Community news round up - October 2014

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October 2014

Have your say on proposed highways and waste budget reductions

Highways: The nine-week consultation sets out a number of proposals to reduce costs, while still enabling the Council to carry out essential safety-related work on Devon’s 8,000 miles of roads. Closing date: 5 December

Waste: Residents in Devon are also being invited to share their views on plans to make savings to Devon County Council's waste management service. Closing date: 19 November

Library plans receive the go ahead by Councillors

Devon County Councillors have agreed plans aimed at keeping all library services open and run by professional staff, despite significant reductions in the service’s budget

Please don't ignore rural areas

Devon County Council's Conservative Deputy Leader, John Clatworthy has signed a powerful letter from county councils across England to Prime Minister David Cameron warning him not to ignore devolution for rural areas in favour of the big cities

Defend yourself against seasonal flu this winter

Flu can be a serious illness, particularly for those in the ‘at risk’ groups, so Devon County Council’s Public Health team is reminding everyone who is eligible for vaccination to get their free flu jab from their GP early in the season.

The Care Act in Devon

The Care Act represents the most significant reform of care and support in more than 60 years, putting people and their carers in control of their care and support

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