Plans to develop Weymouth Bowl site one step closer
Dorset Council completed on the acquisition of the long leasehold interest in the former Weymouth Bowl site on 13 January.
Supporting Dorset’s families in need this winter
Residents in need, including vulnerable families, have been receiving help with the cost of food, heating and other essentials this winter.
Junction work for new road in Gillingham
Work is set to start to link an existing busy road in north Dorset to the new Principal Street in Gillingham.
New grant for community projects in Dorset
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project?
Residents to vote on Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca Neighbourhood Plan
The community could have a Neighbourhood Plan if residents give it the go ahead.
Changes to alternative provision in Dorset
Dorset Council and Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council are working together to change how we provide alternative provision for children and young people who need it. These council’s will be setting up new contracts with providers of alternative provision from September 2022 and are seeking feedback from parents, carers and young people to decide what the requirements… Read more Changes to alternative provision in Dorset
Dorset Council proposes more money for social care, housing and tackling climate change
Dorset Council’s budget proposals for next financial year, 2022-23, prioritise the continued delivery of vital frontline services for residents.
Housing need figures for Dorset reviewed
Independent consultants have carried out an assessment of the housing needs of specific groups such as the elderly, those with disabilities and those who cannot afford market housing. During this work, the consultants also considered whether there are grounds to plan for alternative housing need figures in the Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP)… Read more Housing need figures for Dorset reviewed
Helpline for parents and carers worried about their child’s progress
Dorset Council has launched an initiative to help parents and carers who are worried their child might not be making the progress they should, and may have emerging special education needs.
The deadline for school applications is fast approaching
Parents and carers whose children will be starting primary, infant, junior or middle school for the first time this September, have just a few days left to apply for a place at their chosen school.
