Cliff inspections scheduled over the next couple of weeks

Annual cliff inspections at Beer, Budleigh Salterton, Seaton and Sidmouth, are carried out by East Devon District Council and its contractors. Inspections include removing loose material and installing rock netting.

If you are visiting the seaside when the cliff inspections are taking place, please follow the safety advice on the signs on-site.

Cliff inspections are scheduled to take place at:

• Budleigh Salterton East Cliffs on Monday 24 February 2025 - the area where inspections are taking place will be closed off
• Seaton West Walk Cliffs on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 February 2025 - the promenade will be closed on both days to ensure public safety from falling debris
• Beer East Cliffs on Thursday 27 February, Friday 28 February, and Monday 3 March 2025 - the area where inspections are taking place will be closed off
• Sidmouth Connaught Gardens Cliff on Tuesday 4 March and Wednesday 5 March 2025 - the promenade will be closed on both days to ensure public safety from falling debris

Meeting will consider whether review of Cranbrook’s Town Council boundaries should go ahead

To reflect the planned expansion of the community of Cranbrook, the Town Council has requested a review of the parish’s boundaries.

A decision on whether a review of the boundaries of Cranbrook should take place will be made by a Full Council meeting of East Devon District Council, scheduled for 6pm on Wednesday 26 February 2025.

In the event that East Devon District Councillors agree to Cranbrook Town Council’s request for a new Community Governance Review, further details of the process will follow in due course.

Have your say on the updated Neighbourhood Plan for Clyst St Mary and Sowton

Once adopted, the Neighbourhood Plan will guide future planning and development for Clyst St Mary, Sowton and surrounding areas in these parishes. Review the plan and submit your feedback before the deadline of 9am on Monday 17 March 2025.

Last chance to shape East Devon’s Future: Local Plan ready to go to Government inspector

The Local Plan consultation provides an opportunity to review the final draft local development plan. All submitted comments will be passed directly to the Planning Inspector for examination. Review the proposals and share your feedback before the deadline of Monday 31 March 2025.

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.

Take part in the East Devon National Landscape Management Plan consultation

The aim of this consultation is to get your opinion on the new five-year management plan for East Devon National Landscape (formerly known as the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Have your say before the deadline of 5pm on Friday 18 April 2025.

Would you like to learn a new skill in 2025?

Exeter College is offering East Devon residents free retrofit training as part of East Devon District Council’s Retrofit Programme. All courses are funded by the Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Whether you are a homeowner or a tradesperson, book your place for the workshops, for an opportunity to gain a new qualification, learn more about energy efficiency, and find out about new career opportunities. Courses include introductions to solar, and retrofit, as well as external and internal wall insulation, plus the Green Skills Teaching Award.

Save wildlife by binning your litter

Discarded roadside rubbish and food attract wildlife to their death. Please use a bin or wait until you get home. Animals are attracted to discarded rubbish, which brings them closer to the dangers of fast-moving traffic. Thank you for recycling responsibly.

For more information and advice, visit the Recycling and Waste webpages.