The A357 BLANDFORD ROAD, SHILLINGSTONE has an emergency road closure notice that will come in to operation from Sunday 31st January 2021 and will remain in force for 21 days.
Wessex Water will work extended working hours 7 days a week, however will not work overnight due to the residential nature of the area.
A manned closure will be introduced between Durweston Bridge to Bridge Street, Sturminster Newton – this is to ensure HGVs don’t drive in to the ‘road closed’ area as there will be nowhere for them to turn around.
Access for residents and emergency services will be maintained and signage will be put out in the surrounding villages to indicated that the routes are not suitable for HGV traffic.
If you would like further information:
about the work being undertaken please contact Wessex Water on 0345 600 4600;
concerning this notice please call Dorset Highways’ Traffic Team on 01305 221020;
HelpandKindness need information about Print Resources local to us:
Please see below for the information we would be extremely grateful to gather, either by email or telephone.
[NEWSLETTER MAGAZINE NAME] Information Request
Contact Name and Position
Telephone Number / Email Address
Website
Media Type (Please let us know if any of the media is only available online)
Magazine
Newsletter
Other (Please specify)
It would also be useful to gather further information such as advertising rates, copy instructions or a media pack, if available.
The information provided will made available as a public resource on the Help and Kindness website and will be available to use amongst the wider community.
Coronavirus Helping Organisations:
https://www.helpandkindness.co.uk/public/files/coronavirus help – 28Apr20 Easy Read.pdf
More information about the Dorset Shopper Permit Consultation
Organisation: Dorset Council
Residents in the West Dorset District Council area have been able to purchase a Shoppers Permit. Shoppers Permits allow 2 hours parking (limited to one use per day) or 3 hours parking if a disabled badge is also displayed. At extra cost to the purchaser, it can be used in in a second vehicle but not on the same day.
With the new Dorset Council covering the whole Dorset area, having the Shoppers Permit available in just part of the area is not fair. Therefore, the future of the shoppers permit is under review. We would like your views on whether it should be made available to the whole Dorset Council area or should be withdrawn.
The current Shoppers Permit is a cardboard disk which is displayed in vehicle windscreens. The new permit may be virtual where the registration number allows access for a set period in short stay car parks.
Take the survey
Runs from 30 October 2020 to 6 December 2020. Start now
Coronavirus — information for parish & town councils NALC has updated its coronavirus information. This includes an update on the latest government announcement. See the update below:
The prime minister announced on 31 October 2020 that new national restrictions will come into force in England from 5 November. Guidance has been produced from the government and we will communicate any further guidance or changes to legislation through these mailing and on our dedicated webpage. This information forms part of a NALC’s dedicated webpage on the coronavirus. It should not be used as a substitute for government advice, however, there are some practicalities specific to local (parish and town) councils where we hope this information will help you plan ahead and manage your risks. If you would like further advice and support on any of these topics for your local council then please contact your local county association. This is a fast-moving situation and we will be updating the webpage regularly. Find out more
Gifted a gadget this Christmas? Free and friendly help is available
If
you have been gifted a computer or gadget over Christmas and don’t know
how to switch it on or make the most of it then help is at hand.
There
are over 75 Digital Champions volunteering in Dorset libraries to help
people with computers, tablets, phones and more. Most have gained
experience from
their professional careers.
Around
21% of people are not confident using the internet – that’s around
150,000 people across Dorset. And 70,000 of these have never been
online.
Not
everybody has access or the desire to use computers but attending a
session may spark an interest. Many learners have bought a tablet or
similar, because
of the programme.
Carol
and Allan Lander in Swanage, Dorset, were helped by Simon Parvin,
Digital Champion based in Swanage. They attended as a couple at the
library.
Carol
said: “Simon was very patient and helped me where I was having
difficulty. He explained things fully. My friend recently bought a new
smartphone, I told
her to go and see Simon. We were both impressed with his patience. It
was incredible. Before, I could get as far as putting the power plug in
and now I no longer fear computers crashing in front of me.
Allan
had some knowledge of computers. He wanted to know about PayPal
specifically, an online payments system. It supports online money
transfers and serves
as an electronic alternative to cheques.”
Digital
Champion Simon said: “So much in life now depends on using computers, I
am pleased to be able to help people to get going, and to solve their
many and
varied problems. It is a vital service and good to see people gain
experience and confidence with their computing skills.”
People
without a device can learn free of charge on the library facilities.
The sessions are held in a friendly environment and you go at your own
pace.
Some
Dorset residents say they feel excluded if they are offline and that
learning with a Digital Champion boosts their confidence and helps them
stay safe and
independent.
Thanks to the Superfast Dorset team it is easy to find your nearest volunteer. Call Dorset’s Digital Champion helpline on 01305 221048 and we’ll answer any questions about the support available. All our help is free.
Digital Champion Team Superfast Dorset Dorset Council
Clive Smith with his Swinging 60’s and Elvis impression, Sat 23rd Nov, 7:30pm.
Rockwaves Band from Bournemouth, 60’s-2019s hits, Sat 7th Dec, 7:30pm.
Adonis Unzipped with comedy Drag Queen, Sat 21st Dec, 7:30pm.
Also: In late January/early February, The Bryanston Club will host an open evening (date to be confirmed) to invite everyone to try out the sports and leisure activities we offer, and to see the facilities we have.
We are running Monthly Quiz Nights and NEW this Autumn BINGO evenings.
Did you know you can book our Skittles Alleys for private parties or why not hold your Wedding Reception with us.
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