News August 2024
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Pop in to see how East Devon’s new community could look
30 August 2024
A public open day will be held on 16 September at Westpoint Centre for residents to find out how a new community in the nearby area could look.
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Discover Nature at Seaton Wetlands with a Family-Friendly BioBlitz Event
29 August 2024
On Sunday, September 15, nature enthusiasts of all ages are invited to join the East Devon District Council (EDDC) Countryside team and the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society (AV&DCS) for an exciting BioBlitz event at Seaton Wetlands.
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Renowned Ukrainian sand artist comes to East Devon
23 August 2024
Oksana Merhut, a Ukrainian sand-animation artist, will come to perform in Honiton this September.
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New development proposals near your town – join the debate
23 August 2024
In preparation for East Devon District Council’s new Local Plan, proposals for residential and employment development site allocations across East Devon will be considered at a series of public meetings throughout September.
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Why the Blue Flag is flying again on Exmouth seafront
22 August 2024
The Blue Flag is once again flying over Exmouth Beach today as water quality has returned to qualifying levels. It has been 5 days since the pollution incident ended and no more sewerage has been released by South West Water in the intervening period.
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East Devon organisations: apply for funding to cut carbon and cut costs
21 August 2024
Local businesses, community organisations, and charities are invited to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs with funding from East Devon District Council (EDDC).
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East Devon District Council extends beach accessibility scheme
19 August 2024
A scheme designed to improve beach access for residents and visitors with mobility issues has been extended by East Devon District Council.
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Employment Hubs: supporting local communities across Devon
19 August 2024
Devon County Council is set to expand its network of Youth and Adult Employment Hubs across the county to support people into employment and training.
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Council Leader urges South West Water to stop sewage spills
15 August 2024
In response to a pollution incident in Exmouth, Councillor Paul Arnott, East Devon District Council's Leader, has issued a statement.
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Final phase of Feniton Flood Alleviation scheme due to start
15 August 2024
Work to complete the £6m flood alleviation scheme for Feniton will begin in the Autumn.
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Household Support Fund claimants warned about scams
09 August 2024
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is asking councils to alert residents to the risk of potential scams, concerning applications to the Household Support Fund.
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Fostering clean growth for a resilient economy
08 August 2024
Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone sponsors Sustainable Futures Award to support its Vision for Clean Growth.
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Seaton Wetlands seeks volunteers to welcome visitors
07 August 2024
Seaton Wetlands seeks volunteers to welcome visitors
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Extra police patrols deployed in Exmouth town centre
05 August 2024
Police are conducting additional foot patrols in Exmouth this summer. The patrols are part of a hotspot policing initiative across Devon and Cornwall to reduce antisocial behaviour and serious violence.
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Have your say on the refurbishment of nine East Devon play areas
01 August 2024
Nine play areas will receive upgraded play equipment and safety surfaces as part of a £1million investment from East Devon District Council (EDDC).
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Have your say on the first Tree, Hedge and Woodland Strategy for East Devon
01 August 2024
East Devon is an outstanding place to be and it’s important to keep it that way. East Devon District Council (EDDC) is working towards becoming carbon neutral by 2040. To help achieve this, EDDC is preparing a district wide Tree, Hedge and Woodland Strategy and is calling on local residents, community groups, landowners and businesses to share their views.