Dorset speed indicator initiative reaches milestone
A community scheme in Dorset’s towns and villages is marking 10 years since it was introduced to help slow down drivers.
New 50mph speed limit at Badbury Rings
To improve safety for all road users, a reduced speed limit of 50mph will be introduced on the B3082 at Badbury Rings.
Free bikes for children’s cycle training
Not having your own bike doesn’t need to be a barrier to learning to cycle for Dorset youngsters, thanks to 20 bicycles gifted to Dorset Council.
Dorset towns and parishes apply for new 20mph limits and zones
Five town and parish councils in the Dorset Council area are a step closer to implementing new 20mph speed limits and zones.
New 20mph application launched for towns and parishes
Dorset’s town and parish councils can now apply online for 20mph speed limits and zones, following the introduction of a new policy.
Community road signs damaged
Concerns are being raised that road safety could be at risk, following damage to several community.
New railings for Weymouth harbour
Work will start next week to install railings along the harbour wall on Custom House Quay in Weymouth.
Praise for successful community road safety scheme
Forty-five communities in Dorset are seeing slower vehicle speeds and safer roads thanks to Dorset Council’s community Speed Indicator Device (SID) programme.
