The Alfred Daily is a 30-minute radio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On The Alfred Daily today:

• ‘Serious’ situation within Dorset health service warns public heath boss.
• Hike in positive COVID-19 cases in Shaftesbury area.
• Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce decides against large events this year.
• Fire closes A350 near Semley.
• Shaftesbury chicken keeper Kate Scott breaks the ice for thirsty birds.
• Paul Merefield’s pub quiz.
• A ‘cheeky’ walk around Ludwell with Shaftesbury rambler Tom Perrett.
• Shaftesbury book reviewer Karen Cole recommends ‘Midnight at Malabar House’.
• The sound of icicles alongside a North Dorset lake.