More than 80 people from across the voluntary and community sector attended our inaugural Stakeholder Conversation in Dorchester recently, marking the relaunch of our Stakeholder Advisory Group. The Conversation on Dementia and Memory Loss represents the start of a series…
Dorset Council will be flying the Roma Flag at County Hall on 2 August in commemoration of the deaths of all the Roma and Sinti murdered by the Nazis during the Second World War.
Exceptional young people in care were celebrated for their achievements at a special awards ceremony this week which was followed by a private screening of the new Despicable Me film. Young people were joined by their foster carers, social workers, teachers and education…
We wish to apologise for the challenges you have faced with our new library management system, which has affected our self-service functions and overall customer experience. We know performance of the system is not where we need it to be, and we are working hard to fix the…
Proposals to provide greater choice and opportunities for people across their local communities, as part of reshaping our current Day Opportunities, have today (23 July) received backing from councillors. The plan to introduce a new "hub" and "spoke" Day …
The Home Secretary has today announced that the contract for the Bibby Stockholm barge will not be renewed at Portland Port and therefore the vessel will no longer be in operation from the end of this contract in January 2025. We have just issued the following…
This summer, Dorset Council’s new Cabinet members are asking residents to help shape their plans and priorities for the next five years. Following the local elections in May, councillors are working through their proposed priorities and want Dorset residents to be part…
Between 24 June and 5 July, the Takeover Challenge saw 28 young people ‘takeover’ some of the top roles and responsibilities at Dorset Council, and step into the shoes of key decision-makers. The Takeover Challenge is a national campaign that allows young people to…
TRIBUTES have been paid to Dorset’s longest-serving councillor - who has been celebrating fifty years of continuous service.
Councillors of Dorset Council have voted to declare a nature emergency at the meeting of the full council on Thursday.
Young people were at the very centre of the recent Education Conference organised by Dorset Council, with Dorset Youth Voice co-hosting the event as part of the Takeover Challenge.
Dorset Council’s digital champions have added a new service to their menu after launching new sessions at a café and restaurant.Visitors to the Pavilion in the Park (PIP) café in Poundbury and Anglebury House in Wareham can now get more than just a ‘byte’ to eat.
A new web page has been unveiled, to mark the launch of the Home In On Housing Programme. This will deliver our Housing Strategy. On this page you will be able to read about the themes, aims and objectives.
Sustainable transport operators Beryl and partners, Dorset Council, are launching a brand new e-bike share scheme linking coast to town and beyond. Later this summer, 121 e-bikes will be made available to hire across Dorchester, Weymouth and the scenic Isle of Portland.
Schools across Dorset are urged to sign up now for an event that can help inspire their pupils to be the IT geniuses of the future. For the third year running, Dorset Council is holding its annual Coding Day for children in years 5,6 and 7.
Five of Dorset Council’s country parks and nature sites raise prestigious Green Flag Award after achieving international quality mark for parks and green spaces.
A child in care has written a heartfelt poem explaining how her foster carer has become ‘another mother’ to her. In the poem, Katie* age 14, expresses how her foster carer has become her rock and the one she turns to in times of need. Another Mother I cry, and I sob…
Businesses across the county are being urged to sign up to Dorset's Licensing Security and Vulnerability Initiative (Licensing SAVI), which has been set up to help licensed premises provide a safer and more secure environment for managers, staff, customers and local…
On Saturday 29 June, Chesil Youth Pride took place – hosted by Dorset Council and Weymouth College and in partnership with Space Youth Project, The Drop-In Portland, Dorset Music Hub, and Dorset Police. …
Short stay permits can now be used in most Dorset Council car parks for up to three hours a day, increasing from the previous two-hour limit. The extra hour has been added to give residents more time to get things done and offer more value for money.
