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Material want for Dorset Magazine Article

Andy Greeves is looking for assistance:

I am a feature writer for Dorset Magazine and I am putting together an article on Sturminster Newton and the surrounding areas of Stalbridge, Marnhall and Spetisbury for the next issue.

I was just wondering if it might be possible to send me a small paragraph about your attraction/event/business/venue (and also looking to feature the North Dorset Trailway) and what would be of interest to locals and visitors to these areas along with some hi-res (1mb+) supporting images.

If there’s any chance you might be able to get me the information and images by next Friday (24 June), I would be hugely grateful.

Andy Greeves
Freelance Journalist
+44 (0)7979 156482
andygreeves6@hotmail.com
Twitter: @AndyGreeves

Dorset Magazine

Have your say – a combined authority for Dorset?

Alongside talk of unitary and devolution, you may have heard the phrase ‘combined authority’ coming up a lot recently. But what does it actually mean and how would you be affected?

The nine councils across Dorset have been working together on proposals for a combined authority. A combined authority would see them working as one democratically-accountable body around the areas of economic development, regeneration and transport. We’ve now got to the point where we want to hear from local people and businesses about those proposals. The consultation is open now and runs until 17 June 2016.

Why is a combined authority a good idea for Dorset?

  • As we are already aware councils need to transform the way they work in order to be fit for the future – this is the first step in that direction
  • A combined authority would provide Dorset with the certainty of structure and accountability to be successful in any devolution deal with Government
  • A combined authority would give Dorset one strong voice when bidding for funding or inward investment
  • A combined authority would provide speedier decision-making on issues related to strategic economic growth and strategic transport for the area

Six combined authorities have already been established nationally with many other areas also working towards this arrangement. This is an exciting opportunity for Dorset to be part of national change.

Please take a look at our combined authority pages at www.dorset-combined-authority.uk and use the short online form to tell us what you think about the proposals. It’s a chance for each of us to have a say about an important change to the local government landscape in Dorset.

Once the consultation has closed results will be collected, shared with the Secretary of State and then go onto inform Government’s decision on establishing a combined authority in Dorset.

Please note this consultation is about Dorset’s proposal for a combined authority and is not about unitary options. If you have any questions, please contact Steph Lyons at S.Lyons@dorsetcc.gov.uk or on 01305 224271.

Amber Dog Day Care

ADDC - Stur 15m radAmber Dog Day Care is pleased to announce a free collection service of a 15-mile radius around Sturminster Newton.

We offer human and canine interaction while you are at work or out for the day.

This involves lots of playing, walks across fields and in the woods.

The more days the dog comes, the cheaper the day rate.
We also offer a discount for multiple dogs.

Call on 07496 033 069 for a fuller description of our offering.
Email us at agility1@hotmail.co.uk.

  • Amber Dog Day Care staff are police checked (DBS).
  • Amber Dog Day Care  is insured.
  • Dog first aid course trained.

Amber Dog Day Care

Blandford Stour Rotary – Barn Dance

Blandford Stour Rotary proudly presents their:

Barn Dance

Everyone welcome into Durweston Village Hall on  Saturday 14th May 2016 – 7.00 for 7.30pm

£10 to include ploughman’s supper, Bar available, Raffle, fun and dancing!

Tickets available from:

  • Horrocks & Webb Jewellers – Salisbury Street, Blandford
  • Rag Tags, Children’s Outfitters – Barnack Walk, Blandford
  • Ros Nelmes – 01258 860793

Download for: 160217- Blandford Stour Rotary Poster – PDF (A4 – Landscape)

Dorset County Council – Mobile Library Service Consultation 2016

Please follow the link below to see information on a consultation on proposed changes by Dorset County Council to the mobile library service –

Letter re consultation on proposed changes to mobile library services 2016

Please take the time to complete the survey so that we can understand the impact that the proposals may have.  You can give your views online at www.dorsetforyou.com/mobile-library-consultation or return this form via the mobile library or any static library.

The consultation is open from 4 April to14 May 2016.

 

North District Council – Notice of a casual vacancy for a Councillor Hill Forts Ward

THE HILL FORTS WARD OF
NORTH DORSET DISTRICT COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
A casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for The Hill Forts Ward of the District Council.
If a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below by TWO Local Government Electors from the District, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy.
Dated: 24 March 2016
Matt Prosser
Returning Officer
Electoral Services
Nordon
Salisbury Road
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 7LL

Published
Categorised as Notice

Road to be closed for bridge replacement in North Dorset

Drivers are being given advance warning of major bridge works which will close the road that links Child Okeford and Shillingstone in north Dorset.

Hayward Main Bridge, which carries Bere Marsh Road/Hayward Lane over the River Stour, will be closed from Monday 4 April until Friday 14 October while it has a new deck built.

Work will be carried out to replace the corroded deck and steel bridge beams, and the existing stone masonry abutments and central pier will be refurbished.

Safer vehicle restraint parapets will be installed on the bridge and on the bridge approach, and the south west retaining wall – which is currently being held up by temporary supports – will be rebuilt.

Dorset County Councillor Deborah Croney, elected member for Hambledon Division, said: “The condition of this bridge has been getting progressively worse and it’s time to replace it before any further restrictions have to be put in place.

“It’s essential that we keep our communities linked, for business, for leisure and for our day-to-day lives and, although the closure will prove to be an inconvenience for a few months, completing these major works now will prove highly beneficial in the longer term.”

The signed diversion will take drivers along Duck Street and onto the A350 to Blandford. Walkers and cyclists will be able to use other foot bridges in the area – one north and one south of Hayward Main Bridge

Due to the scale of the work, Raymond Brown Ltd will be carrying out the work on behalf of Dorset County Council. This will ensure that essential maintenance to other structures in the county can still be carried out while this £1.5 million major project is underway.

In December 1997, a bridge assessment of the strength of the deck found the maximum load capacity of the bridge to be substandard and the bridge was given a weight restriction of 38 tonnes. A further inspection in August 2013 led to the restriction on the bridge being lowered to 26 tonnes.

For more information visit www.dorsetforyou.com/hayward-bridge