Our libraries are of course closed during the current pandemic, but they are still providing services online. In a Dorset Libraries update, Dorset Council have provided details of just how you can continue to enjoy library services during the lockdown.… Read more about Library services during the Coronavirus outbreak
Citizens Advice & Lockdown
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Purbeck Citizens Advice normally hold drop-in sessions at the Library but these are obviously currently not available. However, people can still get advice by phone or email. Here’s the latest from Purbeck Citizens Advice (and please see poster below) Purbeck… Read more about Citizens Advice & Lockdown
Coronavirus news and updates from Dorset Council
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Here’s the latest news and updates (as of 9th April 2020) from Dorset Council, regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: Please stay at home and love your local area This Easter and, indeed while this crisis continues, we’re urging you to… Read more about Coronavirus news and updates from Dorset Council
Bins, recycling and litter – Service update from Dorset Council (9th April)
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Here’s the latest update (as of 9th April 2020) from Dorset Council regarding changes to bins, recycling and litter collections: Most food, recycling, rubbish and glass collections are taking place as usual, including on Good Friday and Bank Holiday Monday… Read more about Bins, recycling and litter – Service update from Dorset Council (9th April)
Dorset Police & Council “Working with you to keep your safe” travel advice
Temporary closure of A350, Poole Road, 17th April
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Dorset Council has made a Notice under Section 14 [2] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984 as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the A350, POOLE ROAD, LYTCHETT MATRAVERS (in both directions), from its junction with Old Market… Read more about Temporary closure of A350, Poole Road, 17th April
Grant funding opportunity for cultural and leisure activities
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Cultural, sporting and community organisations can now apply for money from Dorset Council’s Leisure Development Fund. The grants will be able to support local projects once the COVID-19 outbreak is over. To find out more, visit the Dorset Council website.… Read more about Grant funding opportunity for cultural and leisure activities
Lytchett Matravers Angels supporting local residents
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The fantastic residence of Lytchett Matravers have come together under the community group ‘The Lytchett Matravers Angels’ and are already helping residents in isolation with prescription collection, shopping and running a food bank, as well as sorting out people to… Read more about Lytchett Matravers Angels supporting local residents
Changes to Dorset’s health services
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A message from Public Health Dorset: Changes to Dorset’s health services NHS services in Dorset are gearing up for changes to help minimise the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and deal with any upturn in patient numbers caused by the outbreak.… Read more about Changes to Dorset’s health services
Finance & General Purposes Committee agenda 8th April 2020 – commencing 7:00 pm online (access details from Parish Clerk
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Meeting of FINANCE AND GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE Wednesday 8th April at 7.00 p.m. online (access details from Parish Clerk). Tim Watton, Parish Clerk. Council Office, Vineyard Close, Lytchett Matravers BH16 6DD. 07824 829491 lytchettmatravers@dorset-aptc.gov.uk A… Read more about Finance & General Purposes Committee agenda 8th April 2020 – commencing 7:00 pm online (access details from Parish Clerk