Ninety-six miles of road refreshed
Dorset Council highways service has completed its annual surface dressing programme, with 96-miles of road treated this season.
Free activities during the school holidays
Taking the kids out during the school holidays doesn’t have to be expensive. Here are a wide range of free activities for families across Dorset to enjoy.
Weymouth man successfully prosecuted by Dorset Council for fly-tipping
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.
Deadline looming for community groups to apply for capital funding towards their community project
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project?
Don’t lose your voice
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.
Dorset Council Bus Improvements Survey
In March 2021, the Government launched Bus Back Better, a new National Bus Strategy for England with the key aims of making buses: More attractive for passengers More affordable Easier to understand and use Faster and more reliable Greener The Council had submitted a Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) and bid for funding which aims… Read more Dorset Council Bus Improvements Survey
Awards celebrate children in care
Exceptional young people in care were celebrated for their achievements at a special awards ceremony at Monkey World in Wareham. Young people were joined by their foster carers and social workers for the event.
Beryl bikeshare boost for Dorset, just in time for Cycle to Work Day
The UK’s leading micromobility provider, Beryl, and Dorset Council are offering thousands more people the chance to take up two wheeled travel from today (1 August), a few days ahead of the UK’s biggest cycling commuting event.
Paving works progress going well
Work to replace worn paving in a busy Dorset market town is progressing well and on track to finish this Autumn.
Maintaining hidden structures
We love our historic structures in Dorset, but did you know that many lie under the road?
Service 6 bus route contract up for renewal later this year
The contract for the Service 6 bus route between Bridport and Yeovil will be up for renewal later this year.
Dorset Road Fix – resurfacing August 2022
Dorset Highways maintenance gangs are out across the council area continuing to repair road damage.
Dorset Council Local Plan – Cabinet update
Earlier this year, the Leader of Council, Cllr Spencer Flower, set out his commitment to develop a new Dorset Council Local Plan that meets the needs and aspirations of the people of Dorset.
Dorset Council country parks awarded coveted Green Flag Awards
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.
Ground-breaking 5G RuralDorset project wins more national recognition
The multi-award winning 5G RuralDorset project has won more national recognition for its internationally ground-breaking work. Led by Dorset Council, the government funded research programme won more plaudits when it was highly commended in the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) awards in the Future Places category. Since it was launched in 2020, the 5G team and… Read more Ground-breaking 5G RuralDorset project wins more national recognition
Don’t scorch our heathlands in these scorching temperatures
The Urban Heaths Partnership (UHP), Litter Free Dorset (LFD) and Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) are working together to raise awareness of the risk of wildfires on heathland and forests during the soaring summer temperatures.
New sections of the Dorset Coast Path for walkers to enjoy
Major cliff falls and landslides back in 1995 and 2001 between Lyme Regis and Stonebarrow left walkers being diverted off this now unstable and dangerous route onto a lengthy, unpleasant road diversion via the A3052. Now this stretch has been restored with two new coast path sections.
Purbeck Gateway latest to be showcased at Wareham Market
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.
Exciting proposals for Redlands heading to Dorset Council committee
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.
Gold Award for council’s Armed Forces support
A Gold Award has been given to Dorset Council as part of the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
Free swimming for children and young people this summer holiday
After securing additional funding, Dorset Council residents under the age of 16 can access free swimming from 25th July to the 4th of September in some of the leisure centres across the county. Cllr Andrew Parry, Portfolio Holder for Children, Education and Early Help said: ‘We are delighted to have the opportunity to provide… Read more Free swimming for children and young people this summer holiday
Anti-social behaviour Awareness Week kicks off with event on Weymouth seafront
Dorset Council’s anti-social behaviour (ASB) team are joining up with Dorset Police, Community Safety Patrol Officers, Dorset Fire and Rescue, Dorset Youth Outreach, We Are Weymouth and Weymouth Town Council to talk to members of the public at an event on Monday 18 July.
Camp Bestival 2022 – plan your journey
Camp Bestival returns to the Lulworth Estate later this month – with traffic restrictions in place to ensure safe access to the event and help keep vehicles moving through the area.
Dorset’s first dedicated coding day for school children to be held this autumn
Dorset’s first-ever live and interactive coding day for children will be held this September and schools across the county are being urged to take part. Held on 15 September during National Coding Week, the Dorset Coding Day is for children in years 5, 6 and 7 and aims to inspire future Bill Gateses and Ada… Read more Dorset’s first dedicated coding day for school children to be held this autumn
Dorset Road Fix 2022 – surface dressing from 11 July
Work is underway to repair rural and residential roads as part Dorset Council’s annual programme of surface dressing.
30mph speed limit reduction proposed for Wimborne Road and Stapehill Road, Ferndown
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.
Community Governance Review, final recommendations
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
Junction improvements planned for Sherborne
As part of Dorset Council’s ongoing programme of traffic signal upgrades, the busy Marston Road junction in Sherborne is being improved.
Changes made to education provision following Ombudsman investigation
Dorset Council has made changes to the way it provides alternative education for children who are unable to go to school.
Rural Dorset to test 5G mmWave technology for next generation agriculture
A pioneering Dorset project has been awarded funding to conduct cutting edge research with the world’s leading wireless technology innovator. Read more here
