Sweet recognition for our highways team
An innovative solution to reducing energy consumption, and saving money, received special recognition in November.
Local marine partnership receives funding to deliver innovative conservation projects in Studland Bay, Dorset
The Studland Bay Marine Partnership has been awarded £186,000 from the Marine Management Organisation’s Fisheries and Seafood Scheme to support the conservation of Studland Bay’s precious marine ecosystems.
Heavy rain fails to stop visitors and supporters celebrating success at new family leisure attraction
Local schoolchildren, Dorset councillors, Dorset Council officers and Park Rangers recently braved the pouring rain to celebrate the completion of the Adventure Valley attraction based at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest in Ashley Heath, Dorset.
Dorset Council area PSPO for dogs in open spaces has been issued
The new 2024 dog-related Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) across the Dorset Council area has officially been confirmed.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Renamed National Landscapes
New name and brand underpin ambitious nature targets Today, [Wednesday 22 November] all designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in England and Wales are becoming National Landscapes, which in Dorset includes both the Dorset National Landscape and the Cranborne Chase National Landscape. The new name reflects their national importance; the they make to protect… Read more Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Renamed National Landscapes
New electric vehicle charge point goes live in Wareham
Dorset Council and Wareham Town Council are pleased to share that a new, rapid, electric vehicle charge point installed in Howards Lane Car Park, Wareham, is now live. The new charge point is contactless, so users can plug in and charge simply by tapping their payment card. It has been installed as part of Dorset… Read more New electric vehicle charge point goes live in Wareham
New bike share scheme comes to mid Dorset
A new bike share scheme has launched in Corfe Mullen and Upton in Dorset, enabling residents and visitors to enjoy more of the local area and beyond. Eighty bikes are now available to be picked up from the Beryl bays in the towns, offering a choice of pedal cycles and e-bikes. The recognisable bays, marked… Read more New bike share scheme comes to mid Dorset
Weymouth resident sentenced for ignoring Planning Enforcement Notice
Dorset Council secured a successful prosecution in court recently, as a Weymouth resident was sentenced for failing to comply with a Planning Enforcement Notice.
Major retrofit of buildings helps keep council on track to become carbon neutral
Dorset Council’s efforts to fit energy saving measures in its buildings are helping keep it on track to become a carbon neutral council by 2040, says new report. According to a council report published this week, carbon emissions from council owned buildings have reduced by over 20 per cent in just one year thanks to… Read more Major retrofit of buildings helps keep council on track to become carbon neutral
Storm Ciarán – Dorset Council updates
There are currently weather warnings in effect for Dorset as Storm Ciarán hits the UK’s South Coast. There is a Yellow warning in effect for heavy rain (until 11:59pm) and strong winds (until 5pm) on Thursday 2 November.
Dorset Council and Heidelberg Materials win Highway Partnership Award
Dorset Council’s Highways team were delighted to have their work recognised on a national scale this month when they won the Best Partnership Award at the Highways Awards.
Weymouth Quay Regeneration work to start
Work is due to start at the Weymouth Harbour peninsula quayside next Monday, 16 October, to create new facilities for fishing, charter and harbourside businesses and improve the public spaces in this part of the harbour.
Grants available to help Dorset’s vulnerable households save energy and lower bills
This month saw the launch of the Home Upgrade Grant in Dorset, a government-funded scheme helping homeowners and landlords improve the energy efficiency of their homes. Through the scheme, households who do not use mains gas for heating, are on a low income, and have a low energy rating could be eligible for grants for… Read more Grants available to help Dorset’s vulnerable households save energy and lower bills
Dorset Council Cabinet seeks wider support to pursue Devolution Deal
Next week, Dorset Council members will consider a report that seeks wider approval for the development of a Devolution Deal, including closer working with other councils.
Cobb stabilisation funding under pressure from inflation
The project team managing the Cobb Stabilisation Scheme are exploring additional funding options as rising inflation has meant there is a need to add to the £3million budget.
Portland’s historic High Angle Battery site to be rediscovered thanks to a Heritage Fund grant
This week, Dorset Council announced it has successfully secured funding to improve and preserve the heritage site of High Angle Battery in Portland.
Place Names of Dorset- Unlocking their Secrets
Have you ever wondered about some of the weird and wonderful place names in Dorset? How does a name like ‘Sixpenny Handley’ or ‘Ryme Intrinseca’ come about and what can the name tell us about the history of a place?
Information wanted about damage to an oak tree.
Malicious damage of a protected mature oak tree has meant that it needs to be cut down.
Residents to vote on Chesil Bank Neighbourhood Plan
The community could have a Neighbourhood Plan if residents give it the go ahead.
Powerfuel to appeal against refusal of planning permission for Portland Energy Recovery Facility
Dorset Council has received notice from Powerfuel that they intend to appeal the council’s decision to refuse planning permission for an Energy Recovery Facility at Portland Port.
National recognition for Dorset Council’s work to tackle climate change
Dorset Council has been announced as a finalist for Best Climate Action or Decarbonisation Initiative in this year’s Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards.
Dorset’s country parks and nature sites recognised as some of the best in England
In a record-breaking year, 3 country parks and 2 nature sites in Dorset have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.
Dorset Council named ‘responsible authority’ for Local Nature Recovery
Dorset Council has been appointed as one of 48 responsible authorities’ in England, to lead in the preparation of a new Local Nature Recovery Strategy for the county.
Council schemes helping households and businesses save energy set to continue
Help for residents, communities, and businesses in Dorset to reduce energy use and tackle rising costs will continue, according to a new report from Dorset Council.
Farming in Protected Landscapes programme celebrates success
More than 5,000 farmers and land managers have now benefited from the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme, new figures have shown.
Have your say on dogs consultation
A consultation has started by Dorset Council on a new Dog-related Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO).
Dredged sediment poses no risk to health.
Analysis of the sediment deposited on Lyme Regis Front Town beach from the annual dredging in March this year shows that there is nothing that could be a risk to human or marine life.
Affordable housing for local people handed over in Langton Matravers
A new development of affordable housing created for the local community has been handed over to the residents of Spyway Orchard, Langton Matravers.
Lower Winterborne residents have chance to shape their community
Residents of Lower Winterborne have the opportunity to shape their community through the development of a Neighbourhood Plan.
Landscape gardener prosecuted for fly-tipping waste near Dorchester
Today (Thursday 20 April), Dorset Council’s Waste Enforcement and Legal teams have successfully prosecuted another fly-tipper.
