Events: online and in-person

As part of its training offer, DAPTC holds online and in-person events in the form of webinars, meetings and conferences.

Webinars, under the banner of Working Togther Webinars (WTW) tend to be free events with no limit on who can attend. DAPTC holds WTW with Dorset Council and other relevant parties to brief parish and town councils about key changes, projects and initiatives that will affect lives in Dorset. They may simply provide information or include an ask for action - it all depends on the topic. The WTW with Dorset Council often provide an opportunity to engage with Dorset Council officers, elected members and other specialist experts.
To find out more about the purpose of Working Together Webinars, WATCH THIS 1 MINUTE VIDEO on Vimeo.

Conferences are in-person events which tend to be orientated around councillors or clerks and employees although at times, depending on the subject matter, they may be for everyone. These events attract a fee - just like training courses - to cover costs and refreshments as conferences run from morning through to mid-afternoon.

What if I can't attend an event?
DAPTC will publish any resources from events as soon as possible, in an article similar to those below. Webinars are recorded when possible and uploaded like resources for those that can't make it on the day.

WTW: Event Management/Martyn's Law

Tuesday 9 June | 4pm | Online via Zoom

If your council runs or facilitate events, or manages a venue such as a hall or showground, this session is for you.

This session, led by Ian Carter (DC's Senior Licensing Officer and Chair of its Safety Advisory Group), will set out the key aspects of event planning/management including event plans, risk assessment, and the role of the Safety Advisory Group. It will also focus on the new requirements stemming from 'Martyn's Law', enacted in April 2026 with the aim of minimising the risk of terrorism at venues and events.

There'll be a discussion element to the session - as well as answering your questions, this will help to inform future training and information provision.

While Martyn's Law is of particular relevance to those councils involved in larger venues and events, the session will be a helpful introduction/refresher for anyone who manages council meetings, or runs/facilitates community events.

USE THIS LINK TO REGISTER NOW

CANCELLED! Dorset Council Planning and Building Control Forum

IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL: Tuesday 16 June

Both the in-person and virtual forums have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances affecting the availability of Dorset Council representatives. Dorset Council extends apologies and will look to rearrange the event at a suitable time.

A cancellation email will be sent direct to all who booked the in-person and the virtual forums.

WTW: Age Friendly Dorset - NEW DATE!

Thursday 25 June | 4pm | Online via Zoom

Age Friendly Dorset is a multi-agency initiative coordinated by Dorset Council, aiming to develop age-friendly communities that make Dorset a place where growing older means living better, and where every generation enjoys a good life.

This session, delivered by Cllr Steve Robinson (Dorset Council Adult Social Care portfolio member), Sarah Parsons (Ageing Well Programme Lead), and Sam Poole (Corporate Director for Commissioning, Adults), will introduce the initiative and its eight areas of focus: outdoor spaces and buildings; transportation; housing; social participation; respect and social inclusion; civic participation and employment; communication and information; and community support and health services.

A presentation will be followed by a Q&A, and a discussion exploring how parish and town councils already contribute to support for older people, and what more we could be doing.

USE THIS LINK to find out more about Age Friendly Dorset on the Dorset Council website.