Devon schools’ chief welcomes spending boost
Devon’s schools’ chief is welcoming a big spending boost for education in the county.
Posted on: 11 October 2019 | Posted in: Education
Devon County Council continues to support community projects through Crowdfund Devon
Devon County Council (DCC) has helped various community projects and groups to reach their fundraising targets through the Crowdfund Devon pilot.
Posted on: 10 October 2019
“No Cold Callers” scheme launched to combat rural crime and protect South West farmers
The Police are working with Trading Standards officials and NFU Mutual to help protect farmers from criminals who “cold call” at farms to stake out whether there is something worth stealing.
Posted on: 10 October 2019 | Posted in: Community
New community facilities brought forward for Cranbrook
Devon County Councillors have agreed a proposal to bring forward the development of important community facilities for Cranbrook.
Posted on: 10 October 2019 | Posted in: Community
Flood protection to be improved in Stokeinteignhead
Councillors have approved a £780,000 scheme to improve flood protection to 45 properties in Stokeinteignhead
Posted on: 9 October 2019 | Posted in: Environment
Devon County Council aims to be carbon neutral by 2030
Councillors have agreed more ambitious targets as the County Council’s carbon footprint has already reduced by almost 40% since 2012/13 and is likely to reach its 50% reduction target next year, nine years earlier than planned
Posted on: 9 October 2019 | Posted in: Environment
County Council Reuse Officer wins national award for ‘outstanding contribution to recycling’
Catherine Causley has been recognised for her success in encouraging more people to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle at a prestigious national awards ceremony.
Posted on: 8 October 2019 | Posted in: Environment
Could you care for someone like Jim?
Jim Dixon lives in Malden House Residential home in Sidmouth and he says that the professionalism and compassion shown by staff has helped him maintain his dignity in old age
Posted on: 8 October 2019 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
Plans to be submitted for Sidmouth flood protection scheme
A planning application is due to be submitted for the first phase of a scheme to reduce flood risk to more than 100 homes and businesses in Sidmouth
Posted on: 8 October 2019 | Posted in: Environment
Devon County Council becomes first SW council to sign the local authority declaration on healthy weight
Devon County Council has become the first council in the South West to sign a Local Government Declaration to promote healthy weight across the county through improved food and drink provision.
Posted on: 7 October 2019 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
