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Gypsies and Travellers The Dorset Wide Joint Plan

Please note that since the formation of Dorset Council, work on a Dorset-wide Gypsy and Traveller Joint Development Plan Document has ceased. Future planning for the needs of Gypsies, Travellers, and Travelling Showpeople is being undertaken by Dorset Council as part of the Dorset Council Local Plan. 

Background information and needs assessment

Background information on the process of preparing the Development Plan Document (DPD) and the latest assessment of Gypsy and Traveller accommodation needs.

Dorset-wide Gypsy and Traveller (including Travelling Showpeople) Joint Development Plan Document

Dorset councils working together to allocate permanent and transit sites for Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople.

First stage consultation and assessment of sites

details of the first stage of consultation on issues and options, and site options, including a report on the results of the consultation.

Sustainability appraisal - Dorset-wide Joint Development

Info about the sustainability appraisal and others assessments that will be integrated into the Dorset-wide joint development plan Gypsies and Travellers