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Latest News

  • Proposed 20MPH Speed Limit in Leigh

    Dorset Council proposes to make Orders under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. The effect of the Orders will be to introduce 20mph and 30mph speed limits along sections of various roads in Abbotsbury, Bridport, Broadmayne, Burton Bradstock, Charminster, Leigh, Loders, Maiden Newton, Portesham, Warmwell and West Bay.

    To comment on this proposal, please use the link below.

    https://consultation.appyway.com/dorset/moving-order/0a6eb041-5121-4d60-b8c2-52b322d0f0b3

    Paper copies may be viewed at: Dorset Council, County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 1XJ by appointment only. Contact or telephone 01305 221000 and ask for the Traffic Regulation Team for booking details or if you require more information.

    Comments on the proposals for or against, together with the reasons for which they are made should be sent through the website as above or in writing to Traffic Regulation Team, Dorset Council, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ by no later than 17th July 2026.
    All written representations received concerning Traffic Regulation Orders are public documents that may be inspected by any person on demand.
    Dated: 25th June 2026
    Jan Britton – Executive Director for Economy & Environment

    The original proposal document can be viewed using the link below.

    https://www.leighvillage.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Leigh-20mph-speed-order-June-2026.pdf

  • Dorset Council crackdown on fly-tipping

    Dorset Council has announced a new initiative to crack down on fly-tipping.

    As part of the initiative, residents are encouraged to report fly tipping as soon as they spot it. The council advises people to note the location, take a photo if safe to do so, and avoid touching the waste or confronting anyone involved.

    Anyone hiring a trader to remove rubbish should check that the individual or business is a licensed waste carrier. https://environment.data.gov.uk/public-register/view/search-waste-carriers-brokers

    Reports of fly tipping can be made using Dorset Council’s online form or by calling 01305 221040. Find out more at https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/scrap-flytipping

    Further details can be found in the full report here


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Members of the public are always welcome at meetings during an open discussion period.

The good councillor’s guide

This is a document explaining the roles of Parish and town Councilors. If you are considering standing for the Parish Council then please read this.

The good councillor’s guide