The first of a series of free workshops to help farmers and landowners plan for changes to grant payments is going to be held at Bishops Caundle Village Hall on 14 December 2022.
Dorset Council is inviting private landlords to work in partnership with them to provide good quality accommodation for young people leaving the care of the council.
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.
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.
Employers are encouraged to join the council in adopting guidance to support employees who are also carers, as we approach Carers Rights Day this Thursday (24 November).
Have your say on the future of Dorset Council’s libraries before consultation closes.
Dorset Council has appointed a new Corporate Director for Education and Learning, following a rigorous recruitment and interview process.
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 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 covered bicycle parking is now available for Weymouth residents and visitors.
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
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
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.
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.
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
The time Dorset Council takes to complete land charge search requests is back to within ten working days.
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.
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.
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 Highways maintenance gangs continue to repair road damage in the Dorset Council area.
On Friday 14 October, Dorset Council submitted three Expressions of Interest to Government for potential Investment Zones (IZ) in Dorset.
Helping residents resolve issues and answer questions about council services was at the heart of a series of conversations across the Dorset Council area.
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
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
Volunteers, staff, funders and partners recently gathered at Durlston Castle to celebrate the completion of the Durlston Pleasure Grounds Project.
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
Dorset Council and Citizens Advice are asking people to think carefully before committing to equity release schemes. Equity release is a term for a range of schemes whereby funds are released from a property.
The Animal and Plant Health Agency have put in place an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone across Great Britain from noon today (Monday 17 October).
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
Project and event funding for cost-of-living challenges, arts, museums, heritage, community, physical activity and play activities. Dorset Council project funding can help you to make a difference to people living in our communities. Grants from £1,000 to £5,000 are available to groups who support the council to meet its core priorities. Round 4 of the Community… Read more Project fund round 4 opens next month
