Funding for housing support We have secured £1.6m from the Government’s Next Steps to Accommodation programme to help tackle homelessness in the county. The council has also agreed a further £4.78m over the next two years to purchase and refurbish properties to support homeless and rough sleeper households. This will ultimately reduce reliance on emergency… Read more Funding for housing support, living independently
Clair Honnor started her career as a social worker more than 20 years ago and has worked in a variety of roles over the years. Clair said: “Social work can be challenging at times, but making a difference in a child’s life is deeply satisfying. “There’s no better way to understand what’s going on than visiting a family in their home and speaking with them. COVID-19 has had an impact on… Read more Could you be a social worker?
The council is spearheading many projects that lead on innovation and help close the gap between those who have access to computers and the internet, and those who do not. To find out whether you are eligible ring the Digital Hotline on 01305 221000 Free devices and Dorset’s Digital Hotline to transform lives The council… Read more Getting better connected
Hundreds of couples say ‘I do’ despite COVID-19 Our registrars made sure couples were still able to tie the knot in Dorset during 2020, even though COVID-19 disrupted some plans. 478 ceremonies took place last year – with 136 couples saying ‘I do’ in the run-up to Christmas alone. Under covid restrictions ceremonies were restricted… Read more News – ceremonies, consultations, EU Settlement Scheme and support
Dorset recycling rates are at an all-time high (59.7%) and your efforts are making us among the best in the country! There are still a few items cropping up in the wrong bin, so we’ve added a reminder below of what should go where.
We urgently need more Foster Carers for children in Dorset. If you have a spare room and would like to make a difference to a Dorset child or young person’s life, find out about a career in fostering. Our Foster Carers come from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and ethnic groups. Please don’t rule yourself out, we would… Read more Could you foster a child for Dorset?
I must start by first expressing a huge thank you to all of you who have offered your time and energy supporting the vulnerable during these unprecedented times. I’d also like to thank the Dorset Council employees and councillors who have all had to adapt to new ways of working to ensure frontline services are maintained. … Read more Cllr Spencer Flower – Welcome to the spring 2021 edition of Dorset Council News
