South Street, Bridport, road improvements
Road improvements are to take place in South Street, Bridport between Monday 6 and Thursday 9 February 2023.
Update on improvements to Charmouth Beach footbridge
Repairs to Charmouth Beach footbridge are to finish later than expected.
Councillors to receive update on parking in Dorset
A review of the impact of changes to parking charges in the Dorset Council area has been presented to Dorset councillors.
Charmouth Beach footbridge improvements this January
Work is to take place on Charmouth Beach footbridge so it can remain safe and accessible for years to come.
Shaftesbury Children’s Centre has been kindly donated a Christmas tree
This week, a new arrival has appeared at Shaftesbury Children’s Centre & Nursery, bringing festive cheer to families and children thanks to the very generous donation of a beautiful real Christmas tree from Orchard Park Garden Centre in Gillingham. The tree welcomes people in the entrance area of the Children’s Centre and it has been… Read more Shaftesbury Children’s Centre has been kindly donated a Christmas tree
Artz and Sportz is proving popular with disabled children and their families in Dorset
Dorset Children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families, who may need some extra support, are invited to enjoy the forthcoming activities of the ‘Artz & Sportz’ Dorset Council project. The project has seen the Christmas holiday 2022 programme featuring Cinderella at Poole Lighthouse in particularly high demand and many events are… Read more Artz and Sportz is proving popular with disabled children and their families in Dorset
New free parking for Blue Badge holders
People with a Blue Badge who meet certain requirements can apply for an additional parking permit allowing them to park free of charge in our car parks for up to three hours.
You can get a FREE pre-loved coat for your child
Over the past few weeks, Dorset Council Children’s Centres in Blandford and Shaftesbury have been asking the public to donate coats for children aged 0 – 16 to support families in the area struggling with the cost of living. There has been a fantastic response to the appeal and thanks to the Dorset public’s kind… Read more You can get a FREE pre-loved coat for your child
Shop locally with free pre-Christmas parking
There will be free parking on selected days in late November and December at some car parks in the Dorset Council area.
New 20mph application launched for towns and parishes
Dorset’s town and parish councils can now apply online for 20mph speed limits and zones, following the introduction of a new policy.
Ofsted pilot inspection recognises Dorset Council’s SEND achievements
A recent Ofsted (the office for standards in education) pilot framework inspection found that “it is a time of great positive change for children and young people with SEND in Dorset” (SEND: Special Educational Needs and/or Disability).
New cycle shelters installed in Weymouth
New covered bicycle parking is now available for Weymouth residents and visitors.
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
Dorset Road Fix 2022 – November and December resurfacing sites
Dorset Highways maintenance gangs continue to repair road damage in the Dorset Council area.
Moving Dorset ahead – winter gritting
Our gritters are ready as the nights get longer and winter approaches.
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.
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
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
Extra funding for families and schools
There’s a lot to think about now the children are back at school, so families on qualifying benefits are reminded to check if their child or children could receive a free school meal.
Students thanked for their hard work
Dorset’s young people are being thanked for their hard work and resilience following this year’s exams, and provided with ways to find out about their next options.
Great Ofsted inspections for Dorset nurseries
Happy and settled and thoroughly enjoying learning were some of the comments following recent inspections of two nurseries managed by Dorset Council.
Deadline looming for community groups to apply for capital funding towards their community project
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project?
Don’t lose your voice
Households in the Dorset Council area are being asked to look out for an email asking residents to check whether the information on the electoral register is correct as part of the Annual Canvass for the Register of Elections.
Purbeck Gateway latest to be showcased at Wareham Market
The latest information about the future of the former middle school site in Wareham will be shared with residents at a Purbeck Gateway engagement event, led by Dorset Council, next month.
Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support
A Gold Award has been given to Dorset Council as part of the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
Businesses asked to offer safe spaces for young women and girls in Weymouth
Businesses in Weymouth town centre are being encouraged to join a pilot scheme offering young women and girls a safe space if they are feeling unsafe or threatened outside of the family home.
Free Christmas fun for people with SEND aged 16 to 25
Fun days, workshops, sports and youth club hang-outs are among free activities being offered to Dorset’s young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Community Governance Review, final recommendations
Final recommendations for town and parish council governance arrangements in Dorset will be considered by Full Council on Thursday 14 July. Following extensive public consultations, the final recommendations, if agreed, will form the basis of a new Dorset Council (Parish Areas and Electoral Arrangements) Order which will take effect on 1 April 2024. A Community… Read more Community Governance Review, final recommendations
Changes made to education provision following Ombudsman investigation
Dorset Council has made changes to the way it provides alternative education for children who are unable to go to school.
