News

This page provides news, stories and information, specifically relating to Parish Council responsibilities. 

News and information on PC and non PC related current events can also be found in the parish's monthly newsletter which can be found on our Village Website.

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PROPOSED HIGHWAY WORKS IN YOUR AREA LOCATION: - C13 Mill Street To Sutton Hill Fontmell Magna

PROPOSED HIGHWAY WORKS IN YOUR AREA LOCATION: - C13 Mill Street To Sutton Hill Fontmell Magna

Published: 25 Apr 25

Due to a programme change we have unfortunately had to change proposed dates for planned maintenance works on the C13 Mill Street To Sutton Hill Fontmell Magna, works will now take place on the 29th July 2024. The road will be closed daily, between the hours of 09:00 and 16:00. Read More...

Emergency Meeting Notice

Emergency Meeting Notice

Published: 5 Apr 25

There will be an EGM held on April 15th at 6.30 pm at the Fontmell Magna Village Hall to discuss and vote upon the village hall reallocating S106 money to use for the potential purchase of the surgery car park. We look forward to seeing you there. Regards FMPC Read More...

New Volunteer Needed For Communications Remit

New Volunteer Needed For Communications Remit

Published: 17 Mar 25

I will be stepping down from the Parish Council in May, and tomorrow’s meeting will be my last. Read More...

'Lack of Mobile Service' Survey

Published: 17 Mar 25

For some time we’ve received numerous reports from residents of Fontmell Magna Village expressing how awful the lack of signal is, especially during a power cut. Many are concerned about what they would do in an emergency situation if they had no signal, and with landlines being phased out, this issue is becoming even more pressing.With that in mind, we kindly ask that you take a few minutes to complete this community survey. It aims to gather insights on the issue of "lack of signal" in certain areas of the village and to explore whether a mobile phone mast could be the solution, or if there are other potential alternatives. You do not have to be a resident of the Village to complete the survey but you do need to be a resident of the Parish of Fontmell Magna. Read More...

Neighbourhood Plan: DECISION STATEMENT (MAKING)

Neighbourhood Plan: DECISION STATEMENT (MAKING)

Published: 6 Mar 25

FONTMELL MAGNA NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN 2017 to 2031 – FIRST REVIEW At the meeting of Cabinet on 25 February 2025, Dorset Council took the decision to make the Fontmell Magna Neighbourhood Plan 2017 to 2031 – First Review part of the development plan for the Fontmell Magna neighbourhood area. Read More...

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF TOWER HILL, IWERNE MINSTER

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF TOWER HILL, IWERNE MINSTER

Published: 27 Feb 25

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Renewable energy solutions talk at the next PC meeting.

Published: 27 Feb 25

CSE will be attending our next PC meeting and offering a short presentation on renewable energy solutions. For further information and a chance to ask questions please come to the next PC meeting on March 17th 6.30pm Read More...

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF MILL STREET, FONTMELL MAGNA

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF MILL STREET, FONTMELL MAGNA

Published: 5 Jan 25

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PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF A357, STURMINSTER NEWTON

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF A357, STURMINSTER NEWTON

Published: 18 Dec 24

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FMPC Welcomes new Cllr Tony Bailey!

FMPC Welcomes new Cllr Tony Bailey!

Published: 26 Nov 24

Anthony (Tony) Bailey moved to Fontmell Magna from Canada last summer. He grew up in Dorset and attended secondary school in Wimborne, before going on to become a medical academic in London, Oxford and finally Vancouver. Tony has always been community minded, and also enjoys outdoor activities; he is looking forward to working with other councilors for the good of the local community. Tony takes on the remits of Planning to assist Cllr Steve Drew and Highways to assist Cllr Hannah Lister. Contact Tony on CllrBailey@fontmellmagnapc.co.uk Read More...

REPORTING A ROAD ISSUE TO DORSET COUNCIL

Published: 3 Sep 24

Reporting any road issues including potholes, blocked drains, fly-tipping etc.. is simply accessed via the website linked above. You can pinpoint where the issue is and, should you wish, upload a photograph and a reference number is sent. This really helps Dorset Council work efficiently as possible to address issues. Read More...

Welcome to Katie Cooper and Steve Drew

Welcome to Katie Cooper and Steve Drew

Published: 3 Jul 24

Please join us in welcoming our new Clerk Katie Cooper and New Councillor Steve Drew who was co-opted at our last meeting on June 26th . Read More...

Repair work in the churchyard

Repair work in the churchyard

Published: 13 Jun 24

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Let

Let's all work together for the greater good of our community!

Published: 23 May 24

Join your Parish Council, lighten the load for the whole team and even have yourself some fun along the way! Read More...

Near Miss reporting

Near Miss reporting

Published: 3 May 24

Three more 'Near Miss Reports' have been submitted to Dorset Council by members of our community, in the last month. Please take extra care, especially on the A350, and LET US KNOW IF YOU SEE OR EXPERIENCE ANY DANGERS ON OUR ROADS. Near miss reporting can help save lives! Click the 'Near Miss reporting' link above, to submit a report, and please email the resulting 7 digit reference number to fmpc.jrd@gmail.com. We are scheduling a series of meetings with Dorset Council to agree a plan of action, and having clear evidence of the problem will help us find the best solution. Read More...

The BT Switchover and how it will effect everyone;

The BT Switchover and how it will effect everyone;

Published: 13 Oct 23

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