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Funding boost for community and cultural sector organisations to deliver local support

March 16, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

Local community and cultural organisations across the county have been awarded just over £120K in financial support from Dorset Council in recent months to assist with their work in local communities. The grants, round 4 of the council’s Community & Culture project Fund, has boosted community groups and charities in their support for marginalised residents… Read more Funding boost for community and cultural sector organisations to deliver local support

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Celebrate the King’s Coronation with a street party

March 10, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

Dorset Council is encouraging residents to start planning their own street parties for The Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort.

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Armed Forces Covenant Conference hailed a resounding success

February 27, 2023karinengdahl1 1 Comment

Over 90 people gathered at the Tank Museum at Bovington for the Dorset Armed Forces Covenant Conference last week, Thursday 23 February.

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Dorset to stand alongside Ukrainians on first anniversary of Russian invasion

February 20, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

On Friday 24 February the Ukrainian flag will be raised at County Hall in Dorchester to mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Final chance to have your say on Community Governance Review for Weymouth and surrounding areas and Vale of Allen

February 20, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

A further public consultation is underway to ensure Weymouth and surrounding areas and parishes in the Vale of Allen Grouped Parish Council continue to reflect the communities they represent.

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Dorset is gearing up for Coronation celebrations

February 15, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III will take place on Saturday 6 May 2023 at Westminster Abbey in London. During the ceremony, the King will be crowned alongside Her Majesty The Queen Consort.

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Holocaust Memorial Day – a time for remembrance and reflection

January 18, 2023karinengdahl1 No Comments

Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) is held annually on 27 January to remember the millions of people who died during the Holocaust, and in the later genocides that followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.

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Bring photo ID next time you vote

January 18, 2023karinengdahl1 2 Comments

Voters will need to show an accepted form of photographic identification next time they go to the polling station.

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Deadline looming to apply for Community and Cultural Project Fund

December 12, 2022karinengdahl1 No Comments

There is still time to apply for funding if you have a sports, arts, or heritage project or event you wish to get off the ground in the new year.

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Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support

December 8, 2022karinengdahl1 No Comments

A Gold Award has been given to Dorset Council as part of the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme at a recent Official Ceremony in Dartmouth.

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Dorset volunteers honoured at tree planting ceremony

December 5, 2022karinengdahl1 No Comments

25 fruit trees, donated by Dorset Council, have been planted at Tumbledown Community Growing in Weymouth to thank and honour Dorset’s volunteers who came together to help through the covid-19 pandemic. Cllr Jean Dunseith conducted the official ceremony on behalf of Dorset Council with invited guests and local volunteers who helped during the pandemic present. Cllr… Read more Dorset volunteers honoured at tree planting ceremony

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New lead for Education and Learning announced

November 8, 2022Kirstie Snow No Comments

Dorset Council has appointed a new Corporate Director for Education and Learning, following a rigorous recruitment and interview process.

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Dorset set to mark Remembrance Day

November 7, 2022karinengdahl1 No Comments

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

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Excellent progress being made towards our net zero target

November 3, 2022Dorset Council 8 Comments

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.

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New funding round for community and cultural organisations

November 3, 2022karinengdahl1 3 Comments

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.

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Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022 – Local updates

September 8, 2022Paul Beecroft 8 Comments

Updated Tuesday 13 September As we observe the State Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen on Monday 19 September, most of our services will be closed for the day. You can find more information on the Dorset Council website. We have also set up a new webpage with funeral information and memories. Friday 9 September 2022… Read more Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022 – Local updates

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Dorset Council secures funding to improve electric vehicle infrastructure in rural areas

August 25, 2022Dorset Council 18 Comments

Dorset has been announced as one of just nine areas in England to receive funding from a new government scheme which aims to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.

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Weymouth man successfully prosecuted by Dorset Council for fly-tipping

August 4, 2022Dorset Council 5 Comments

On Tuesday 2 August 2022 at Poole Magistrates Court, Richard Dunn (42, of Weymouth) pleaded guilty to illegally dumping stones and gravel on a verge at the side of an unnamed road at Woodsford, Dorchester back in April last year.

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Deadline looming for community groups to apply for capital funding towards their community project

August 4, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project?

