The official site is now confirming it as permanent.
That's a great move for Derby. He has been an integral part of their push up the league. Steve McClaren was quoted as saying that he couldn't understand why Dawkins career had stalled. I guess a mixture of injury and lack of opportunity has held him back. I've been impressed with his performances; he has pace, strength, a good touch and an eye for a pass. He seems to lack a bit of composure in front of goal, although he has scored a couple of crackers during his loan spell.
They won 4-0.