Jet skis and motorised boats asked to S.L.O.W. down
Large inter-agency group works together on measures to improve water safety.
Overview Committee asked to consider vehicle tow-away policy
A report going before councillors outlines a new policy for a consistent approach to removing vehicles from the highway, where they are in contravention of traffic orders.
Joint multi-agency work to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in Weymouth
Dorset Police is working together with Dorset Council and other partner agencies to continue to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour in Weymouth town centre.
Surface dressing sites – June 2021
Surface dressing is underway to repair suitable roads across Dorset as part of the annual programme of road maintenance work.
Partner agencies working together to keep people safe in Dorset this spring and summer
Dorset’s partner agencies are continuing to work together to keep people safe during what is expected to be one of the busiest springs and summers on record.
Dorset Road Fix 2021 – resurfacing in June
Dorset Highways maintenance gangs are out across the county continuing to repair road damage.
FREE training on offer to Dorset landlords and letting agents
Dorset landlords and letting agents are invited to sign up for a free online training offer from Dorset Council this June.
Feedback wanted on proposed new bridge and routes to Weymouth Station
Dorset Council is asking Weymouth residents what they think about proposals for a new crossing that it hopes would improve connectivity, enhance the pedestrian and cycle network, and would improve accessibility over a wide area.
New Artists commissioned by Dorset Council to undertake a Weymouth Public Art Trail Community art programme – ‘Past Present and Future’
Following a successful Arts Council England application by Dorset Council, interviews were held last week in which two Bristol based artists – Alec Stevens and Jo Kimber were appointed. Jo is a Creative Producer and talented writer and Alec is a skilled illustrator and sculptor.
Overview Committee to consider reports tackling Climate and Ecological change
Two reports heading to Dorset Council’s Cabinet provide further insight into how we are getting to grips with tackling and adapting to the Climate and Ecological Emergency.
Dorset Council sends letter to Transport Minister regarding reduced rail service
The following letter has been sent to Chris Heaton-Harris MP, Minister of State at the Department for Transport (DfT), regarding recently-announced reduced rail services and planned engineering works that will impact visitors to the Dorset coast this summer.
Council confirms which Weymouth projects it’s seeking Levelling Up funding for
Dorset Council has considered the submissions and announced which projects they will be looking to carry forward via grants from Central Government.
Cultural strategy approved
Dorset Council’s Cabinet has agreed to adopt Dorset’s Cultural Strategy 2021 to 2026, which was discussed at this week’s Cabinet meeting (Tuesday 18 May).
Dorset Past and Present 2021 – Free public webinar event
Over the last year there has been some interesting archaeology discoveries and some projects to improve some heritage sites in Dorset. Dorset Council’s Historic Environment Team has organised an evening webinar for the public to share some of the fascinating discoveries that showcase some recent projects.
Defence Battlelab – A world-leading innovation hub
The Defence BattleLab project marks a £5.7m collaboration between the MOD, Dorset Council and the Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), to provide an ambitious Defence building programme at the heart of Dorset, dedicated to the pursuit of innovation and technologies of the future.
Watch the briefing session on plans to improve special education provision
A briefing session for families and young people has been held to discuss plans to create more specialist education provision for Dorset.
Man sentenced for importing puppies illegally
A man who illegally imported cropped and docked Doberman puppies into the UK has been sentenced to 2 years and 4 months in prison for risking the rabies free status of the country.
Local communities back neighbourhood plans
Seven local communities are just one step away from having adopted neighbourhood plans for their area.
Businesses are invited to find out about SEND in the workplace
Businesses and employers across Dorset are invited to take part in a free 90-minute event designed to introduce SEND in the workplace.
Defence ‘Battlelab’ reaches first key milestone
An ambitious Defence building programme at the heart of Dorset, dedicated to the pursuit of innovation, has reached a significant milestone with the completion of the first building at the site.
British Geological Survey & 5G RuralDorset partner to develop new coastal landslide monitoring system
5G RuralDorset today announced a new project expansion to monitor land stability and cliff movement at key points along the Jurassic Coast. Read more here
Council praises local community and heritage groups as successful archaeological dig concludes
Dorset Council is beginning to outline the next steps to redevelop the North Quay and Weymouth Bowl sites, as a recent archaeological dig draws to a close.
Fostering Fortnight is here – Can you help?
Could you open your door to a vulnerable child or young person? Someone who wasn’t lucky enough to have had a safe and stable home life.
Connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week
Dorset Council is encouraging residents to connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week, 10-16 May 2021.
Update on Dorset Council’s position with regard to Brewers Quay, Weymouth
There has been much discussion on the future of the Brewers Quay building in Weymouth since the owner fell into administration. This statement provides an update on Dorset Council’s position with regard to Brewers Quay.
Results for May 2021 by-elections and referendums in Dorset
People have voted and the results are in for the May 2021 town council by-elections and neighbourhood plan referendums in Dorset. An election also took place for the Police and Crime Commissioner.
North Dorset road reconstruction
A popular local link road near Shaftesbury will be closing for two weeks while it is reconstructed by Dorset Highways.
Smartphone gift saves John from a lonely lockdown
When profoundly Deaf Bridport resident John Phillips received a free smartphone from Dorset Council, he had no idea just how much it would transform his life. The 76-year-old received the gift on Christmas Eve, as part of the council’s drive to help digitally connect people in need during lockdown. By then John, whose only method… Read more Smartphone gift saves John from a lonely lockdown