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Don’t lose your voice

August 3, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

Households in the Dorset Council area are being asked to look out for an email asking residents to check whether the information on the electoral register is correct as part of the Annual Canvass for the Register of Elections.

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Dorset Council country parks awarded coveted Green Flag Awards

July 26, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

In a record-breaking year, Dorset Council is raising its prestigious Green Flag Awards at five of its country parks, which have been officially recognised as some of the country’s best.

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Purbeck Gateway latest to be showcased at Wareham Market

July 20, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

The latest information about the future of the former middle school site in Wareham will be shared with residents at a Purbeck Gateway engagement event, led by Dorset Council, next month.

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Exciting proposals for Redlands heading to Dorset Council committee

July 20, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

A new report by Dorset Council officers outlines plans for Redlands Community Sports Hub in Weymouth and puts the long-term future of the indoor facilities in the hands of user groups and the local community.

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Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support

July 18, 2022Dorset Council 2 Comments

A Gold Award has been given to Dorset Council as part of the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

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30mph speed limit reduction proposed for Wimborne Road and Stapehill Road, Ferndown

July 8, 2022Dorset Council 25 Comments

Dorset Council is proposing a speed limit reduction from 40mph to 30mph along Wimborne Road and Stapehill Road in Ferndown to enhance safety for residents.

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Community Governance Review, final recommendations

July 8, 2022Dorset Council 3 Comments

Final recommendations for town and parish council governance arrangements in Dorset will be considered by Full Council on Thursday 14 July. Following extensive public consultations, the final recommendations, if agreed, will form the basis of a new Dorset Council (Parish Areas and Electoral Arrangements) Order which will take effect on 1 April 2024. A Community… Read more Community Governance Review, final recommendations

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Dorset Council secures funding to make improvements to two of Dorset’s National Cycle Network routes

July 1, 2022Dorset Council 8 Comments

Dorset Council has successfully secured over £900,000 worth of funding to improve sections of two National Cycle Network routes in Dorset this summer.

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Remembering the Roma Gypsies

June 22, 2022Dorset Council 4 Comments

Dorset Council will be flying the Roma Flag at County Hall from 23 to 30 June this year in commemoration of the deaths of all the Roma and Sinti murdered by the Nazis at Auschwitz.

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Solar panels installed at iconic Durlston Castle

June 21, 2022 2 Comments

Solar panels have been installed on the roof of Durlston Castle in Dorset this month as part of Dorset Council’s continued efforts to reduce carbon emissions across its estate.

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Flying The Flag for Armed Forces Day 2022

June 16, 2022Dorset Council No Comments

The Armed Forces Day flag will fly outside County Hall in Dorchester on 20 June to highlight support and respect for the Armed Forces community. The annual ceremony is an opportunity to honour service men and women, past and present.

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Council news

Funding boost for community and cultural sector organisations to deliver local support

Celebrate the King’s Coronation with a street party

Armed Forces Covenant Conference hailed a resounding success

Dorset to stand alongside Ukrainians on first anniversary of Russian invasion

Final chance to have your say on Community Governance Review for Weymouth and surrounding areas and Vale of Allen

Dorset is gearing up for Coronation celebrations

Holocaust Memorial Day – a time for remembrance and reflection

Bring photo ID next time you vote

Deadline looming to apply for Community and Cultural Project Fund

Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support

Dorset volunteers honoured at tree planting ceremony

New lead for Education and Learning announced

Dorset set to mark Remembrance Day

Excellent progress being made towards our net zero target

New funding round for community and cultural organisations

Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022 – Local updates

Dorset Council secures funding to improve electric vehicle infrastructure in rural areas

Weymouth man successfully prosecuted by Dorset Council for fly-tipping

Deadline looming for community groups to apply for capital funding towards their community project

Don’t lose your voice

Dorset Council country parks awarded coveted Green Flag Awards

Exciting proposals for Redlands heading to Dorset Council committee

Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support

30mph speed limit reduction proposed for Wimborne Road and Stapehill Road, Ferndown

Community Governance Review, final recommendations

Dorset Council secures funding to make improvements to two of Dorset’s National Cycle Network routes

Remembering the Roma Gypsies

Solar panels installed at iconic Durlston Castle

Flying The Flag for Armed Forces Day 2022

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