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
This year’s gritting routine is a routebased forecasting system which is used to decide when and where to salt the gritting network – down to the exact routes needing treatment.
Between Christmas Day and Monday 11 January 2021, your rubbish and recycling collections will be on a different day of the week than usual.
Help is available, whatever you’re going through right now.
To date, there have been fewer COVID-19 cases in Dorset than other areas of the UK. Unfortunately, there have been a number of deaths which are of course a source of great sadness. The measures put in place to minimise spread of the virus and help keep people safe have had a significant impact on… Read more 2020 – the year none of us will forget
These last few months have shown that we are a ‘can do’ county. I’m truly humbled by the spirit, dedication and comradery in our local communities and amongst our own workforce, with people supporting each other through the COVID-19 pandemic. During lockdown, many council employees took on new roles and worked round the clock to… Read more A message from Councillor Spencer Flower
Do you, or does someone you know, need help with daily living? A new website gives people the help and support they need to live safe and independent lives. It provides information about some of the most common queries people have, including: Applying for or renewing your Blue Badge Reporting a concern about someone who… Read more Support for adults
The council devises plans that help shape society, the economy and the environment over a 15-year period. We are currently working on the Dorset Council Local Plan which we aim to consult on in early 2021 and adopt in 2023.
Our Local Outbreak Management Plan sets out how we will work with other public services and communities to prevent, identify and respond to any local outbreaks.
Many of us think councillor work is all about being in committee meetings. However, councillors spend a lot of time talking to local communities and working to find solutions.
Like many councils, Dorset Council has taken a big financial hit from the COVID-19 pandemic. We estimate that the total impact on the council’s budget is around £64m.
