Yellow buses archives saved
The historic archives of Bournemouth Transport Limited, known locally as the ‘Yellow Buses’ have been transferred into public ownership at Dorset History Centre (DHC).
A confirmed case of bird flu near Dorchester
There has been a confirmed case of Avian Influenza or bird flu near Dorchester. Letters have been sent to all households within a 3km area to register details of poultry or captive birds and to remind bird keepers of the special measures that are in place. This area includes Broadmayne, West Stafford, south Dorchester. People who… Read more A confirmed case of bird flu near Dorchester
Dorset volunteers honoured at tree planting ceremony
25 fruit trees, donated by Dorset Council, have been planted at Tumbledown Community Growing in Weymouth to thank and honour Dorset’s volunteers who came together to help through the covid-19 pandemic. Cllr Jean Dunseith conducted the official ceremony on behalf of Dorset Council with invited guests and local volunteers who helped during the pandemic present. Cllr… Read more Dorset volunteers honoured at tree planting ceremony
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
Education for Children in Care is improving
A report released by Dorset Council has concluded that children in care in Dorset are thriving in the right educational setting, attending, feeling included and listened to so that they become independent and resilient young people. The report states: ‘We do not give up when one of our children hits a bump in the road;… Read more Education for Children in Care is improving
Internationally acclaimed programme supports Dorset foster families
Foster care families in Dorset will benefit from even more support thanks to a partnership with The Fostering Network to deliver the global award-winning Mockingbird programme. Mockingbird delivers sustainable foster care. It is an evidence-based model structured around the support and relationships an extended family provides. The model nurtures the relationships between children, young people… Read more Internationally acclaimed programme supports Dorset foster families
Check if you qualify for financial assistance
Keep up to date and check if you qualify for any financial assistance as personal circumstances change because of the cost of living.
Illegal puppy farmers ordered to pay £150k or face prison
A judge has given a pair of convicted illegal puppy sellers just 3 months to pay over £150,000 or risk up to 18 months in prison.
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.
Partnership to support vulnerable women in Dorset
A project which will help vulnerable women in Dorset has come one step closer to realisation. Dorset Council has appointed BCHA, a charitable housing association based in the south west, to lead the Pause Programme. Pause is a nationally evaluated programme which works with women who have experienced, or are at risk of, repeated pregnancies… Read more Partnership to support vulnerable women in Dorset
More rough sleepers helped with funding
Dorset Council has successfully secured more than £1.5 million to help continue excellent work supporting rough sleepers. As well as continuing to support existing projects, such as the Bus Shelter and our advice and support services, the additional funding will help establish a new rapid assessment unit for vulnerable people providing accommodation and bespoke assistance… Read more More rough sleepers helped with funding
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
