News March 2021
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All you need to know with East Devon polling station changes and more
31 March 2021
Registered electors will be able to vote in person at a polling station, by postal vote or by proxy at the elections on Thursday, 6 May.
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Tourists asked to stay away until April 12 by East Devon District Council
31 March 2021
Gradual easing of restrictions for locals begins next week but tourists are being asked to abide by the rules and stay away until 12 April.
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Exmouth Queen’s Drive: Work to turn former temporary car park into public space begins
30 March 2021
Work to turn a former temporary car park site at Exmouth into a public space for fitness classes has now begun.
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An Independent Person is sought for the EDDC Standards Committee
26 March 2021
Are you public spirited and interested in promoting high ethical standards? Could you adjudicate complaints about councillor conduct? Do you have an interest in how local councils run? Do you have a small amount of time to get involved? If you are politically neutral, tactful, have respect for others and can consider complex information – please get in touch.
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Independent Member of the Standards Committee required
26 March 2021
Are you public spirited and interested in promoting high ethical standards? Could you adjudicate complaints about councillor conduct? Do you have an interest in how local councils run? Do you have a small amount of time to get involved? If you are politically neutral, tactful, have respect for others and can consider complex information – please get in touch.
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Plans to install 30 electric vehicle charging points to go before the full Council on April 21st
25 March 2021
Plans to install up to 30 rapid electric vehicle charging points across several district car parks are set to be discussed at the next full council meeting.
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Neighbourhood plan referendum to be held in May for Farringdon, Newton Poppleford and Harpford, and Otterton
24 March 2021
Neighbourhood plans that will help influence developments in Farringdon, Newton Poppleford and Harpford, and Otterton will go to referendum on 6th May 2021.
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Broadclyst Food Bank benefits from East Devon District Council’s Coronavirus Community Food Fund
23 March 2021
Thirty very worthy projects have been funded by East Devon District Council’s Coronavirus Community Food Fund, giving out a total of over £45,000. This fund provides grants for any projects related to providing food to residents of East Devon who are in food poverty during the Coronavirus situation.
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RNLI lifeguards to provide Easter patrols on Exmouth beach
22 March 2021
On the request of East Devon District Council, for the first time this year, the RNLI will provide lifeguard cover on Exmouth beach over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 2 April to Monday 5 April).
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Help shape arts and culture in East Devon
19 March 2021
Arts and Culture East Devon (ACED) launches a new survey to find out how East Devon District Council can best support the cultural/creative community in East Devon.
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Electric flights to take-off at Exeter Airport
18 March 2021
The first electric commuter flight in the UK will take place at Exeter Airport, following the announcement of a successful bid to UK Research and Innovation’s £30 million Future Flight Challenge.
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Council lobbies Government to allow virtual meetings to continue
17 March 2021
EDDC are lobbying the Government to allow for council meetings to continue remotely beyond 6 May, in line with the roadmap out of the national restrictions amid the pandemic.
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Charity to end tenure as operator of East Devon visitor attraction
17 March 2021
• Devon Wildlife Trust to end its tenure as operator of Seaton Jurassic • Unprecedented financial challenges lead to ‘tough decision’ • Five-year partnership between charity and East Devon District Council has been of ‘immense benefit’ to local community A local charity has announced that it is ending its tenure as the operator of the East Devon-based visitor attraction Seaton Jurassic.
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Changes to pay-and-display for campervans and motorhomes in East Devon proposed
17 March 2021
Changes to the rules for pay-and-display for campervans and motorhomes are set to be discussed by the council
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Leisure services funding: East Devon District Council writes to local MP’s to lobby for extra Government support
10 March 2021
On behalf of East Devon District Council (EDDC), Council Leader Councillor Paul Arnott has written to the 3 constituency MP’s who cover the district to seek their support to lobby the Government for extra financial support for its leisure services.
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Warning issued over buying puppies after Honiton couple receive life-time dog owning ban
04 March 2021
A couple from the Honiton area have recently been banned from selling puppies and handed a life-time ban on owning dogs, prompting council warnings on buying puppies.
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Future High Streets Fund: East Devon District Council's letter to Robert Jenrick MP and Simon Jupp MP
02 March 2021
On behalf of East Devon District Council, the Leader Councillor Paul Arnott has written to Simon Jupp, MP and the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities & Local Government Robert Jenrick, MP.
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Over £45,000 given out by Coronavirus Community Food Fund
02 March 2021
Thirty very worthy projects have so far been funded by East Devon District Council’s Coronavirus Community Food Fund, giving out a total of over £45,000.
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East Devon District Council agrees £5 annual Council Tax increase for average Band D property
01 March 2021
Council despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic have agreed a budget which will continue to protect and provide quality front line services.