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PR 4223 – C13 – HGVs going one way

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HGVs going one way

A possible solution to the problems of HGVs travelling between Blandford and Shaftesbury is being trialled from next week.

Dorset County Council has discussed the issue with local and national haulage companies to try and alleviate the problems caused when two large vehicles try and pass each other along the narrower sections on these roads.

A trial of an unofficial, voluntary HGV one-way system will start on Monday 20 July. HGV, who are taking part, will travel north towards Shaftesbury on the A350 and south towards Blandford on the C13.

Cllr Peter Finney, county council Cabinet member for environment, said:

“This solution will not reduce the number of HGVs using these routes, but it will lessen the likelihood of two HGV’s [sic] travelling in opposite directions trying to pass each other at a pinch point. This causes disruption and delays to all highway users and impacts on local communities.

“This is the first of a number of initiatives to reduce the impact on roads in North Dorset. We will continue to work with local communities to find more solutions.”

The trial will continue until the C13 at Melbury Abbas is closed again when work will start on stabilising Dinah’s Hollow. The road has been closed for over a year due to the risk to road users from the unstable slopes. A date for this work has not been set.

More information about Dinah’s Hollow can be found at www.dorsetforyou.com/dinahs-hollow

Issued By:
Fiona King, Public Relations Officer
Tel: 01305 224725
Email: f.e.king@dorsetcc.gov.uk

Communications Unit, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Tel 01305 224491
www.dorsetforyou.com/news

Ask Dorset 2015 – Dorset County Council Consultation

Ask Dorset, the Dorset County Council community engagement programme, has now launched for 2015. They will be attending some major events across Dorset, including carnivals and the County Show, to ask the views of residents and want to hear from you.

Last year almost 12,000 people responded to Ask Dorset, there are a number of other ways to have your say:

Online: www.mycommunity.net/project/askdorset

Paper: copies of the survey will be available throughout the library network from July 1st and in the July edition of Your Dorset.

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Stourpaine Gardening Club – 2015 Activities

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Membership Fees

Annual subscriptions are due and will be £7.50 per person. We have had to increase the membership fee because we are having to use Durweston Village Hall for most of our meetings whilst the new village hall is being built. Could you please give your membership fees and for existing members, your membership cards for updating, to Pete and Jan Palmer at 22 Shaston Road either directly or through another committee member?

Stourpaine Gardening Club – Calendar of Events for 2015
(updated July 2015)

As from September, unless otherwise stated, all events will be held at the new Stourpaine Village Hall starting at 7.30 p.m.

 Details of the events are as follows:

  • Friday 14th August – Cheese and Wine with a quiz and fun with straw at Durweston Hall. Members free, non-members £10, tickets from Jan Palmer
  • Saturday, 12th September– Annual Show starting at 2 p.m. with the potato weigh in.  Chris Lewis and Jan will be this year’s contacts (see posters when they are up for timing)
  • Friday 9th October– a demonstration of trug making given by Carl Sadler
  • Friday 23rd October – a twilight visit to Abbotsbury Gardens – see below for details
  • Friday 13th November– a demonstration of winter hanging baskets and primrose balls given by The Gold Club
  • Friday, 11th December– Christmas social evening, including music by David Andrews

The Annual Stourpaine Show will be held on Saturday 12th September.  Entry schedules will be available Monday 10th August from White Horse stores, Jan Palmer or Chris Lewis at Wyoming, Havelins (left hand bungalow down the gravel track opposite Jean Chandler’s house).

There are lots more classes this year, so read the form carefully so as not to be disappointed.  This year entries will be invited from members, residents of Stourpaine and their families.  Bring your grandchildren to have some fun with Peter Jones, retired Clayesmore teacher.  Between 1.30 – 2.30pm, Peter will help them make “A Vegetable Sculpture” – all material will be supplied.

All adult entries will be 25p per exhibit and forms and fees must be submitted by 7 p.m., 9th September.  External judges are brought in for all classes except the children’s sculpture which will be judged by two committee members.

Also, we are planning a twilight visit to Abbotsbury Illuminated Gardens in October. Tickets will cost £9.20 if paid for in advance.  Anyone wanting further information on this event or to be added to the list please contact Jan (01258 453 470).  Payment must be made before 1st October.  We will be making our own way there as these tickets allow entry during the day as well.  Some of us will be making a day of it.  Anyone who would like to go and doesn’t have transport can speak to any committee member and we will do our utmost to get you a lift.

Consultation – Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole Draft Mineral and Waste Plan

Please follow the link below to see more details on the  public consultation on the Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole Draft Mineral and Waste Plan –

Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole Minerals and Waste Leaflet July 2015

For details of exhibitions being held locally please follow the link below –

>Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole Minerals and Waste Leaflet July 2015

Have your say on proposed changes to the Dorset Mobile Library Service

Please find attached a copy of supporting information document which provides more background to the reasons for the proposed changes and the list of stops proposed for withdrawal from the mobile library timetable plus the proposed new schedule.

Dorset Mobile Library Consultation 2015 Supporting Documentation

Consultation with mobile library users will run from Monday 13 July to Friday 4 September. The consultation questionnaires can be completed online (www.dorsetforyou.com/mobile-library-consultation) or by completing a paper copy available on the mobile libraries.

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Dorset County Council – Temporary closure of Boyne’s Lane to A354 Tarrant Hinton

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984, TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE, THE ROAD FROM BOYNE’S LANE TO A354, TARRANT HINTON

Please find below details of a temporary traffic notice, which the County Council is to introduce.

Notice – Temporary Closure of Boynes Lane to A354 Tarrant Hinton July 2015

If you would like further information:

  • concerning access or the work being undertaken, please call Dorset Highways Operations Team on 01305 228100;
  • concerning this notice please call Dorset Highways’ road space management team on 01305 221020;
  • concerning these and other roadworks in your area visit: roadworks.org
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Dorset Police – Emergency Services Fun Day 11th July 2015

Dorset Police is working with partners on an Emergency Services Family Fun Day which is being held in Poole Park on Saturday 11th July between 11:00 to 16:00.

The event will have interactive stands and free giveaways from Dorset Fire and Rescue, South West Ambulance Service, Dorset Police, Dorset Road Safe, Streetwise, Safewise, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, RNLI, Maritime & Coastguard Agency and many more!

There will be a display arena with demonstrations throughout the day including a police dog display, typical house fire, animal rescue, line rescue, CPR, chip pan fire, water rescue as well as a road traffic collision involving all emergency services.

We will be sharing information and photos on social media – just search #Dorset999 (or click the link) and don’t forget to share your photos via the hashtag too!

Please pass on this email or attached poster to friends and family – the event promises something for everyone and we look forward to seeing you there.

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Dorset Police – Dorset Driver Gold Programme

Do you remember when you last read the Highway Code?

If not, the Dorset Driver Gold programme may be right for you.

Dorset Driver Gold provides an opportunity to update your driving skills and confidence on the road, as well as refresh your knowledge on topics such as the Highway Code, modern driving techniques and how to keep driving safely for longer.

The programme is aimed at older drivers aged 75+ but drivers of all ages and experience are welcome.

The Dorset Driver Gold summer theory sessions, which run from July to September at various locations in the county, are now available. Attend one of these theory sessions to receive a free practical driving session, usually costing £39! To find out more and book a place, go to www.dorsetforyou.com/roadsafety/gold or call 01305 221031.

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