 Photo of Bystock Pools by Kate Williams
In this week's newsletter, read about these stories and more:
Support for rough sleepers during cold weather
Cold weather is forecast for the next few days and overnight temperatures will be low.
The council has therefore activated its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol until the morning of next Tuesday, 11 February 2025, to enable rough sleepers in East Devon to access emergency accommodation.
If you know someone who is sleeping rough, or need help yourself, please visit StreetLink for support.
Alternatively, please call the council's Housing Options Team (01395 571660 during office hours or 0330 6782382 outside office hours), or visit Blackdown House, Honiton, or Exmouth Town Hall, in person between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday.
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263 tonnes of aluminium collected from East Devon households last year
 A big thank you for recycling as much aluminium that you use as you can. In East Devon we recycle items including drinks cans, foil, foil trays, aerosols, and jar lids.
Aluminium is the most valuable material the Recycling Team collect from households. These materials are a valuable resource and can be recycled over and over again. Making aluminium from virgin ore uses huge amounts of energy. By recycling your aluminium packaging you are helping to reduce energy use and helping fight climate change.
Read about keeping your aluminium in the ‘loop’, and more, on the Recycling and Waste webpages.
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Have you downloaded our free East Devon app yet?
Join more than 60,000 residents using our smartphone app and get simple personalised recycling and waste collection reminders, the latest collection updates and tell us about a missed collection. You can download the app through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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East Devon District Council Countryside Team forms partnership with able2achieve
 A group of adults, with additional needs, took part in important conservation work at an Axminster nature reserve as part of a special skill-building project.
The group participated in gorse removal, an important conservation activity to improve biodiversity. The opportunity helped to boost their confidence and work towards greater independence in their personal and professional lives.
Keep in touch with East Devon District Council's Countryside Team on Facebook and Instagram .
Hear about the successful wildlife refuge season at Exmouth Duckpond
 During winter, the Exe Estuary is home to thousands of migratory birds. The South East Devon Wildlife team would like to thank everyone who gave feeding and resting birds space at the seasonal Wildlife Refuge at Exmouth Duckpond (from September to December). You have helped the birds to thrive. Listen to Sama (pictured), one of our Wildlife Wardens, on BBC Radio Devon (at 35 mins) talking about the success we've seen this year so far.
 Events in East Devon
Exclusive offers for Devon residents until the end of February
 Sign up for free, to access a host of exclusive offers, and discounts, on dining experiences, tickets to top attractions and even short breaks from businesses across South Devon. Whether you’re an animal lover, history enthusiast or a foodie, there's something for everyone, no matter the age.
Online support sessions for young people moving in to adulthood
Throughout the year, a series of online support sessions designed to provide valuable advice and support for young people, and those that support them, will be hosted by Devon County Council. The sessions will take place throughout the year, led by expert speakers, and cover topics such as training and employment opportunities, money management, as well as good mental health and resilience.
For a full list of session topics, or to book your place, visit the Transitions support sessions page.
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Multi-award-winning one-woman-show comes to Sidmouth
'Apples In Winter' tells the story of an American mother, Miriam, whose son is on death row for a terrible crime. His last request is his mother's apple pie. As Miriam shows the audience how to make the perfect apple pie, she tries to understand what happened to her son.
Winner of the Susan Gaspell Award, The Smith Prize for Political Theatre and nominated for Best Solo Performance at the Offie Awards, the show has been described as "immensely powerful" and "transfixing". LynchPin Theatre have toured across the UK, USA, and Europe to critical acclaim.
A post-show discussion will give the audience a chance to discuss the issues raised with the theatre company, as well as learn more about the artistry of putting on the production.
Book your tickets on the Manor Pavilion website to come along to the performance taking place from 7.30pm on Friday 21 March 2025.
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Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
Share your feedback about East Devon's Draft Housing Strategy
The council welcomes any additional comments or suggestions that you have, to ensure the 2025-2030 Housing Strategy is as effective, and comprehensive, as possible. Your input will be carefully considered before the Strategy is finalised.
Get involved in the consultation before the deadline of 4pm on Monday 31 March 2025.
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 Council meetings dates
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place:
You can watch public meetings live on the council’s YouTube channel.
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