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The Freedom of Information Act came into force on 1 January 2004. The Act deals with access to official information, while parallel regulations deal with environmental information.The Act provides individuals…
The Freedom of Information Act came into force on 1 January 2004. The Act deals with access to official information, while parallel regulations deal with environmental information.The Act provides individuals…
All our latest news is available below. If you require more information, news from previous years or high-res copies of photos, please email communications@dchft.nhs.uk 2025 Staff praised for their high…
In September 2024 we launched our joint strategy with Dorset HealthCare.Our visionHealthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.Our missionTo work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture…
Patient meal serviceThe catering services department provides meals for every patient on the wards across the hospital. All meals are prepared by our trained chefs on the day from fresh…
We are committed to providing outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. If you would like to provide feedback about your experience at Dorset County Hospital, or raise a…
Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers Welcome from our Chief Executive Matthew BryantThank you for expressing an interest in working for our Trust, set in one of the most beautiful counties in…
In 2007 Dorset County Hospital was proud to be awarded Foundation Trust status. As a Foundation Trust, Dorset County Hospital is required to have a Membership and a Council of…
We are developing this section to provide useful information for referring to Dorset County Hospital services.The NHS Digital site has lots helpful advice on using the e-Referral service, e-RS:How to…
Trust profile Dorset County Hospital was established in 1991 as part of a long–term project to bring together all the local services for acutely ill patients onto one hospital site….
Our vision for our maternity and neonatal services To be safe, personalised, kind, professional and family friendly; where every woman has access to information to enable her to make decisions…