Sherborne Town Council is urging townsfolk to have their say in shaping the future of the town by taking part in two key events next month.

Residents have until March 15 to submit their views on the Dorset Council Local Plan, which contains proposals for future development in villages and towns across the county until 2038. And people living in Sherborne are being urged to take part in Census Day on March 21.

Spokesperson Sarah Rudd said: “There are two important and future improving events taking place across Dorset in March, where input from the residents of Sherborne is crucial.”

Dorset Council Local Plan outlines the strategy for meeting the needs of the area such as housing, employment, and community provision and directs development to suitable locations near existing facilities, and detailed policies promote high quality development that respects and enhances the character of each area.

The plan also aims to protect Dorset’s natural environment and contribute towards the mitigation and adaptation to climate change.
The census is the 10-yearly survey that gives the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales.

It has been carried out every decade since 1801, except for 1941. For the first time the census will be run predominantly online, with households receiving a letter including a unique access code, to complete the questionnaire on a computer, phone, or tablet. Residents who are unable to complete the census digitally will be supported by a phone helpline, a network of census support centres or by ordering a paper copy.

Sarah added: “Census day is March 21, 2021 and by taking part you help to make sure your community gets what it needs.”

For more details about the Census, visit the Sherborne Town Council website sherborne-tc.gov.uk.

For information about the draft plan and to have your say visit sherborne-tc.gov.uk, where there are various links to information from Dorset Council.
You can contact the Planning Policy team on 01305 251010 or email planningpolicy@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

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