Improvement works continue on Dorchester’s Roman Town House
During the lockdown, work has been progressing on the Roman Town House in Dorchester.
We’re supporting Carers Week 8 -14 June
Carers Week is an annual national event and is about recognising and valuing unpaid carers.
Joint statement on future visitor management at Lulworth
Representatives from Dorset Council, Dorset Police, Lulworth Estate and South West Ambulance Trust met this morning (Friday 5 June) to agree a joined up approach to the management of visitor numbers to Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door ahead of the weekend.
Proposal to temporarily change council meeting attendance requirement
Dispensation is to be sought for councillors who may be unable to attend Dorset Council meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic period.
‘Pop-up’ walking and cycling routes coming to Dorset
Dorset residents are being asked to highlight congested walking and cycling routes to help shape ‘pop-up’ travel infrastructure in the Dorset Council area.
Work on Weymouth Harbour wall has been completed
Work on the harbour wall that was suspended due to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has been completed with the addition of safety handrails.
Volunteer ‘befrienders’ enhance support for Dorset’s shielded and vulnerable residents
Dorset Council and key partners in the community response to COVID-19 are working to make sure ‘shielding’ and vulnerable residents can get help to continue to live independently in their homes.
Swanage update – imprinting works
Night work in Swanage is transforming the new wider pavements.
Update on schools and childcare
Schools and childcare providers across Dorset are now welcoming back more children.
Our foster family tell all about homeschooling…
Groundhog day and TV appearances? Latest blog by Amanda one of our brilliant foster carers.
Plea to the Government: tell people to stay local
Statement from the Leader of Dorset Council, Cllr Spencer Flower:
Dorset Council publishes key decisions made during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
A list of decisions made by Dorset Council as part of its COVID-19 emergency response has been published for review.
New grants application scheme for businesses launches today
Businesses that were not eligible for Government funding through previous COVID related financial support schemes are being invited to apply for business support funding through the discretionary grant fund, from today (Monday 1 June) until the closing date on 14 June.
