New space at Mill Water School to support SEND 

This week Mill Water School, in East Devon, celebrated the completion of a new stand-alone classroom that will provide additional teaching space and a welcoming, supportive environment for children with special educational needs and disabilities. The shared space promotes connection, inclusion and belonging for children and their families, as well as more space for teaching.

Public health chiefs across the region welcome tobacco ban 

This week directors of Public Health across the South West have described the new ban on the sale of tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 as a 'once-in-a-generation moment in the fight against the leading cause of preventable death' in the region. 

Devon Work Hubs to mark European Coworking Day

If you’ve ever thought about trying a change of scenery during your working week, this month (May) might be a good time to visit your local Work Hub. A number of coworking spaces from across Devon’s Work Hub network are offering free trial opportunities to coincide with European Coworking Day next week on Wednesday 6 May.

Seven Devon Primary Schools to increase their early years provision

Seven of our primary schools will receive funding to increase their capacity for early years provision for children below school age. The Department for Education (DfE) confirmed each of the schools will receive up to £150,000 to create new early years places.

Bin ultrafast fashion to reduce clothing waste

Ultra-fast fashion is in the spotlight this week as Recycle Devon encourages households to reduce clothing waste. Around 45 per cent of people in the UK buy clothing at least once a month and one in four people regularly buy clothing with the intention of using it for only a short amount of time. 

Work set to start on phase two of the Ogwell Walking and Cycling Link

We have announced that construction of phase two of the Ogwell Walking and Cycling Link will start next week (commencing 4 May).

The work marks the next stage of a key active travel route for Newton Abbot and the surrounding area.

Council staff honoured for helping Devon thrive

We have held our first Celebration Event this week, recognising staff who go above and beyond in supporting Devon’s communities with vital public services to make our county a place where people can thrive.

🐑 Enjoy the bank holiday safely around animals