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Register to join the Nature Recovery Dorset network
The Nature Recovery Dorset network celebrates and supports the individuals, farmers, landowners, communities, and organisations who are helping restore nature in Dorset. There's no cost or commitment to join - just a shared desire to make nature in Dorset bigger, better and more joined up. Find out more about the network. Follow the simple steps to register by clicking 'Join here' below. Nature Recovery Dorset... MoreCloses 31 March 2026 -
Low Carbon Dorset Community Impact Survey
Low Carbon Dorset is a Dorset Council programme helping local organisations reduce carbon emissions and save on energy costs. Your community building recently received a grant from Low Carbon Dorset to install energy efficiency or renewable energy measures. We are keen to hear from you about whether you think these measures have improved the building. MoreCloses 31 December 2025 -
Dorset Council Garden Waste Service Satisfaction Survey
Welcome to the Dorset Council Garden Waste Survey Thank you for using our garden waste collection service. We’re committed to providing a reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly service - and your feedback helps us improve. This quick survey will take just a few minutes. Share your views on collections, customer service, and value for money to help shape the future of the service. If you would like to respond in a different way, like... MoreCloses 22 December 2025 -
Age-friendly Dorset - Survey 2025
Thank you for takin g the time to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us shape Age-friendly Communities across Dorset. We’ve just joined the UK Age-friendly Networ k—an exciting milestone that connects us to a global movement working to make towns and cities more inclusive and supportive of older people. This could mean anything from more benches to stronger community connections and more job opportunities for the over 50s. Now,... MoreCloses 19 December 2025 -
Admission Arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools in Dorset Council 2027 to 2028
Dorset Council will be consulting on the admissions arrangements for the academic year 2027 to 2028. The consultation will run from Monday 3 November 2025 to Sunday 14 December 2025. 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 14 December 2025. The documents and information related to the consultation can be... MoreCloses 14 December 2025 -
Shipton Gorge and Loders Community Governance Review
Dorset Council, at its meeting on 23 October 2025, agreed Terms of Reference for a Community Governance Review of the parishes of Shipton Gorge and Loders, in accordance with Part 4, Chapter 3 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007. The Council is required to have regard to the Guidance on Community Governance Reviews issued by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government. For a paper copy of this survey, telephone Electoral... MoreCloses 5 December 2025 -
Budget engagement follow up
This set of follow-up questions is for those that have completed their budget through the engagement simulator . If you have not completed this yet, please do so first. Thanks for submitting your budget. Before you go, we’d love to ask a few quick questions to help us understand: How you found using the simulator Whether it changed how you think about council services and spending What we can improve for future tools Your feedback will... MoreCloses 2 December 2025 -
Minerals and Waste Consultation 2025
Dorset Council's Mineral and Waste Plans are out of date and we are preparing to review and update them to produce a single Minerals and Waste Plan for Dorset. Dorset supplies a range of important minerals that are used locally and nationally. Dorset also produces a range of different types of waste, all of which must be managed. Reviewing and updating the Minerals and Waste Plan will help us decide how much mineral should be produced over the next 15 to 20 years and where (in... MoreCloses 25 November 2025 -
Dorset Design Code Survey
Work is starting on the development of a Dorset Design Code. The Dorset Design Code will raise design standards of future development through clear rules and guidance. It will help make sure that new buildings and spaces are: locally distinctive high quality sustainable The code will show how to apply policies from the Dorset Local Plan for new developments. This will include how developments are designed and built including how: energy is... MoreCloses 21 November 2025 -
Energising Dorset's Economy
Energising Dorset’s Economy – Developing a Better Future Dorset is on the brink of something truly transformational. We’re transforming our region into a thriving hub of clean energy , innovation, and opportunity. Energising Dorset’s Economy is more than an ambitious Economic Growth Strategy - it’s a movement. One that’s rooted in our heritage, powered by our communities, and focused on a future where prosperity and... MoreClosed 31 October 2025 -
