We’re gearing up for Storm Ciaran Tuesday, 31 October, 2023 We’re gearing up for Storm Ciaran, which is forecast to reach the UK this Wednesday night into Thursday. The worst of the storm is expected to track the English Channel, but with the Met Office predicting heavy rain and strong winds, Storm Ciaran’s impact is likely to be felt across Devon and Cornwall. And with trees still in full leaf, and the ground already saturated, there’s high chance that... Local News
Extra income and savings identified to head off cost of living overspend 7th September 2022 Senior officials from every council department have been working over the summer to identify savings following a warning from director of finance Angie Sinclair... Local News
Road improvements planned in Sidmouth 18th August 2022 Resurfacing and drainage improvements will be carried out on part of the A375 Sidford Road in Sidmouth, starting next month. The four-week scheme is due to take... Local News
New community travel fund to tackle loneliness with transport 15th August 2022 A new grant fund has been launched by Devon County Council to tackle loneliness through transport. The Connecting You Community Grants Fund will provide grants... Local News
Devon’s farms could be the key to new community energy revolution 2nd August 2022 We’re working on a new scheme which could give community energy groups the chance to ‘rent’ farmland and buildings to help them expand Devon’s renewable... Local News
Speed limit reduction given green light 20th July 2022 A recommendation to reduce the speed limit on a section of the A3052 near the Cat and Fiddle in East Devon has been approved by our Cabinet. At last Wednesday’s... Local News
First of 80 new Electric Vehicle charging points ready for use 23rd June 2022 The first of 80 Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points we’re planning for 38 public carparks across Devon over the next 12 months are ready for public use. The... Local News
Household van users can apply for free permit to use Newton Abbot and East Devon recycling centres 13th June 2022 If you own a van for private use and use the Brunel Road (Newton Abbot), Knowle Hill (Exmouth), Sutton Barton (Honiton) or Sidmouth Recycling Centres from... Local News
“Share this Space” reminder for Bike Week 6th - 12th June 8th June 2022 The importance of Devon’s “Share this Space” campaign is being highlighted as part of Bike Week 2022 (6-12 June). We’re keen to encourage more people to cycle... Local News
Safety concerns prompt no-waiting restrictions near Two Bridges 26th May 2022 Visitors to Dartmoor will find new road safety improvements have been installed on a busy stretch of road near a beauty spot in the National Park. A ‘no waiting... Local News
