New one-off community grant scheme launch by East Devon District Council
Review on councillor’s code of conduct
Should a separate parish council be created for Colyford?
Car park improvement work starts on East Devon Pebblebed Heaths
Drainage improvement works at Jacobs Ladder Beach may cause disruption
News and updates:
New one-off community grant scheme launch by East Devon District Council
Grants of up to £500 are now available from East Devon District Council for voluntary, community and other not for profit groups.
The council has set up a one-off Small Community Grants scheme to provide grants to support community-led ideas and initiatives across the area. Applications are sought from groups looking to fund smaller projects, rather than it being a small percentage contribution of a big costly project.
Residents have until 5pm on Monday 14 March 2022 to share their thoughts on East Devon District Council’s Councillor’s Code of Conduct and help shape the new draft document, before EDDC makes any final decisions.
We are currently updating our code, which largely reflects the model provided by the Local Government Association, with limited adaptation to reflect local circumstances.
It is particularly important we get this right, as whilst some Parish and Town Councils will set their own code, others are likely to reflect ours directly.
Much of the code is clear, but there are key areas on registration and disclosure of interests, gifts and hospitality where we would appreciate and value your views.
EDDC has reviewed the Local Government Association’s example of a good code of conduct whilst revising its own. While the law means there are certain aspects in the code of conduct that cannot be changed, the council is seeking views on certain of the areas that can be.
If you need a copy of this consultation on paper or in any other format, email codeofconduct@eastdevon.gov.uk or call 01395 517569.
Should a separate parish council be created for Colyford?
Should Colyford have its own parish council? Tell us what you think in a review being carried out by East Devon District Council.
Anyone living in the area covered by Colyton Parish Council is being asked to share their views on the draft proposals before the deadline at 5pm on Wednesday, 4 May.
Parish councils have the right to collect money from local residents as part of their council tax bill. This money is then spent by the parish council in their locality.
Once EDDC has received everyone’s views it will consider the results of the consultation and publish its proposal in spring 2022. This proposal will then be subject to further consultation.
People registered to vote within the Colyton Parish Council area will shortly be receiving a consultation pack in the post, within the pack will be a short questionnaire inviting residents to have their say.
This proposal was discussed at EDDC's Cabinet meeting on 3 November 2021. You can find out more about this discussion online.
Car park improvement work starts on East Devon Pebblebed Heaths
Work to improve visitor access on the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths will start on Monday 7th February 2022 meaning some car parks will be closed.
Four Firs Car Park on Woodbury Common and Joney’s Cross Car Park on Hawkerland will be closed to the public from Monday 7th February and work is expected to take up to 6 weeks. During this time, visitors are asked to make use of other car parking locations provided across the heaths.
Further works will take place on roadside parking at Stowford (Colaton Raleigh) and Frying Pans (Bicton Common).
Another case of fly tipping reported in East Devon
On Tuesday 1 February, the REACT team at were called to clear the mess left by fly tipping.
Along with a large amount of material and litter, the team were called to remove an abandoned caravan on the London road, Whimple, Exeter.
The caravan was removed on a low loader as it wasn't safe to tow.
Fly tipping is a crime. Any information from those who may have witnessed this offence please contact us as it would be very useful to identify the offenders responsible.
Drainage improvement works at Jacobs Ladder Beach may cause disruption
Drainage improvement works to the access slope to Jacobs Ladder beach is due to commence on Monday 14 February and will last for three days. Pedestrian access will be maintained, but there could be some disruption.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced on 3 February 2022 that households in England, which are in council tax bands A to D, will receive a £150 rebate.
Local Authorities have yet to receive any details on how to administer this scheme, so please do not contact us at this time.
We will provide more information on our website and social media channels when this has been received.
Commonwealth Games – Queen’s Batonbearers nominations opens
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has opened nominations for people who would like to apply to be a Batonbearer for the Queen’s Baton Relay in England. The criteria for a Batonbearer in England is someone who meets one or more of the following:
Is always willing to take on a challenge and has a unique and inspiring story
Has made a meaningful contribution to sport, education, the arts, culture, or charity
Is a figure of inspiration that positively challenges others to achieve their best
Has taken on a challenge or cause and made a positive impact within their community
The Queen’s Baton Relay will travel to every region in England, before arriving at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games on 28 July. Nominations will be open until 14 February.
Check out StreetScene's huge successes from the past year
Despite the challenges, uncertainties and setbacks they faced as a result of the pandemic and knock-on effects, our fantastic StreetScene team achieved so many successes. We are hopeful that 2022 will be another great year and that our team at East Devon will continue to make a positive impact and grow exponentially as a service.
Join in with a free taster of Aqua fit or Yoga courtesy of LED Community Leisure
LED Community Leisure are committed to providing a safe space for everyone in our community to live a healthier lifestyle by providing great leisure facilities no matter who you are.
As part of this commitment, and to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month, we have teamed up with Exmouth Pride to provide a welcoming environment for anyone to try our facilities. You might be a keen swimmer, a novice yoga enthusiast - or even apprehensive. LGBT+ people like anybody else can be all of these, but you will always be welcome.
Swimming: Sunday 20 February 17:30 - 18:30pm, Exmouth Leisure Centre
The session will include a 30-minute aqua fit taster with one of our instructors to showcase more of what the pool can offer besides simply swimming up and down!
Yoga: Saturday 12 February 12:30 - 1.30pm, Exmouth Leisure Centre
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Latest news and newsletters
East Devon District Council also produce regular newsletters and news on different topics, in the last week we have issued the following which may be of interest:
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place. Any public meetings will be streamed live to the Council’s YouTube channel, and in the event of difficulties these will be streamed on our Facebook page instead.
As East Devon is growing so rapidly, by at least 800 new homes a year, the Recycling & Waste Team need to expand it’s operations to be able to make recycling collections across the growing district.
Planning is underway to decide how best to expand our fleet of collection vehicles to cope with the growing demand for recycling at the kerb-side.
The supplier of our recycling vehicles, Romaquip, has designed a prototype ‘Baby’ Romaquip to get into difficult access areas. Romaquip have chosen East Devon to test it’s new vehicle and have delivered it to our depot this week to help with our planning
You might see the new baby recycler being out through it’s paces around East Devon’s narrow lanes this week.
Join over 30,000 people using our smartphone app and get simple personalised collection reminders, the latest collection updates and tell us about a missed collection.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery
Diego and Frida – Two Revolutionary Artists
Join us at THG for our next enthralling art talk. The first talk sold out so book your tickets early!
Tuesday 8 February, 10.30-12.00pm: Diego and Frida – Two Revolutionary Artists.
Diego Rivera was a giant figure of the Mexican mural movement, while Frida Kahlo was best known for her self-portraits. We will explore Diego’s key murals and discover why Frida Kahlo has become an icon of feminism and self-discovery.
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