Dorset and BCP Councils Local Transport Plan Survey
We’re creating a new Local Transport Plan (LTP) that will guide how people and goods move around Dorset and the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) area from 2026 to 2041. This joint plan between Dorset Council and BCP Council sets out a long-term vision to make travel easier, safer and more inclusive. The plan looks at how we can improve travel choices, reduce congestion, cut pollution, and make it easier for people to get to work, school, healthcare and leisure. It... MoreClosed 20 October 2025 -
Dorset Council Call for Sites
Please use this online form to submit sites for assessment by the Council. Whilst the Dorset Council 'call for sites' 2024 is now closed, sites that may have potential for new homes (including for the settled and Traveller communities), and employment development can still be submitted through this online form. We will be assessing submissions received before 20 December 2024, in 2025. Sites submitted after 20 December 2024 will likely be assessed at a later date. Please note:... MoreClosed 13 October 2025 -
Dorset History Centre Survey 2025
Dorset History Centre is the official archives and local studies service for Bournemouth, Christchurch, Dorset and Poole, based in Dorchester. Archives are records created by a wide range of organisations and people which are kept for their value as evidence of the past - the "raw material" of history. Our collections date from the 10th century to the present and include a wide range of formats, from paper and parchment to audio-visual and digital. Archives are important for everyone in... MoreClosed 10 October 2025 -
Dorset National Landscape Management Plan Consultation
Dorset Council and its partners in the Dorset National Landscape Partnership have a statutory responsibility for reviewing and developing a 5-year management plan for the landscape. These are plans for the Dorset National Landscape Partnership and team, individual partner organisations, farmers and landowners, communities and businesses. The purpose is to set out how we all may contribute towards the conservation and enhancement of natural beauty in this special area. A new draft plan has... MoreClosed 22 September 2025 -
Pleasure Boat, Vessel and Boatperson Licensing Policy Consultation
Dorset Council is proposing to introduce a new policy for the licensing of Pleasure Boats, Vessels and Boatpersons. A new draft Policy has been prepared by officers for consultation. The policy is intended to give a fair, consistent and equitable approach across the Dorset Council area. This would give the Council, as Licensing Authority greater control over the licensing of pleasure craft and ensure that all operators and boatpersons are subject to the same application,... MoreClosed 13 September 2025 -
Dorset Council Parking Survey
Since 2021/22, we’ve operated a 3-tier parking tariff and updated our permit system. Now, we’re reviewing how well these changes are working for residents, workers, businesses, and visitors. This survey focuses on how you use our car parks, how aware you are of the permits available, and whether the current system meets your needs. We’re especially keen to learn: how and when you use Dorset Council car parks what types of... MoreClosed 4 September 2025 -
Housing Allocation Policy Consultation
The Council has a public law duty to operate a Housing Allocation Scheme, like all local authorities. This scheme explains how to register for housing, how applications are assessed, and how properties are allocated. Dorset Council is required to periodically review its Housing Allocation Scheme. The current housing allocation scheme was introduced in 2021. The Council intends to amend its Housing Allocation Schemes, so that it continues to meet legal... MoreClosed 24 August 2025 -
Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) 2025
A Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) is a statement of needs in relation to pharmaceutical services. It is a key tool for NHS England to decide how to commission pharmaceutical services and aid in the consideration of applications to join the pharmaceutical list for the area. Every Health and Wellbeing Board is required to assess the need for pharmaceutical services in its area and to publish a PNA. The Dorset Health and Wellbeing Board and the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole... MoreClosed 14 August 2025 -
Model Byelaws consultation
There are currently several Byelaws for the regulation of businesses and practitioners who undertake skin piercing practices. Currently, we have different parts of the county following different rules. The Legacy Councils (East Dorset District Council, North Dorset District Council and Purbeck District Council) have Byelaws regulating Ear Piecing, Electrolysis, Tattooing and Acupuncture. West Dorset District Council and Weymouth and Portland Borough Council however use newer... MoreClosed 14 August 2025 -
