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Exeter ranked third in the country for economic performance
Exeter is one of the best performing cities in the country for economic growth, according to an influential new report.
PwC’s Good Growth for Cities Index ranks 50 of the UK’s largest cities based on the public's assessment of 12 economic measures, including jobs, health, income, safety and skills, as well as work-life balance, housing, travel-to-work times, income equality, high street shops, environment and business start-ups.
Oxford and Swindon top this year’s Index, with Exeter rising significantly to third - performing strongly on health, jobs and safety.
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  British Science Festival
Prestigious British Science Festival is heading to Exeter
The prestigious British Science Festival will be held in Exeter over four days in September.
Organised by the British Science Association (BSA), Europe’s longest standing science festival travels to a different place in the UK each year and celebrates the people, stories and ideas at the heart of science.
The British Science Festival 2023 will be hosted by the University of Exeter. The festival will be held between Thursday 7 and Sunday 10 September, with events being held on the University’s campus, as well as at venues across the city.
There will be a host of free activities including talks, workshops and drop-in events on offer for visitors from Exeter and beyond to attend.
Celebrating the 192nd anniversary of the festival, and working in partnership with the University, the BSA will bring its flagship event to the South West for the first time since 2004, when it was last hosted by the University of Exeter.
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Consultation launched on Houses in Multiple Occupation in Exeter
A consultation has been launched on changes to planning policy for houses in multiple occupancy (HMOs) in Exeter.
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Overcoming the 'Cupboard of Shame': Reuse, Don't Over-accumulate!
In his regular feature, Denis the Dustcart talks about the hidden environmental cost of hoarding reusable cups and bottles. Aim for effective reuse, reduce consumerism, and optimise recycling.
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Households not on the gas grid can apply for free improvements
Lower-income householders across Devon whose homes are not on the gas grid are invited to apply for free energy efficiency improvements to their homes.
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Community Infrastructure Levy hearing date announced
An Examination hearing for the Exeter City Council Community Infrastructure Levy review has now been arranged for 4 July at Exeter Civic Centre.
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A New Chapter at Exeter’s historic Guildhall
Exeter’s historic Guildhall is embracing a new chapter with the installation of a new stained-glass window that maintains the tradition of honouring the city’s Chief Executive.
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Home improvements can cut energy bills and carbon emissions
Homeowners in Exeter are being reminded that they can apply for low-cost loans to help fund home improvements which could cut both their energy bills and carbon emissions.
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Exeter Library unveils summer spectacular with live music and workshops
As part of Art Week Exeter, Exeter Library is rolling out a summer evening spectacular of live music and creative workshops in the latest Library Lates.
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Are you wild about Devon? Apply for a grant to encourage wildlife
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for funding to help encourage wildlife in their backyard.
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Consultation planned on introducing a Harbour Revision Order for Exeter
An Harbour Revision Order is a set of rules which govern what the authority can do and the powers that it has within the boundaries of the harbour in Exeter.
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Planning Committee meeting 25 May 2023
The Planning Committee meeting held on 25 May 2023 can now be viewed below.
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 Bin collections
Bin collections following the Spring Bank Holiday
All bin collections carried out by Exeter City Council will take place one day later because of the bank holiday.
This new way of operating - brought in this year - replaces the previous system of moving the Monday collections to the following Saturday.
So this is how it will work:
- Bin collections due on Monday 29 May will take place on Tuesday 30 May
- Collections during the rest of the week will be:
- Collections scheduled for Tuesday 30 May will be collected on Wednesday 31 May
- Collections scheduled for Wednesday 31 May will be collected on Thursday 1 June
- Collections scheduled for Thursday 1 June will be collected on Friday 2 June
- Collections scheduled for Friday 2 June will be collected on Saturday 3 June
Don't forget to sign up to the Council’s bin reminder service: www.exeter.gov.uk/binreminder
 All of our vacancies can be found at exeter.gov.uk/jobs
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Rough Sleeping and Accommodation Pathway Co-ordinator - APPLY TODAY
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 Exeter Port Authority
Exeter Port Authority Harbour Board Vacancies
We currently have 2 vacancies for External Harbour Board members
Exeter City Council is the Port Authority for the Exe Estuary, some non-tidal sections of the River Exe and the Exeter Ship Canal. This stretches from Blackaller Weir (in Bonhay Road, Exeter) to a safe water mark a mile off the Exmouth beach.
Our Harbour Board sits within the existing committee structure of Exeter City Council. The Board consists of six internal appointments (Exeter City Council Members) and six external representatives who are appointed for a period of 3 years. The Board reports directly to the Council’s Executive.
The Harbour Board maintains strategic oversight and direction of all aspects of the Harbour operation and will meet at least every three months. Currently the following meeting dates have been identified as 13 July 2023 (TBC); 25 September, 14 December and 11 March 2024.
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Our latest planning applications
View all of the planning applications we've received this week. You can view them online by clicking on the application number.
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  Lord Mayor's Charity Coffee Mornings
Join Lord Mayor's Charity Coffee Mornings to Benefit FORCE Cancer Charity
Exeter’s new Lord Mayor Cllr Kevin Mitchell will be hosting a series of coffee mornings at Exeter’s Historic Guildhall to raise funds for his chosen charity, FORCE Cancer Charity.
The first coffee morning takes place on Saturday 27 May.
As an experienced oncology nurse, Cllr Mitchell has dedicated his working life to providing care and support for individuals impacted by cancer. His commitment aligns perfectly with the mission of FORCE.
The Lord Mayor invites everyone to take part in these coffee mornings as a platform for community involvement and fundraising.
The events will be held at Exeter’s historic Guildhall and provide an opportunity to meet the new Lord Mayor and to directly support his mayoral charity.
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