Dorset Road Fix 2022 – November and December resurfacing sites
Dorset Highways maintenance gangs continue to repair road damage in the Dorset Council area.
Homes for Ukraine scheme update
Housing advice and support for Homes for Ukraine guests If guests are leaving or need help finding new accommodation, we ask that they contact our Ukraine response team: ukraineresponse@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk If they wish to rent private accommodation, the council’s housing services can provide advice and support including help with upfront costs of securing a new home… Read more Homes for Ukraine scheme update
Moving Dorset ahead – winter gritting
Our gritters are ready as the nights get longer and winter approaches.
Investment Zones – Expression of Interest submission published
On Friday 14 October, Dorset Council submitted three Expressions of Interest to Government for potential Investment Zones (IZ) in Dorset.
Overnight clean-up of the A338 Spur Road this autumn
The A338 is to get its twice-yearly clean-up from the end of October 2022.
Cllr Spencer Flower – Welcome to the winter 2022 edition of Dorset Council News
This article is from Issue 9 of our residents’ magazine, Dorset Council News, delivered to households in November 2022. You can also read the magazine online here or listen to an audio version. We are entering a challenging period. The significant increase in energy costs has hit the council hard, as it has… Read more Cllr Spencer Flower – Welcome to the winter 2022 edition of Dorset Council News
Christmas and New Year recycling and waste collections
This article is from Issue 9 of our residents’ magazine, Dorset Council News, delivered to households in November 2022. You can also read the magazine online here or listen to an audio version. Usual collection day Revised collection day Friday 23 December No change Monday 26 December Tuesday 27 December Tuesday 27 December Wednesday… Read more Christmas and New Year recycling and waste collections
Give the gift of a warm Christmas
This article is from Issue 9 of our residents’ magazine, Dorset Council News, delivered to households in November 2022. You can also read the magazine online here or listen to an audio version. If you receive a Winter Fuel Payment but can manage without it, did you know you can donate it to support… Read more Give the gift of a warm Christmas
Working towards a greener, cleaner Dorset
This article is from Issue 9 of our residents’ magazine, Dorset Council News, delivered to households in November 2022. You can also read the magazine online here or listen to an audio version. With the help of a £19 million Government grant, we have overseen the installation of energy saving and renewable energy measures… Read more Working towards a greener, cleaner Dorset
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Cost of living help when you need it
As we head into the winter months, many of us are worried about the rising cost of living. We are working with organisations including Citizens Advice and Age UK Dorset to provide a range of support. Free, confidential and impartial support on money worries, accessing affordable food, housing and employment rights, and looking after our… Read more Cost of living help when you need it
#Heretohear, reconnecting with residents
Helping residents resolve issues and answer questions about council services was at the heart of a series of conversations across the Dorset Council area.
National Care Leavers week – Hall and Woodhouse collaborate to support Dorset Council’s Care Leavers
People in Dorset are urged to get behind this week’s National Care Leaver’s week and consider if they can do something to support young people in their community who leave care when they are 18. Many care leavers face the challenges of pursuing their studies or finding employment, while developing life skills, often without the… Read more National Care Leavers week – Hall and Woodhouse collaborate to support Dorset Council’s Care Leavers
Free activities across Dorset this half term
Having fun this half term doesn’t have to be expensive. Here’s just some of the activities happening across Dorset.
Leading national way forward with Adult Social Care
Examining how Dorset Council residents access adult social care could inform national changes to how care is provided in the future, due to a unique partnership with the Department of Health. The council was selected out of 15 local authorities which bid to work with the Department of Health and Social Care. The partnership with… Read more Leading national way forward with Adult Social Care
Durlston celebrates restoration of historic landscape with special event
Volunteers, staff, funders and partners recently gathered at Durlston Castle to celebrate the completion of the Durlston Pleasure Grounds Project.
Updates on Kitt Hill and on Newell Junction improvement, Sherborne
At Full Council on Thursday 20 October, Cllr Ray Bryan, Portfolio Holder for Highways, Travel and Environment, gave an update on two matters in Sherborne. Kitt Hill I recognise how disruptive the closure and traffic light control has been for people wanting to use the A30 through Sherborne. After the wall forming part of the… Read more Updates on Kitt Hill and on Newell Junction improvement, Sherborne
Announcing a new speech and language resource to help Dorset families
Dorset Council is proud to introduce a new online speech, language and communication need (SLCN) resource called ‘The Balanced System’. The Balanced System is designed to be used by families and practitioners across the Dorset and BCP areas. The resource is structured using the balanced system framework which provides a journey to make sure the… Read more Announcing a new speech and language resource to help Dorset families
Dorset Council residents asked to think carefully before committing to equity release schemes
Dorset Council and Citizens Advice are asking people to think carefully before committing to equity release schemes. Equity release is a term for a range of schemes whereby funds are released from a property.
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone in force
The Animal and Plant Health Agency have put in place an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone across Great Britain from noon today (Monday 17 October).
Dorset Council submits proposals for three potential Investment Zones
Dorset Council has today submitted three Expressions of Interest to government for potential Investment Zones in Dorset. These are: Weymouth – several regeneration sites around the waterside at Weymouth harbour and marina. The proposal is to redevelop disused and under-developed sites to provide homes and jobs, with opportunities for commercial and leisure developments. Portland –… Read more Dorset Council submits proposals for three potential Investment Zones
Mon 31 Oct is the deadline for Dorset Council secondary or upper school applications
Is your child due to start Secondary or Upper school in September 2023? Parents/carers will need to apply by Mon 31 October 2022 for the best chance of getting a place at their preferred school. This applies to all children moving from primary to secondary school, or middle to upper school in September 2023. Finding… Read more Mon 31 Oct is the deadline for Dorset Council secondary or upper school applications
Project fund round 4 opens next month
Project and event funding for cost-of-living challenges, arts, museums, heritage, community, physical activity and play activities. Dorset Council project funding can help you to make a difference to people living in our communities. Grants from £1,000 to £5,000 are available to groups who support the council to meet its core priorities. Round 4 of the Community… Read more Project fund round 4 opens next month
Dorchester Market Car Boot Fund 2022/23 is now open
The Dorchester Market Car Boot Fund is now open for applications from community and voluntary organisations working in and around Dorchester.
