Council must listen to communities on new Local Plan
6th March 2024
Dorset CPRE and Dorset Deserves Better joint press release after Dorset Council delay publication of their Local Plan by another year
Dorset CPRE is delighted to announce Kate Adie as its new President
24th November 2023
We are absolutely delighted that Kate has agreed to be our President and she will be a great ambassador for our charity
Dorset CPRE Calls on Dorset Council to Consult Communities on Key Policies for next Draft Local Plan
16th February 2023
The Dorset Local Plan will set the pattern of housing and other development for the next 20-30 years. It will shape our communities and play a vital role in the future of Dorset.
Unleash potential of rooftop solar to tackle energy crisis
16th November 2022
In advance of the Autumn Statement, CPRE is urging the Chancellor to turbo charge rooftop solar to help tackle the energy crisis.
The Government's New Investment Zones
29th September 2022
On 23rd September, Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng set out major plans to grow the UK economy by, among other measures, creating a range of ‘investment zones’ whereby regulations and processes would be sped up or watered down to ensure fast-tracked development.
Two new Dorset CPRE Reports on Renewable Energy
12th September 2022
Installations of National Significance and Role of Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Installations in 2050 Electricity Generation
Press Release: Response to Dorset Council Local Plan Cabinet update 26th July
10th August 2022 - updated
Dorset CPRE and Dorset Deserves Better alliance ask for more community consultation as Dorset Council delays Local Plan
Call by CPRE to enhance Green Belt for all
27th May 2022
Just a relatively modest increase in investment in our Green Belts would see significant benefit for nearly half the population.
Press release on proposal to build 550 houses on land between Merley and Wimborne
7th May 2022
Apparent misunderstanding concerning a planning application for another 550 dwellings on green fields in Poole
Dorset CPRE response to BCP Issues and Options Consultation
25th March 2022
The Issues and Options Consultation appears to be well designed to facilitate public comments.