It's a devolution revolution
Devon and Somerset bid for more powers to boost prosperity
Council chiefs and business leaders have agreed to submit a prospectus to Government that would result in
higher productivity and better-paid jobs, improved road, rail and
broadband links and more homes for the region’s growing population.
>>> Hear our Leader, John Hart talk about devolution (You will need speakers or head phones)
 Take a look on the website for stories shared so far in 100 Days of Change…
Will explains how an easy change allowed him to save time, Sarah talks about her experience of changing job and Lesley talks about her ideas for the chameleon logo and how this has inspired her to start painting again.
Please sign up and keep the stories coming in, so we can share, connect and learn from each other. Stories can be in any form; picture, video, drawing or written, and can include the good and not so good experiences of change!
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Coming up next week...
We’re looking at how the NHS School for Health and Care Radicals is bringing about change. They are also offering a free five week online learning programme for change activists in health and social care. Term begins Thursday 4 February
 Vote for your recycling hero
The fourth Recycle Devon Thank You Awards is being held next month, and this year residents can vote for their recycling hero online
 Trading Standards scrutinise used car and tyre dealers
Trading Standards officers are focusing on the practices of used car dealers and garages across Devon and Somerset
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 New shelter for Tarka Trail
A new shelter, between Yelland and Fremington, is being designed by four students studying for a Foundation Degree in Illustration and Fine Art at Petroc
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 We are supporting Wonford Playing Field Community Consultation on Saturday 13 February. Come along and share your thoughts and views. See information poster
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 Three Mid Devon schools welcome new executive headteacher
It may not be very far from Bristol to mid Devon. But it’s a big cultural shift to move from the headship of a large urban primary in Bristol to the leadership of three village schools in mid Devon
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 HANDi Paediatric App
NEW Devon CCG has launched a new mobile app that will give you up-to-date advice about common childhood illnesses and how to treat them
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Have you signed up?
Join the Workplace Challenge
 It's coming...
Next week find out what we are planning and how you can get involved in Fairtrade Fortnight 2016
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 Computer virus infection update
In response to the recent computer virus attack on our
network, Scomis ICT Services and Information Governance would like to remind
all email users of the need to be vigilant when opening emails, especially
those from external or unfamiliar sources. (PDF version)
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 Are you a budget holder or are you required to purchase goods or services?
As reported in Insider in December, there are changes afoot which will affect the way we pay for goods and services, and how budget holders manage their budgets. More information (PDF version)
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 Your Self Service, did you know?
If you have access to our computer network you can view your pay and HR information online. You’ll be able to:
- View your assignment information (assignment number, position title, grade, working hours, etc.)
- View and update your personal information (address, name, next of kin)
- View your payslips (It's pay day today!)
- View your P60s
- View your claims
- Submit your mileage and expenses claims
- View your absence history
Please visit Your Self Service for more information
Is there a staff benefit for you?
Recognition and reward are the cornerstones of motivation at work. When you’re
putting in your all – sometimes when other parts of your life are stressful,
it’s good to know that your effort and achievements are recognised by your
manager and your employer. Check out our range of staff benefits here
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Planned power shut down at Great Moor House
On Saturday
13 February, the main electricity power supply at Great Moor House, Exeter will need
to be turned off between 8.00am and 6.00pm
to enable a connection to newly installed solar panels to be made. More infomation
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 Learning Curve update
In the latest edition, find out about three new and improved courses from our Performance Development Team including:
- Having difficult conversations and making them work
- Interview Skills Workshop, with careers advice
- Influencing skills
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Changes
to how you call North Devon Council internally
Today (Friday
29 January), North Devon Council (NDC) will be removing the last of their
telephone equipment from Barnstaple Civic Centre. This means that you
will no longer be able to call NDC extensions using the ‘708’ short dial
prefix. Please note that you will therefore need to change any ‘speed dials’
that currently use ‘708’. NDC staff will also no longer be able to call
our extensions internally.
To call
NDC extensions from 5.00pm today, you will need to
dial the full number by prefixing it with 9 01271
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Meetings in session: Today's Joint Scrutiny meeting is listed on our Meetings Calendar.
View agenda and watch the meeting on a webcast
Coaver meal of the day: Menu for week beginning 1 February.
Job vacancies: This week's DCC vacancies
 Bikeability courses
for February half term
There are three Bikeability levels to complete, so children and young people
can learn to be safe and have fun on a bike.
Take a look at the available course dates
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 Modern Slavery 2016 - It's closer than you think
Informative films will be shown on the hour, every hour on Monday 22 February and Monday 7 March in the Coaver Conference room, County Hall. View poster
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This week's competition
In last week's Insider, who has won a prestigious
award for ICT excellence?
Send
answer
Last
week's winner: Jim Euridge, Senior Youth Support Worker
Last issue's answer: 43% of healthcare workers
across the county have had their flu jab
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