Devon News

A number of schools across the county have closed this morning following overnight snow

Devon County Council has been challenged on its carbon overspend after the authority overshot its emissions cap.

The county has been battling a mounting number of so-called education, health and care plans, known as EHCPs, a legal document that outlines what support children with additional needs require to meet their educational goals.

The NHS in Devon has launched local engagement around the 10 Year Health Plan, which will run in parallel with, and support, the national Change NHS campaign.

Targeted operations, education and engagement are being stepped up across Devon & Cornwall as part of National Road Safety Week from November 17-23.

Devon residents hoping to secure a dentist are having to wait nearly four years as demand rises and the number of dentists in the county shrinks.

Devon & Cornwall Police, as in previous years, has joined a national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep people in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly safe.

The investment has been designated to enhance popular routes, protect rural services and increase bus use for shopping, socialising and commuting. It will prevent service reductions on at-risk routes and improve punctuality.

A review has been demanded to find out how many emails sent to a Devon council from residents have been left unread and unanswered.

Mums-to-be in Devon are being urged to get vaccinated against flu and other winter bugs, such as Covid and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Devon Air Ambulance Trust team members are shortlisted for six prestigious awards at the national Air Ambulances UK Awards of Excellence.

From the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25 right through to December 10, events will take place across Devon to mark 16 Days of Action and call for an end to violence against women and girls.

Devon County Councils Cabinet has approved a scheme which will deliver up to 2,000 new Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers across Devon.

A more flexible approach to visiting times to help those staying in hospital to receive more support from visitors and improve communication with staff.

A ruling on Dartmoor’s controversial wild camping legal wrangle could be delivered before Christmas

Local authorities across the south west will have to ‘be bold’ in setting the tax they demand from people who buy second homes in the area, councillors have been told.

Volunteers are being urged to come forward to help swell the ranks of a depleted group that helps oversee the region’s ambulance service.

Tumble dryers have been found to be the leading appliance to cause electric house fires in Devon and Somerset. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has been called out to more 870 electrical fires in the last three years, a new investigation has revealed.

Libraries Unlimited have launched its first-ever Book Awards, a campaign designed to encourage library use and celebrate the power of reading. All at at a time when library closures are increasing across the country.

We all deserve to feel safe on our roads according to the Police and Crime Commissioner  

Exeter Airport has reported continued steady growth with a 5% increase in passenger numbers over the summer period.

A new £1.8 million funding programme has been launched to support local businesses and community organisations in their efforts to adopt sustainable practices and technologies.

Farm businesses face threats from cyber criminals and need to know how to protect themselves, a special event hosted by the Devon Young Farmers Clubs has been told.

Since April, 215 inspections of South West Water sites in Devon and Cornwall have been conducted. A 15-member team monitors compliance, focusing on sewage treatment permits and addressing storm overflow concerns.

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is urging communities across the region to use its services responsibly this winter, as it prepares for a challenging period.

A multi-million pound cash injection to provide more affordable homes, sheltered accommodation, green jobs and business growth in Devon and Torbay has been confirmed by Government.

A Devon MP has called for more support for local farmers in the wake of the chancellor’s recent budget.

Councils across Devon have been urged to create more affordable housing.

New environmental requirements will mean that from Sunday December 1 Devon’s householders will only be able to dispose of their upholstered furniture at one of eight specially designated Household Waste Recycling Centres

Over 840 litres of harmful pesticides and chemicals from farms across the region were safely collected and disposed of last year to help protect the environment and natural water quality.

Campaigners pushing for improved rural broadband have called the organisation behind the aborted rollout efforts “spectacularly incompetent”.

As part of the ongoing upgrade of Devon’s fleet of 37 frontline gritters, another six gritters have been replaced with newer models ahead of this winter.

The maximum waiting time for children’s mental health services at Devon Trust as of April 2024 was 427 days (61 weeks) from referral to first appointment 

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has announced that nominations for Governor positions is now open, inviting staff and members of the public in eligible constituencies across the South West to join the Council of Governors, representing the voices of local communities within the Trust.  

A Devon charity prepares for a new leader at the helm as it pays tribute to its Chief Executive of 17 years.

The Police are urging Farmers to be vigilant and to report any suspicious goings on to them.

Devon’s councils still face a battle to make ends meet despite a £1.3 billion cash boost from this week’s budget.

The safest way to enjoy Bonfire Night is to attend an organised display. Home bonfires and fireworks can cause incidents and injury which can put pressure on emergency services.