Proposed Weymouth Peninsula Harbour Revision Order
HARBOURS ACT 1964 (AS AMENDED) Proposed Weymouth Peninsula Harbour Revision Order Notice of application for a Harbour Revision Order NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dorset Council (“the applicant”) has applied to the Marine Management Organisation (“the MMO”) for a Harbour Revision order under section 14 of the Harbours Act 1964. The proposed order would disapply the Open Port Duty to area shaded red on the Peninsula Plan deposited with the... MoreClosed 1 August 2025 -
Draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy - Youth Survey
Dorset is home to lots of plants and animals. But the number of animals and plants is getting smaller, and there are fewer places for wildlife to live. Nature recovery is about fixing this and making more, better, bigger and joined up spaces for nature across the countryside, coast and towns. So, we’ve been working with people across Dorset on a plan to help nature – called a local nature recovery strategy. This survey has been created for... MoreClosed 1 August 2025 -
Events and drop-in sessions - local nature recovery strategy consultation
Dorset local nature recovery strategy People and organisations across Dorset have come together to prepare a local nature recovery strategy to help restore and protect nature in our county. The draft strategy is out for public consultation from 7 th May to 30 th July 2025. During this time you can come along to one of the events or drop-in sessions listed below to: learn about plans to make more space for nature in Dorset speak to our... MoreClosed 30 July 2025 -
Draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy Consultation
People and organisations across Dorset have come together to prepare a Local Nature Recovery Strategy to help restore and protect nature in our county. The strategy sets 12 priorities for nature recovery in Dorset, supported by a list of potential activities and a local habitat map. This consultation gives people the opportunity to help shape the strategy and get involved in nature recovery. The survey includes questions for everyone. You can skip any... MoreClosed 30 July 2025 -
Pilotage Directions Amendment – Weymouth Harbour
Notice of public consultation Closing Date 25 th July 2025 Pilotage Directions Amendment – Weymouth Harbour Introduction Weymouth Harbour, as a Competent Harbour Authority (CHA) under the Pilotage Act 1987(the Act), intends to amend its Pilotage Directions. This consultation is issued in accordance with Section 7 of the Act and invites feedback from stakeholders on the proposed changes. This Public Consultation Notice gives both notice and detail... MoreClosed 25 July 2025 -
Towards a new model of Day Opportunities Consultation
In 2021, and again in 2023, we asked people who use day opportunities about their experiences. They told us they would like a wider choice of local activities with more flexible options. They also said that they wanted to be able to do activities during the evening and weekends. Speaking to people has helped understand what people want from day opportunities. We need to change the way we deliver these to give people more choice and flexibility. We are... MoreClosed 9 June 2025 -
New powers to improve road safety
Dorset Council would like to pilot the use of cameras to make sure that drivers continue to comply with a traffic restriction at St Martins Road near Upton Junior School. Background There has been a School Street traffic restriction at St Martins Road near the junior school since June 2022. This has reduced traffic during the restricted hours, creating a safer environment for children walking, wheeling and cycling to school. The closure is... MoreClosed 26 May 2025 -
Street Lighting Policy Consultation
The council is seeking feedback on a range of potential changes to its street lighting to improve nighttime safety, save energy and be more sustainable. The current policy highlights the benefits of moving from relatively inefficient old-style lighting (sodium lights) to Light Emitting Diode (LED) streetlights, which can reduce energy consumption by up to 60%. This has been an integral part of the climate programme for the council. However, some residents have... MoreClosed 4 May 2025 -
Parents Views on Before and Afterschool Childcare
Are you a parent of a primary school-aged child who wants to win a £50 Amazon voucher for giving your views? Complete this survey about before and after school childcare. Parents of primary school-aged children should be able to access before and after school childcare from the hours of 8am to 6pm from their local school or childcare provider. We want to find out from parents what type of childcare they need, and if the current childcare they use is meeting their needs. Dorset... MoreClosed 30 April 2025
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