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Loscombe Crossroads (A30) Survey
Temporary restrictions at Loscombe Crossroads were introduced in 2025 to remove crossing movements at the junction following a history of serious and fatal collisions. The junction is located on the A30, a high-speed dual carriageway. The restrictions changed how some journeys are made through the junction and surrounding road network. Dorset Council would like to understand how the current arrangements have affected residents, businesses and road users, including any...
Admission Arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools in Dorset Council 2028 to 2029
Dorset Council will be consulting on the admissions arrangements for the academic year 2028 to 2029. The consultation will run from Monday 9 November 2026 to Sunday 20 December 2026. Any person may submit their comments, both positive and negative, to Ed Denham, School Organisation, Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester, DT1 1XJ or through email schoolorganisation@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk by Sunday 20 December 2026. The documents and information related to the consultation can be...
Closed consultations and engagement
NHS Healthy Start scheme — Have Your Say
Share your views on the NHS Healthy Start scheme All children deserve a healthy start in life. Healthy food and vitamins can make a big difference for families in the early years. Working with BCP Council, we’re running a short survey to understand people’s experiences of the NHS Healthy Start scheme and how we can make it easier for families to find out about it, sign up, and get free support to buy healthy food. Complete our survey by midnight on Monday 2 November to help us...
Renters' Rights Act survey
Do you rent your home from a private landlord in Dorset? We're looking for a few minutes of your time to help us understand what renters know about new laws to protect their rights under the Renters' Rights Act. Your responses will help Dorset Council improve the information and support we provide to private renters. This is a short survey and should take around 2 to 3 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous and will only be used for research and service...
Dorset Council Local Plan - scoping consultation 2026
Dorset Council is preparing a new local plan for the Dorset Council area. The local plan will help guide how Dorset changes in the future. It will set out where new homes, jobs, infrastructure, community facilities and environmental improvements should happen. Once adopted, it will be used to help decide planning applications across the Dorset Council area. This scoping consultation is an initial stage for preparing the Dorset Council Local Plan under the new planning system, as required...