Autumn work to repair worst minor roads in county
Twelve rural roads are being reconstructed this autumn thanks to the Department for Transport’s Pothole Fund.
Festival to showcase Dorset’s digital future
A five-day festival will be staged at locations across Dorset next month to showcase the county’s exciting digital future. Dorset Council’s Festival of the Future is back – and this time it’s a truly hybrid event where people can attend in person or take part virtually. Held from 4-8 October, #FutureFest21 will highlight the innovation… Read more Festival to showcase Dorset’s digital future
Recycle Week 2021: Dorset Council is ‘Stepping It Up’ in the fight against Climate Change
Dorset Council is proud to ‘Step It Up’ this week in the biggest and best Recycle Week ever.
Further organisations to benefit from Dorset Council’s Community and Culture Project Fund
More organisations are set to benefit from the first round of funding from Dorset Council’s Community and Culture Project Fund.
Help us improve our path network for walking, cycling and horse-riding
Dorset residents, landowners and visitors are being asked for their views and ideas to help shape the next Dorset Rights of Way Improvement Plan.
Support for veterans affected by the situation in Afghanistan
With over 58,000 military veterans in Dorset, Dorset Council is reminding current and former members of the Armed Forces, and their families, that support is available for them.
Consultation launched on future management of Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre
Dorset Council has launched a consultation on future management arrangements at Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre (QELC) in Wimborne.
Prosecution follows sale of unroadworthy truck to Portland man
A motor trader who sold an unroadworthy tipper truck and misled a buyer in Portland has been ordered to pay £3850 pounds in compensation, fines and costs.
National driver shortage impacts kerbside collections and litter bin emptying across Dorset
The effects of the national HGV driver shortage, coupled with the continuing impact of the pandemic, are starting to be felt across Dorset Council’s waste services as collection rounds feel the strain.
Changes to Weymouth car park access this September
Weymouth’s Pavilion car park is being used for two events this September, with drivers asked to use the town’s other central car parks to avoid delays.
School route upgrade complete in Sherborne
Pavements along a busy school route in Sherborne have been rebuilt to improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians.
Dorset Council planning services struggling with Covid demand
The construction industry has seen a huge surge during the pandemic. Homeowners with more cash in their pockets than normal are considering extensions or changes to their homes because working from home has become the future.
K9 Firewise Patrols
This year to help look after Dorset’s precious heathlands, Firewise UK (Dorset), Dorset Dogs and the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) have teamed up to launch the K9 Firewise Patrol Volunteer Scheme. If you are out and about on the heaths over the bank holiday weekend you might see our volunteers, they… Read more K9 Firewise Patrols
Dorset Council appeals to landlords in support of the government’s Afghan relocation scheme
Dorset Council is urging private landlords and owners of second homes to come forward if they can provide suitable accommodation for the Afghan relocation scheme.
Community a step closer to agreeing neighbourhood plan
A local community has taken a significant step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their area.
Free webinar will explore archaeological discoveries in Dorset
Dorset Council’s Historic Environment Team will be hosting a free webinar with a series of talks about archaeological developments in Dorset.
Statement on recent press articles concerning Wimborne Road West
A number of articles have been published regarding the recently opened cycle lane on Wimborne Road West, Colehill, Dorset. The articles make a number of contentious statements, which are inaccurate or incorrect.
Contracts awarded to continue support in Dorset
Dorset Council has awarded two, 5-year contracts to voluntary and community organisations to continue with the provision of support, advice and guidance to residents.
New cattle grids to support Purbeck Heaths grazing expansion
Work is about to get underway to install seven cattle grids at RSPB Arne as part of an exciting Purbeck Heaths grazing project.
Blue Badge holders’ turn to shape car park permit
Dorset Council wants to hear from resident Blue Badge holders to help shape a unified approach to parking charges across the council area.
Service held to mark VJ Day
At 11.00am on Saturday 14 August, a small group gathered at the Kohima War Memorial at County Hall in Dorchester to mark the 76th anniversary of Victory in Japan (VJ) Day and remember all those who died in the Second World War in Asia. A minute silence was observed.
Community and culture project fund awards over £42k
The first round of Dorset Council’s community and culture project has awarded £42,484 to 15 local organisations.
Two new car parking permits proposed to save Dorset residents and workers money
Following feedback from residents, town and parish councils, businesses and other stakeholders, Dorset Council is planning the introduction of two new parking permits, as well as changes to proposed charges in its car parks.
Transforming Dorset’s verges into wildlife havens
As part of the ‘Love Your Verge’ campaign, we have published a series of videos to explain our approach to roadside management in Dorset.
A bigger, better eBook and eAudioBook collection with BorrowBox
From Monday 16 August customers of Dorset Libraries will be able to borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks for free, via the bigger and better BorrowBox service.
Work to Begin on the Final Sections of Leigh Road – Wimborne Road West Sustainable Transport Improvements
Work will begin on the latest section of the Leigh Road – Wimborne Road West sustainable transport improvements, on August 16, 2021.
Congratulations to everyone getting their results!
Best wishes to everyone getting results in Dorset this week! Congratulations to all students for their hard work and achievements in GCSEs, A Levels, Functional Skills, BTECs and Level 3 Qualifications.
Unique Supported Living Scheme in Dorset hailed a success on first anniversary
This week, residents of a pioneering Dorset Council scheme for adults in social care – a first of its kind in the United Kingdom – are celebrating one year of living independently.
Creating homes for Dorset children – work has begun
Work has begun on a new children’s home with excellent facilities, as plans to make Dorset the best place to grow-up go on. Building works are underway to create a new residential home for Dorset children at Dorchester Road, Weymouth. This new development will provide a home for up to five local children and is… Read more Creating homes for Dorset children – work has begun
Award recognises council’s commitment to its Armed Forces employees
Dorset Council has received the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award as part of the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme.
