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.
Dorchester Market Car Boot funding welcome applications
The Dorchester Market Car Boot Fund will open on Monday 25 September for applications from community and voluntary organisations working in and around Dorchester. The fund comes from weekly car boot sales held in Dorchester and will be distributed to local community and voluntary organisations in and around the town to benefit projects operating within… Read more Dorchester Market Car Boot funding welcome applications
Route 3 bus service in Weymouth to continue throughout winter
Working in collaboration with Dorset Council, First Bus South will continue to run the Route 3 bus service for passengers in Westham and Southill.
Need some capital funding towards a community project?
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project? The latest round of the Capital Leverage Fund which is managed by Dorset Council, is still open and welcoming applications for projects which will provide new and improved facilities for communities and residents… Read more Need some capital funding towards a community project?
New funding round launched to help communities thrive
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for projects that bring communities across Dorset together.
£4.3m awarded to help homeowners improve energy efficiency and save money on their bills
Dorset Council, BCP Council and Public Health Dorset have been awarded £4,343,000 by central government to upgrade homes and off-grid households with energy efficiency measures as part of the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) scheme.
Funding boost for community and cultural sector organisations to deliver local support
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
Dorset Council set to receive £4.5 million to succeed EU funding
Central government has confirmed that Dorset Council is to receive around £4.5m over the next two years to continue several key programmes, as well as launch some new initiatives.
Deadline looming to apply for Community and Cultural Project Fund
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.
New funding round for community and cultural organisations
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.
Project fund round 4 opens next month
Project and event funding for cost-of-living challenges, arts, museums, heritage, community, physical activity and play activities. Dorset Council project funding can help you to make a difference to people living in our communities. Grants from £1,000 to £5,000 are available to groups who support the council to meet its core priorities. Round 4 of the Community… Read more Project fund round 4 opens next month
Funding secured to protect Lyme Regis Cobb
Dorset Council has secured £2.5million in funding from the Environment Agency to stabilise, protect and repair the historic Cobb in Lyme Regis.
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?
Family Hubs project wins a boost to funding
Families across Dorset will benefit from a huge boost to funding for a project that is currently underway.
Dorset Council installs solar panels to cut carbon emissions and reduce cost of waste services
Newly installed solar panels at two of Dorset Council’s waste depots are already producing over 200,000 kWh of renewable energy each year and providing most of each building’s power needs.
Dorset Council invests over £100,000 in community and culture projects
The second round of Dorset Council’s community and culture project awarded £66,094 to 18 local arts and sports organisations in March 2022.
Business case proposed for important works at the Cobb in Lyme Regis Harbour
In a report to Cabinet on Tuesday 5 April, Dorset Council officers are seeking approval of a business case regarding funding for repair and reinforcement works on the Cobb in Lyme Regis.
Dorset Council proposes to withdraw management from Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre
Dorset Council is proposing to withdraw its management from the Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre (QELC), Wimborne in 2024, but has pledged to work with its owners Queen Elizabeth School (QES) to find a sustainable way of keeping their facilities available to those who need them.
New grant for community projects in Dorset
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Do you need some capital funding for your project?
Time is running out to apply for the Community and Culture Project Fund
Are you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Need some funding to help achieve your plans?
More grant funding to make a difference to young people’s lives
Round 3 of funding for youth projects is open, with grants of up to £5,000 available.
How Dorset Council is spending £19m to make our buildings greener and cleaner
Dorset Council officers have been working hard with councillors on plans to update and upgrade Council properties using £19 million of grant funding, awarded to help us tackle the Climate and Ecological Emergency.
The second round of the Community and Culture Project Fund has launched
The Dorset Council managed fund helps ‘not for profit’ community groups or cultural groups that are looking for funds. These groups can be museums, community, sports or arts organisations. The fund can award up to £5,000 towards a project.
Councillor Spencer Flower’s reaction to the Chancellor’s budget announcement
Cllr Spencer Flower has reacted to the Government’s budget announcement today (27 October). Cllr Flower said:
Dorset Council awarded £2.13m to unlock land for homes
The grant funding will be used to help build almost 200 homes in Dorset on underused brownfield land, helping local people and families get on the property ladder.
Further organisations to benefit from Dorset Council’s Community and Culture Project Fund
More organisations are set to benefit from the first round of funding from Dorset Council’s Community and Culture Project Fund.
Consultation launched on future management of Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre
Dorset Council has launched a consultation on future management arrangements at Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre (QELC) in Wimborne.
Contracts awarded to continue support in Dorset
Dorset Council has awarded two, 5-year contracts to voluntary and community organisations to continue with the provision of support, advice and guidance to residents.
New funding for climate, nature and people in the nation’s special landscapes
Farmers and land managers in England’s National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) will be given grants to make improvements to the natural environment, cultural heritage and public access.
