Fingerposts are a common feature of the Dorset countryside, and their design is thought to be unique. They contribute to the local character of Dorset. Of the approximately1,285 fingerposts thought to exist in the 1950's, just 717 survive today.The repair of…
FLAG FLYING Revised times and dates for flags. · Saturday 10 September 2022 at 10:00am - Flags to be raised to full mast.· Sunday 11 September 2022 at 13:15 – flag to be returned to half mast· Flags continue to be flown at half-mast until…
The Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset and the Chairman of Dorset Council have paid tribute to Her Majesty The Queen who has died at the age of 96.Buckingham Palace issued the following statement this evening - "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this…
Following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty The Queen, an online book of condolence is available on the Buckingham Palace website. Books of condolence are also available during opening hours at County Hall, Dorchester and in all Dorset libraries.We invite…
The bin in the Corscombe playground is emptied by a volunteer who has just had to empty a truly disgusting bin in the playground. Please can users of the playground respect the bin situation and where ever possible take rubbish…
A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) came into force on 1 July that prevents people lighting fires, including BBQs, fireworks, lanterns, and campfires, in many areas across Dorset. Dorset Council is working with Forestry England and Dorset and Wiltshire Fire service…
Top tips on staying safe and well in the sun Well, it's been a hot one this week, and as the temperatures are set to continue in this vain over the weekend and into next week, stay safe this summer…
New funding for struggling Dorset householdsfrom Dorset Council News letter 10th June 2022Pensioners on low income or working people in receipt of qualifying benefits or in fuel poverty can apply for support to help with rising costs.The Household Support Fund is there…
