 Closing on Thursday: have your say on the future of Local Government in Devon
Your councils are changing. The Government wants to simplify how local government works across the county. This website sets out the five proposals that have been submitted for Devon.
Have you switched to e-billing?
 Did you know that you can receive your council tax bills online, instead of by post? It's a fast, secure way of receiving your bills, direct to your inbox. It also saves paper and postage costs, meaning more money for frontline services. Switching is quick and easy:
Public urged to put safety first as essential cliff works close Sidmouth seafront paths
 Credit: John Grimes
Path closures are in place following a recent cliff inspection, which identified a large crack in a wall structure above the Millennium Walkway in Sidmouth. Please heed all safety signage, respect fencing and barriers, and follow the diversion route to reach West Beach.
 Opportunities to share your views
If you, or someone you know, is unable to complete an online consultation or survey, request a paper version, by emailing engagement@eastdevon.gov.uk. Please submit the request at least four days before the closing date, so that the response is received before the deadline.
 Events in East Devon
 Landmark new exhibition 'Looking for Appearance' opens at Thelma Hulbert Gallery
 Left to right: Tim Craven (co-curator), Councillor Nick Hookway (East Devon District Council Portfolio Holder for Culture, Leisure, Tourism, and Sport), Gemma Girvan (Thelma Hulbert Gallery Curator), Mark Dunford (co-curator and exhibiting artist)
This major new exhibition offers a unique opportunity to view the work of leading contemporary artists, alongside historic works on view for the first time from private collections. It's free to visit (donations welcome), and open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm until Saturday 2 May 2026.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Multi award winning singer-songwriter and musician coming to Sidmouth
 Jim Causley's ‘Evening with’ concerts give a full night of beautiful singing, moving ballads, hilarious ditties, and everything in between. Book your tickets for the performance scheduled from 6.30pm on Friday 27 March 2026 at Kennaway House in Sidmouth.
Free advice on smart ways to cut costs and manage your home’s energy use
 Take away actions to reduce your energy use and manage bills, useful resources for support, and a question-and-answer session for personalised advice. This event, hosted by Exeter College Future Skills Centre, is scheduled for 10am - 12pm on Tuesday 31 March 2026.
New Sidmouth Wallspace artwork on display
 “Swimmers” by Moby Hill
Moby's design, on display until Wednesday 13 May 2026, inspired by the billboard's location, beside the local swimming pool and the sea, reflects how swimming is part of Sidmouth life.
Are you taking part in the Great British Spring Clean?
 Communities across the UK are coming together to clean up streets, parks, and beaches - small actions that create a big impact. Whether you join a local clean up or start your own, every bag collected helps protect wildlife and keep East Devon beautiful. See how you can get involved, make a pledge, find local events, or organise your own clean up.
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
 Make your gardening clipping brilliant
 Subscribe to East Devon's Green Waste service and the team will take away your garden cuttings from the kerbside. If your garden is small, why not share a green bin, and the subscription, with your neighbour?
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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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 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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