Care homes across the county are being offered up to £10,000 to introduce acoustic monitoring systems - an innovative approach that uses AI, sound and motion-based technology to boost resident safety and well-being. Acoustic monitoring relies on audio and motion sensors…
A campaign to raise awareness of a Dorset partnership Housing helpline, is showing early signs of success, as data shows an increase of 18 per cent for the number of calls received in July and August compared to the same period last year.
New housing developments at three different locations across Dorset, providing almost 50 affordable homes and homes for first time buyers have been launched.
A significant programme of work to replace the two main harbour walls which support the peninsula in Weymouth will start early in 2025 and is likely to take between 10 and 12 months to complete.
The Office of the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Dooley LVO MMs FRCOG succeeding Angus Campbell CVO, who recently retired after serving 10 years in the role.
Dorset Council is pleased to announce that food and drink cartons, as well as foil trays and sheet foil, can now be placed in your household recycling bin for collection.
Families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities are invited to take part in a live online session titled “Let’s Talk SEND.” These events provide an opportunity for families across Dorset to engage with practitioners and get their questions answered.
Wider footways, a parallel crossing and a reduced speed limit are to be introduced near Upton Country Park, off the A35, near Poole.
Purpose: This is a joint update from the subgroups that feed into the Multi Agency Forum (MAF), which supports operational planning of the Bibby Stockholm barge in Portland. The MAF consists of representatives from the Home Office, Dorset Council, Portland Town Council,…
Community groups and cultural organisations in Dorset have been awarded almost £100,000 thanks to the council’s Community and Culture Project Grant Fund.
Cllr Nick Ireland, Leader of Dorset Council, has responded to the news that the Winter Fuel Allowance is to be scrapped. He said: "Following the vote in Parliament today agreeing the changes to Winter Fuel Payment, I am concerned about the negative consequences for…
A local community has taken a significant step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their area. Wool Parish Council has submitted a new Neighbourhood Plan for independent examination. The plan has been drawn up by residents, and agreed by the…
Community and voluntary organisations working in and around Dorchester can now apply for funding from the Dorchester Market Car Boot Fund.
Want to upgrade your cooking skills? Or maybe you know someone who lives on ready meals and need some help? It’s a sad fact that many people have lost the ability to cook while others find the convenience of ready meals, fast food and food delivery easy to rely on.
Fontmell Magna Parish Council has been reviewing its Neighbourhood Plan and has now submitted a revised version for examination. This comes four and a half years after the original Fontmell Magna Neighbourhood Plan was adopted.
Paul Dempsey has been appointed as the Executive Director of People – Children at Dorset Council. He has been Corporate Director Care and Protection at Dorset Council since May 2022 and was appointed to the Executive Director role following a robust recruitment process.
Dorset Council will be honouring the heroic people who work for the NHS and the emergency services in the UK on Emergency Services Day Monday 9 September.
IRONMAN returns Sunday 15 September so, even if you are not planning to watch the event, please make sure you understand the plans for the day as your journey may be affected.
After 10 years as Dorset’s Lord-Lieutenant, the Sovereign’s representative in the county, Angus Campbell CVO retires today, 4 September.
Care leavers have a new place in Weymouth where they can get support and advice. The Hub is located on the ground floor of 10 Kirtleton avenue which already hosts existing housing for young people.
