Fraser Simpson is a reporter at the Bournemouth Echo. He studied journalism at the University of Brighton, where he also obtained a Gold-Standard NCTJ Diploma. He joined the Echo in February 2026. When not at work, Fraser can often be found in a cinema due to his love for film.
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