East Devon News
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Up to £1.1 million has been approved for the emergency repairs to Exmouth Sea Wall
A barrier made of steel sheet piles costing more than a million pounds is to be installed in front of part of Exmouth’s sea wall in a bid to save it. Cracks appeared in the wall in front of the new seaside development in August, and a storm at the end of October weakened it further and put it at risk of collapse.
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Number of EDDC homeless persons approaches upto 24 per cent over past five years
Homelessness is on the rise in East Devon, with the future also looking bleak for refugees and asylum seekers, with almost 150 Ukrainian households either homeless or at risk of homelessness when their ‘hosting’ arrangements come to an end.
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One-hour free and Pay & Display thereafter; parking proposals
Devon County Council is asking local people to look at its proposals to introduce Pay & Display parking in key areas in Crediton, Honiton and Sidmouth.
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Have your say on East Devon District Councils draft Preventing Homelessness and Rough Sleeper Strategy 2023-2028
East Devon District Council want to hear what you think about their plans for the future of homelessness and rough sleeping in East Devon.
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Decision to be made on preferred location of a new community near Exeter
A report on proposals for a second new community to the east of Exeter will be considered by East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) Strategic Planning Committee on Tuesday, 5 December.
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Footbridge opens at lower otter restoration project
Work on one of the most significant conservation projects in South West England is nearing completion. The Lower Otter Restoration Project at Budleigh Salterton, is creating 55 hectares of mud flat and saltmarsh by allowing the tide to flow freely in and out of a new inter-tidal area.
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High Court rejects Colyton Parish’s attempt to overturn creation of Colyford Parish
The High Court has refused Colyton Parish Council’s case to contest the governance review that created Colyford Parish Council.
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Parking as usual on Exmouth’s roads – unless you see a sign
Devon County Council are reminding residents in Exmouth that they can continue to park on roads within the town as usual, unless cones and signs are on display stating that parking has been suspended.
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EAST DEVON: CAR PARK REVENUE
Car park fee hikes have brought in an extra £1 million for East Devon District Council (EDDC) from April to October each year, according to a cabinet report.
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EXMOUTH SEA WALL SOLUTION
A barrier of vertical steel sheet piles costing more than a million pounds could be the solution to save a section of Exmouth’s sea wall.
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Speeding motorists still a cause for concern
Speed and aggressive driving continues to be raised as a concern amongst local residents in East Devon. Such driving behaviour is often a core contributing factor to tragic incidents across our road network.
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Devon County Council want your views on plans for a new Sidford – Sidbury multi-use trail
Devon County Council are asking local people to tell them what they think of their plans for a new multi-use trail linking Sidford to Hillside, Sidbury in East Devon.
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Appeal after driver is seriously injured in A30 collision in East Devon
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a driver was seriously injured in a collision on the A30 near Monkton in East Devon.
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East Devon delivers gold-standard hospitality and aims even higher
Tourism and hospitality businesses throughout East Devon celebrated at the Devon Tourism awards last week receiving 17 accolades including 5 golds. The awards are part of the Visit England Excellence, with regional winners going head to head to be crowned best in England.
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70-homes approved for Woodbury
Plans to build up to 70 homes on farmland on the southern edge of Woodbury in East Devon have been approved.
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Statement on the Drill Hall planning application
An update has been provided on the planning application that was due to be received on the Drill Hall in Sidmouth.
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Taxi drivers to get say on host of proposed rank alterations
Taxi drivers are to be given a say on proposals that could impact ranks across East Devon.
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East Devon District Council proposes revamped bullying complaints process
Complaints about bullying or harassment against councillors in East Devon could be dealt with more quickly in future
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Devon Devolution Plans Advance
The ground-breaking plan covers Devon and Torbay and will attract new funding.
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Have Your Say on plans to improve walking and cycling facilities and links in Exmouth
Devon County Council are inviting Exmouth’s residents and businesses to give their views on proposals to improve walking and cycling facilities and links in and around the town’s railway station by completing a short survey.
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Health body urges NHS to collaborate with Seaton hospital campaigners
Campaigners seeking to save a wing of Seaton Hospital have been given a boost by a Devon health organisation.
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New Heart Device Trialled across South-West Could Save Lives
SWASFT is trialing a new device for patients with an abnormally fast heart rhythm.
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More concrete blocks to be placed on Exmouth Seawall
A number of concrete blocks will be placed around the seawall to help protected from more predicted poor weather this week.
Today's Weather
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Exmouth
Light rain
High: 10°C | Low: 5°C
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Exeter
Light rain
High: 9°C | Low: 5°C
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Dawlish
Light rain
High: 10°C | Low: 6°C
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Sidmouth
Light rain
High: 10°C | Low: 5°C
What's On
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Toys and Treats - Winter Trail
Combine family fun, exercise and brainpower for just £5 per trail, including a prize when you complete the trail. Head to the Gift Shop to pick up a trail sheet
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Plastic Free Exmouth beach clean 8.30-10am
Plastic Free Exmouth hold a weekly beach clean on Sunday mornings. We meet at the marina or Orcombe point at 8.30am.
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Miniature Railway Running
Ride a miniature railway. The members of Exeter and District Model Engineering Society and their volunteers are building a miniature railway in the grounds of t...
at St Katherine's Priory