residents are advised not to put their bins out.
--Poole Bridge - Closed to all road and pedestrian traffic. People are advised to make alternative travel arrangements avoiding Poole Bridge and to allow more time for their journeys. People travelling via public transport should also check with local operators about any changes to timetabled services caused by the disruption.
There is a commercial boat operator intending to operate a shuttle ferry service for pedestrians - 06:30-08:30 and 16:30-18:30. From Customs House steps to Shipwright Steps (Ferry Road). Fare is £1.50 each way.

-Rally: 
Lunchtime demo in Poole Park.