Council News

Election for Shaftesbury East Ward

Election for shaftesbury east ward An election for one councillor for Shaftesbury Town Council – Shaftesbury East Ward will take place on Thursday 4th December 2025. For further information, please visit Dorset Council.  

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Harvesting Apples and Pears

Shaftesbury’s free summer harvest you didn’t already know, Shaftesbury is now an Orchard Town. It’s fruit and nut harvesting time, and Shaftesbury Town Council, supported by Shaftesbury Tree Group and the Sustainable Shaftesbury Advisory Committee, want…

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Shaftesbury welcomes new Town Crier

  Shaftesbury Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Phil Elsworth as Shaftesbury’s new Town Crier, following an open recruitment process in July. The appointment marks the continuation of a proud tradition…

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Town Crier Applications Now Open

Become the Voice of Shaftesbury Could you be the voice that carries our town’s message forward? Applications are now open for the honorary role of Town Crier, a unique and historic position that brings tradition,…

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Mayor announces appointment of new Town Clerk

Shaftesbury Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Smith as the new Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, following a comprehensive recruitment process. Sarah will take up her post on Monday 7th…

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New Mayor Pays Tribute to Town Clerk

Shaftesbury Town Council bids a fond farewell to its Town Clerk, Brie Logan, as she steps down after 7.5 years of dedicated service. In her first official statement, the newly appointed Mayor, Councillor Virginia Edwyn-Jones…

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Commemorating 80 Years of VE Day

Join Us for a Community Celebration This year marks a significant milestone in our shared history: the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Victory in Europe, bringing an end to World War II on the continent.…

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