Exeter City Council News
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Updates
We are monitoring the situation regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) closely and are liaising regularly with experts at Public Health England, the Department of Health and Social Care, Devon County Council and others. We are taking all possible steps to keep Exeter’s residents, visitors, businesses and our staff safe and well.
We will do everything possible to maintain key frontline services but if there are any interruptions the best place to read about them is on our Coronavirus (Covid-19) Service Updates Page
The latest updated information regarding our services during the current 'lockdown' are:
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Exeter City Council and Devon County Council supported by the 6th Battalion of the Rifles, made the hard decision not to conduct a live public service in the city for the safety of all those that would attend.
Instead the Service will be live streamed on the City Council’s Facebook page from 10.59am on Sunday (8 November).
READ MORE AND FIND OUT HOW TO VIEW THE STREAMED SERVICE
Other news
Community support available during lockdown
Anyone in need of extra help and support during lockdown should contact Exeter Community Wellbeing on 01392 265000.
Exeter Community Wellbeing can help people with things like:
✅ Arranging priority food delivery slots from local supermarkets
✅ Delivery of essential supplies
✅ Food vouchers
✅ Collecting and delivering prescriptions
✅ Wellbeing check-ins by phone
✅ Connecting you with people or services who can offer further support
FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP DURING THE LOCKDOWN
What’s open and what’s shut during ‘lockdown’
With the country entering another ‘lockdown’, people in Exeter will want to know which City Council services remain open and which will close or remain closed......READ MORE
Devon councils are ready again to support the most clinically vulnerable
Councils across Devon are working together to support people identified as being ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ through this second lockdown......READ MORE
Citizens Advice reports surge in coronavirus-related employment issues
Citizens Advice Exeter is reporting a 19.5% rise in clients seeking help with employment issues, as the coronavirus pandemic impacts on workers and employers in the city.....READ MORE
Cans 4 City - Supporting Exeter City Community Trust
A community partnership aimed at giving Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) people in Exeter a greater voice has been awarded a grant from the £1 million Exeter Covid-19 Community Action Fund......READ MORE
Updated guidance on the use of Exe Estuary and Exeter Ship Canal
Having reviewed the latest Government advice, the Exe estuary and Exeter ship canal can be used for exercise or spending time outdoors where social distancing can be maintained as part of your daily exercise routine......READ MORE
One more big effort to stop the second wave of coronavirus
As Devon prepares for a second national lockdown, the county’s Director of Public Health is making a last appeal for one more effort and urging everyone to “Act now to stop the virus in its tracks” and help prevent local health services from being overwhelmed this winter.......READ MORE
Leisure Centres temporary closures due to lockdown
Following parliamentary approval on Wednesday, all leisure facilities will by law have to close for a month from Thursday 5 November......READ MORE
Wearing and disposing of PPE
As the country enters a second period of lockdown, it’s more important than ever that everyone follows advice on wearing and disposing of PPE......READ MORE
Still time to take part in tree photography competition
The City Council has launched a photography competition in the run-up to National Tree Week – 28 November to 6 December. There’s still time to get out and about and take a picture of your favourite tree in Exeter........READ MORE
UK climate risk in pictures
Are you a photographer who has a passion for highlighting how climate change is affecting the landscape and bringing risks to how we live in the UK? Here's an invitation to submit photographs to illustrate the impacts of climate change in the UK........READ MORE
Do you need to make essential repairs to your home?
As a not-for-profit organisation, Wessex Resolutions created a sustainable funding stream in partnership with councils, to improve the quality of homes throughout the UK. Their mission is to deliver sensible lending that sees individuals as being more than just a credit score.
The loan scheme funds a range of home repairs, improvements, adaptations and energy efficiency measures. There are a number of schemes aimed at supporting owner occupiers, park home owners, landlords, and empty property owners.
Their knowledgeable team of advisers will guide you through the process of applying for a home improvement loan, assess your eligibility, how much you could borrow and the loan best suited to your circumstances.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HELP FOR HOME OWNERS ON OUR WEBSITE
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Coronavirus Guidance and support
Hands Face Space
Our group has been created to keep residents updated about key messages on coronavirus in relation to the council’s services and how people can help in their communities.
Key messages from the NHS and Central Government will also be shared when appropriate.
We're happy to answer questions relating to local issues where we can but general questions about the virus will be directed to the relevant national agencies to maintain accurate messaging.
Apply to join the group and share local information HERE
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