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In the run up to Christmas, Dorset Council is permitting free parking on certain dates in its car parks to help shoppers.

James Hammett was the only Martyr buried in Dorset, and the anniversary of his death was recognised with a floral tribute.

Dorset Council has launched its ‘Give the Greatest Gift’ campaign to encourage people to become foster carers.

The council feels that, at present, Dorset doesn’t receive sufficient funding for such a rural county with a high population of older residents.

The public survey for the Local Plan and Local Transport Plan have received more than 10,000 responses, a record number.

‘Know your rights, use your rights’ is the theme of this year’s Carers Rights Day, which takes place on Thursday 20 November.

October and the beginning of November were mild, but forecasters say colder weather is heading our way next week.

The booking system will now be introduced in Wimborne, Dorchester, Shaftesbury and Sherborne in 2026, instead of this year.

The authority has introduced a new Prevention and Early Intervention team to help people to retain their independence for longer.

Dorset Council’s Cabinet is to consider the Highways Capital Programme Strategy at its meeting on 11 November.