Dorset Homechoice – Closed To New Applications

Without any notice from Dorset Council or our Dorset Councillor, Simon Christopher, Dorset Council’s housing register, Dorset Homechoice, is now closed to new applications. If registered, you can still bid for properties and view your feedback by logging into your account as normal.

Both Dorset Council and BCP Council are changing how properties are allocated and how people can apply for housing. From October 1st 2021, they will be introducing a new Dorset Council Home Choice website and allocations policy. This means there will be some changes to how applicants apply for social housing and some of the assessment criteria.

To view and download the Draft of their new Housing Allocations Policy 2021 – 2026 – Click HERE.

Dates of note:

26th July 2021 – Existing applicants who are registered with Dorset Council were invited to apply to join the new housing list.
23rd September 2021 – Last advert date for properties in West Dorset (& Weymouth & Portland, East Dorset, North Dorset or Purbeck).
1st October 2021 – New applicants will be able to apply to join the new Dorset Council housing list.

Former District Councillor & Local Parish Councillor, Jacqui Sewell has already submitted an email to a Dorset Housing Officer with many questions including what will happen if a CLT tenancy comes up before then & there is no-one on the housing register who qualifies, but the CLT are aware of an individual or a family that are not yet on the register but do qualify to apply for a CLT property? Additionally, as there is a list of 21 disabilities as per RPWD Act 2016 , it is hoped that Dorset Council consider every applicant’s needs and capabilities.

If you have concerns, please contact our current Dorset Councillor – Simon Christopher:

Address: Hawthorne Cottage, Ryall Road, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Dorset, DT6 6RH
Home: 01297 489582
Mobile: 07798 833715
Email: cllrsimon.christopher@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

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Marshals Sought For Coast To Coast Cycle Challenge

On Sunday 5th September 2021 the 10th annual Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge will be held, starting at 11.00 am in Watchet and ending in West Bay.
Last year this event was cancelled due to COVID – 19 but in 2019, 571 supporters took part in this event to help raise funds to keep Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance flying. In doing so they collaboratively rode just over 30,200 miles and raised more than £54,000 – that’s enough to fund approximately 18 missions by the air ambulance.

Already sold out, the number of cyclists is limited to 600, with the option of taking part in two different routes and distances:

55 miles – commencing at Washford Cross Park and Ride (Watchet) and finishing at Station Yard Car Park in West Bay.
11 miles – commencing at Royal Oak Pub (Drimpton) and also finishing in West Bay.

It is designed to be a challenge and not a race, there is no pressure on those who are amateur or occasional cyclists; it attracts cyclists of all ages and abilities. Pitstops situated at various locations along the route, will once again provide a well-earned rest and refreshments for the cyclists who take part. Marshals are required at various points.

Can you help?

If you would be willing to help marshal this event and help keep everyone safe, they would love to hear from you.
Please email: fundraising@dsairambulance.org.uk

This event may cause some slight disruption and organisers would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused. They have assured that they will follow COVID government guidelines in place at the time of the event.

With the support of West Somerset and Dorset Council, Avon and Somerset and Dorset Police, they pride themselves on offering an event which is registered and insured with British Cycling.

Read more about the Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge – Click HERE.

Good luck to all taking part.

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Urgent Appeal By Dorset Police – Man Now Found

Mike Long now found!

Police appeal to locate 51-year-old Bridport man – missing this afternoon in his Audi Q5

An appeal has been launched to locate missing Mike Long

Dorset Police were called at 1.44pm today after Mike had just left an address in the town

They are worried about Mike’s welfare and are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.

– Mike is driving his grey Audi Q5 with the registration GO 10 NGY.

– He is five feet two inches tall and of medium build with short black hair.

– He was wearing a navy blue T-shirt and blue jeans.

Chief Inspector Neil Wright, of Dorset Police, said: “We are concerned for Mike’s welfare and we are keen to locate him as soon as possible to check that he is all right.

“I would urge anyone with information as to his whereabouts to please contact us immediately. I am also keen to hear from anybody who comes across the car detailed above.

“Finally I would like to make a direct plea to Mike if you see this – please contact us or your loved ones and let us know where you are as we just want to make sure you are safe.”

Anyone with information or knowledge as to Mike’s whereabouts is asked to contact Dorset Police HERE or
via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or
by calling 101, quoting incident number 4:378.

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Election: Broadwindsor Group Parish Councillor – Burstock Ward

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The Parish Clerk, Helen Cudmore may be contacted at hello@broadwindsorgroup.gov.uk.

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Broadwindsor Film Club – Friday 20th August

August’s offering from Broadwindsor’s Community Film Club is the multi award winning ‘Nomadland’.

Directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Frances McDormand, Nomadland follows Fern (Frances McDormand) who, following the closure of a gypsum mine in the Nevada town she calls home, packs her van and sets off on the road.
Exploring an unconventional life as a modern-day nomad, Fern discovers a resilience and resourcefulness unlike any she’s known before. Along the way, she meets other nomads who become mentors in the vast landscape of the American West.

Film Club members – Free entry
Guests – £4
Refreshments available
Seats MUST be booked in advance by contacting:
Emma Myers – broadwindsorem@gmail.com or
Margaret Wing – 01308 867252

Broadwindsor Film Club Membership’s year begins in November and only costs £20 a year (£15 if you’re over 65 yrs.) to join . Not only do you get free entry to the public showings, you can borrow any of the Blu-Ray discs too.

Coming out of Lockdown, the group is also looking for new members to join them to assist with Film Club events.

For more information please contact:
Emma Myers – broadwindsorem@gmail.com or
Margaret Wing – 01308 867252

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Local Employment: Parish Clerk At Mosterton

Neighbouring Mosterton is in need of a part-time Parish Clerk.

