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Advice and support from Parish Council Domains Helper Service

Although funding to encourage councils to move to .gov.uk domains has ended, the service is still available for advice and support. 

Discover Gillingham Day - 9 May 2025

Gillingham Town Council Showcases Community Impact at Discover Gillingham Day

The Big Lunch 2025

Message for parish and town councils in Dorset from Lauren Webb - Partnership Marketing: Communities - The Eden project
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Have your say on Dorset’s plan for nature

Local councils are invited to comment on the draft Dorset Local Nature Recovery Strategy.

Cranborne Chase National Landscape - Parish Council Grants

Message from Celine Mills of Cranborne Chase National Landscape

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Small One-off Capital Grants Fund from Dorset Council

A new fund is open for applications and is perfect for parish and town councils and village halls.

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Hints and Tips Workshop for funding

Wednesday 21 May 2025 | 2 - 4pm | Durweston Village Hall

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Dorset Council's Youth Grant open now

This year’s Dorset Council Youth Grant is taking applications until 28 May 2025.
 
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Meet the High Sheriff of Dorset

High Sheriff awards for those volunteering for their communities.

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Support the Safety of Lithium-ion Batteries Campaign

UK charity Electrical Safety First (ESF) is asking for support to ensure the safety of lithium-ion batteries.

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Climate and Nature Survey Next Steps

Survey will lead to a Town and Parish Council Climate Action Toolkit.
 
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Funding available for projects for young people

Local Alliance Groups and Dorset Council have made funding available for community groups, education settings and volunteer organisations.

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Contact

Telephone: 01305 224460

Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk

Member Training: training@dorset-aptc.gov.uk

General Enquiries: info@dorset-aptc.gov.uk

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 2pm

 

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