Is your call a police matter?

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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