A large percentage of calls received by Dorset Police are for other agencies and not a matter for the police. Please ensure you are contacting the most appropriate agency to assist you with your enquiry.
You should contact your local council with issues such as:
Roads and transport
- Report a road issue
- Live travel alerts
- Parking issues
- Driveway obstructions
Recycling and rubbish
- Bin collections
- Recycling
- Litter
- Dog fouling
Planning and housing
- Street lighting
Leisure and culture
- Parks
Environmental Health
- Noise complaints including parties
- Pest control
- Lost/found animals
- Fly tipping
- Bonfires and fireworks
- Trading standards
Do you need the police? Please, think before you call 101.
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