New lead for Education and Learning announced
Dorset Council has appointed a new Corporate Director for Education and Learning, following a rigorous recruitment and interview process.
Youth Fund launches to provide positive opportunities for young people
Young people are set to benefit from a £100,000 fund which youth organisations can apply for through Dorset Council. Dorset Council’s Youth Fund provides funding for initiatives which deliver youth projects and activities within the Dorset Council area. It’s a fund of £100,000 to support a range of activities for young people. We offer grants… Read more Youth Fund launches to provide positive opportunities for young people
Dorset set to mark Remembrance Day
Dorset Council will remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to secure and protect our freedom at the annual Remembrance service, on Armistice Day, Friday 11 November, 10.40 am, outside County Hall, Dorchester. The service will commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two world wars… Read more Dorset set to mark Remembrance Day
New cycle shelters installed in Weymouth
New covered bicycle parking is now available for Weymouth residents and visitors.
Literacy gets the superhero treatment in Chesil
Local author David Solomons visits six schools to celebrate entries of Chesil Reading Project’s creative writing competition, and reveal new mascot designed by local student. The National Literacy Trust and Dorset Council teamed up earlier this year to support the literacy development of Chesil pupils transitioning from Year 6 to Year 7. Research from the… Read more Literacy gets the superhero treatment in Chesil
The Pineapple Project launches to provide safe havens for young women and girls
A new project has been launched in Weymouth which will help to keep young women safer when they are outside of their family home. The Pineapple Project uses the principles of community guardianship to give young women a safe haven when things don’t go to plan, perhaps by stepping into a local shop where they… Read more The Pineapple Project launches to provide safe havens for young women and girls
Excellent progress being made towards our net zero target
This week we published our third Climate and Ecological Emergency Strategy Progress Report, which outlines the progress we are making to reduce our carbon emissions.
New funding round for community and cultural organisations
Are you looking to make a difference in your local community? Round 4 of the Community and Culture Project Fund will open at 9am on Friday 4 November.
Weymouth has a new, bright and cosy children’s home
Take a tour of The Harbour Hub and College House. Watch the VIDEO Young people and their families, who need that extra bit of support, will benefit from a brand-new facility in Weymouth. Dorset Council has opened a children’s home named ‘College House’ and an innovative children’s outreach centre ‘The Harbour Hub,’ both located in… Read more Weymouth has a new, bright and cosy children’s home
Land charges are back within the government guidelines
The time Dorset Council takes to complete land charge search requests is back to within ten working days.
Mandatory housing measures for all poultry and captive birds to be introduced
The Animal and Plant Health Agency will put in place mandatory housing measures to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza from 7 November.
Local Plan studies will be published
Studies that have been carried out as part of the evidence for the Dorset Council Local Plan and these will be published on Dorset Council’s website in the next few months.
Have your say on our Community Governance Review
At its full council meeting on 20 October, Dorset Councillors agreed to carry out a further Community Governance Review for several of Dorset’s current parish and town councils, which were removed for public consultation. They include the parishes forming the Vale of Allen Parish Council, Winterborne Farringdon Parish Council plus Chickerell Town Council and Weymouth… Read more Have your say on our Community Governance Review
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
