Innovation in Dorset
A Dorset junction has been chosen to trial the latest signal technology.
Keeping care and support local – a free information event
Dorset Council is co-hosting an event showcasing local care and support projects available in Sturminster Newton and surrounding areas. The emphasis is on making care and support more local and available within the community and will feature developments and a public space showcasing a range of local and county-wide offers that support health and wellbeing.… Read more Keeping care and support local – a free information event
The latest from of foster carer blog – The prelude to a foster carer, environmentally friendly Christmas
R is one of these extraordinary children who puts all his rubbish in the bin and spends a lot of time trying to save the planet. He also would spend every waking hour using tons of electricity on the computer if we let him but hey we will let that one go.
Full Council meeting: 21 November 2019 – Questions and answers
These are the questions formally submitted by both the public and councillors at tonight’s Full Council meeting for November 2019, and the answers given.
Beach work set to start in Weymouth
Work to replace sand on parts of Weymouth beach and improve flood protection will begin next week. (26/11)
Norco GRP build at Dorset Innovation Park
Dorset Innovation Park Enterprise Zone, Wool, welcomes its first land purchase and commercial construction.
Come to the Weymouth Quay Regeneration public drop in on Monday
Want to find out the latest on the Weymouth Quay Regeneration Project? Then come along to Weymouth Library and speak to the project team.
What’s the difference between the Dorset Council Plan and the Dorset Local Plan?
Two plans are being talked about for the Dorset Council area, so we’ve put together a short guide below to explain the differences.
Works to repair Lyme Regis beach
Work to repair storm damage on Lyme Regis beach has been successfully completed.
The Weymouth Promenade Artistic Lighting Scheme is complete, and don’t they look great!
28 Computer-controlled LED strips have successfully been installed along Weymouth promenade between the Pier Bandstand and the Pavilion. Testing of the Weymouth Promenade Artistic Lighting Scheme completed earlier this week and from today, Weymouth bay will be lit up by a series of lighting programmes inspired by the local community.
Dorset is best in Britain for food safety
Dorset is the cleanest place to eat out in Britain – its official!
Oil spill training exercise
An oil spill training exercise will be held in Weymouth next week.
Countdown on parking permit survey
Parking permit holders in Weymouth have got two weeks left to have their say and help change conditions for the better.
Right of way reopens at Lodmoor Nature Reserve
The right of way across the Lodmoor Nature Reserve in Weymouth has reopened this morning following completion of maintenance works.
Dorset Council calls on businesses for their views on Council’s Economic Growth Strategy
Dorset Council is seeking the views of local businesses on the council’s vision and strategy for economic growth at a series of Business Breakfast events during November and December.
Dorset Council appoints new lead for children’s social care
Alison Montgomery has been appointed as Dorset Council’s Corporate Director for Care and Protection.
8 things to know about 30 hours free childcare
To claim up to 30 hours free childcare from January 2020, parents should apply now to get their eligibility code.
Ridgeway Singers coming to Weymouth Library and Learning Centre
As part of their annual Christmas concert series, The Ridgeway Singers and Band will be performing at Weymouth Library on Wednesday 11 December.
25 years of helping young people
Jackie and Mike have provided supported lodgings for young people in their home for 25 years.
Smallholder sentenced and banned from keeping animals
A man who caused suffering to goats, ferrets and poultry by failing to properly care for them on his smallholding in North Dorset has been prosecuted and disqualified from keeping any animals for 10 years.
Weymouth harbour works update
Work to maintain Weymouth’s historic harbour is continuing.
New guides to help with housing problems
New guides have been launched for homeowners, tenants and landlords.
Council agrees to consult on funding to voluntary and community sector organisations
Officers sought approval from Cabinet on Tuesday (5 November) to consult the voluntary and community sector (VCS) on a range of funding options for 2020-21, and to review the level of funding to the VCS for future years.
Picture This! Rita puts her new digital skills at the great-grandkids’ fingertips
Anyone wanting to improve their digital skills to stay in touch with friends and family can book for free, one to one help ahead of Christmas. Dorset Council has a network of 75 volunteers who run free, one-to-one computer help sessions in libraries and other venues across the county. They can help with everything from… Read more Picture This! Rita puts her new digital skills at the great-grandkids’ fingertips
Lodmoor Nature Reserve engineering work update
Update 4 November: From Monday 11 November, the right of way across the nature reserve will be closed for approximately three days whilst essential maintenance works resumes. The closure is needed to replace a failing culvert system, the works will actively help to reduce upstream flood risk and will allow the RSPB to better manage the… Read more Lodmoor Nature Reserve engineering work update
Weather Warning for Dorset tomorrow
The met office has issued a wind weather warning for Saturday 2 November. There will be very strong winds, with some rainfall from 4am until early afternoon.
Are you missing out on help with childcare costs?
Many Dorset families are missing out on childcare funding which could save them money. Don’t let these myths stop you from saving money on your childcare costs!
Dorset fly-tipper receives prison sentence
Last week, a Weymouth resident was sentenced to 14 months’ imprisonment after being found guilty of multiple offences, including four environmental crimes.
Weymouth Quay Regeneration Project: architects appointed
Dorset Council has appointed architects Austin-Smith:Lord to a project aimed at securing Weymouth’s position as a thriving harbour and tourist destination.
Dorset Care Leaver thanks Council for support
“My name is Mike and I am a care leaver from Dorset. Throughout my childhood, I was considered to be ‘in-care’. This meant that I was under the protection of the council. Unlike most children who were in care,3 I lived with my dad. Living with one parent is tough, as you lack the adult… Read more Dorset Care Leaver thanks Council for support