The contract is for 24 hours a month, paid in accordance with NALC salary scale SCP 7-12 (£10.44- £11.53), depending on experience. Hourly rate is reviewed annually, with the 2021 pay review still pending.

Mosterton Parish Council convenes on six evenings a year (on the second Tuesday of alternate months – Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept & Nov currently). In exceptional circumstance additional meetings are called.

The work involves:

the preparation of the agenda and papers for the meetings,
taking the minutes,
following up the action points,
keeping accurate financial accounts and the preparation of the end-of-year accounts,
publishing documents on the Council’s website,
liaising with local authorities, other organisations and members of the public,
dealing with planning applications and general correspondence.

You can work from home and a laptop and printer will be provided. Expenses can be claimed for telephone/internet usage and any mileage incurred.

Closing date for applications – Friday 20^th August 2021.

Please apply in writing, including your CV. Please send applications to Cllr Neil Hickman, Chairman, Mosterton Parish Council via email to cllrneilhickman@mostertonparishcouncil.org

To read the position’s overall and specific responsibilities – Please Click HERE.

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Fingerpost Signs: Call For Tender

Broadwindsor Group Parish Council is now inviting tenders to be submitted from competent persons for works to be carried out to restore fingerpost signs within the Grouped Parish area.

These signs are very much part of our cultural heritage, and the Council would like to see them remain. Dorset Council will no longer fund the restoration of fingerpost signs, costs must now be met by the Parish.

If you would like to submit a tender for this work, in the first instance please contact the Clerk to the Council to express your interest by 20th August 2021.
This invitation to tender is subject to the Council’s Financial Regulations 2015.

Contact: The Clerk To The Council
T: 01308 488440
E: hello@broadwindsorgroup.gov.uk

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Bus Back Better

Dorset Council would like to know how they can improve local bus services and what would make you use local buses more. They would like to hear from both people who already use buses, and from those who currently do not and why. They also want to hear from public, private and voluntary organisations who have an interest in making our bus services work better.

Please complete the survey by clicking HERE to help to shape the future vision and priorities for the bus network in Dorset.

Comments, suggestions, and ideas can also be emailed to busbackbetter@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

The Bus Service Improvement Plan will be published by 31st October. It will be further developed and updated annually.

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Hymns & Pimms – Thursday 5th August

Hymns and Pimms is a service of favourite hymns and readings led by Rev David Baldwin. With cold Pimms served afterwards! All are welcome including families and children.

This year’s event is being held on Thursday 5th August at 7pm. The event will take places in the garden of Sandpit, Drimpton Road, Broadwindsor, DT8 3RA, hosted by Steven and Jemma Loveridge and family. There will be a marquee in the event of rain.

Hymns and Pimms is organised by Seaborough Parochial Church Council as an act of worship of Seaborough Church. The service is free but donations towards the church are welcome and a collection will be made.

Tickets are not required and you may just arrive on the day. However numbers in advance would be helpful.
Please email office@stevenloveridge.com Steven Loveridge – 07767 263953

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Bishops’ Kitchen – August 21

This Lammas you are offered two recipes to use Summer Fruits.

TERRINE OF SUMMER FRUITS

425ml sparkling rose wine
50g caster sugar
2 x 11g sachets gelatine powder
1tbsp fresh lime juice
350g small strawberries
225g raspberries
350g blackberries, redcurrants & blueberries 110g of each or any combination you like.

Method:

Prepare the fruit, remove stalks & 1/2 strawberries. Gently mix the fruit in a large bowl.
In a small pan heat ½ the rose wine till it begins to simmer. whisk in the sugar & gelatine make sure everything has dissolved before adding the remaining wine & lime juice, & allow to cool.
Lay the mixed fruit in a loaf tin then pour the liquid over save 150ml. lay a sheet of Clingfilm over the tin & place another loaf tin on top. Put a couple of tins with weights (beans) & place in fridge for about 1 hour or until it has set remove tin weights & Clingfilm.
Warm up the remaining 150ml wine mixture & pour over surface of terrine recover with Clingfilm & place in fridge overnight to set firm.
When ready to serve turn out the terrine by dipping in hot water & inverting it on to a plate use a very sharp knife dipped in hot water & cut into slices.

SUMMER FRUIT BRULEE

700g soft fruit one or more of the following raspberries, redcurrants, loganberries, blackberries & blackcurrants
110g caster sugar
284ml whipping cream
284ml Greek yoghurt
175ml demerara sugar

Method:

Pick over the fruit & place in large pan sprinkle over the caster sugar & gently heat for 3-5mins until the sugar melts & the juices begin to run. Do not over stir or the fruit will break down to a mush.
Place fruit in serving dish & allow to get quite cold. Whip the cream till thick then fold in the yoghurt & spread this over the fruit right up to the edge to seal the fruit underneath. Cover with Clingfilm & chill for @ least 2 hours.
Then about 2 hours before serving spread the surface thickly with the brown sugar and spay the surface very lightly with water, this helps the sugar to melt.
Use a blow torch or the grill set high to caramelise to a golden brown now leave to cool. Place back in refrigerator where the sugar will form a crusty surface, yum–yum!!

All recipes are from village resident, Richard Childs.

Missed a recipe? Click HERE to view Richard’s earlier recipes and other seasonal ideas.

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Marshals Sought For Coast To Coast Cycle Challenge

Can you help?

Good luck to all taking part.

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Election: Broadwindsor Group Parish Councillor – Burstock Ward

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Broadwindsor Film Club – Friday 20th August

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Local Employment: Parish Clerk At Mosterton

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Fingerpost Signs: Call For Tender

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Hymns & Pimms – Thursday 5th August

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Bishops’ Kitchen – August 21

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