Latest News from West Devon Borough Council

• Working together to clear up our waters
• Sherford Country Park open
• Clearing up chewing gum
• Pension credit
• Job Vacancies

Working together to clear up our waters

With cleaner waters a hot topic, organisations have been coming together to see how our marine industry can do its bit to tackle air and water pollution across the South Hams. 

As part of our promise to protect the environment and boost the local economy, we have been working with local marine businesses, harbour authorities and industry experts to help move away from fossil fuel to electric power on the water. 

Find out more by clicking here.

Sherford Country Park open

Photo courtesy of Barratt Photographers

A huge new section of Sherford’s Country Park has been created and is now open to the public. This extensive green space now covers over 92 acres of land and more than quadruples the size of Sherford’s previous Country Park. With a stream running through it, plenty of fascinating features, and breathtaking views over the valley, the new park is a stunning slice of South Hams countryside that is free to visit and open to all.

Click here to find out more.

Clearing up chewing gum

Our staff have been out and about in the District using the new chewing gum cleaning equipment we've purchased, thanks to a grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force.

The first two communities where we've used the equipment are Kingsbridge and Ivybridge. The equipment has been effective in helping to clear up gum on our streets. Here are some pictures to show off the work.

Pension credit

Pension Credit tops up pension income and can help with day-to-day living costs.

Anyone over State Pension age may be eligible to claim Pension Credit, even if they own their home or have savings.

People can check their eligibility at gov.uk/pension-credit or by calling 0800 99 1234.

People who claim Pension Credit may also be able to get:

• Housing Benefit if they rent the property they live in
• Winter Fuel Payment
• Support for Mortgage Interest if they own the property they live in
• a Council Tax discount
• a free TV licence if aged 75 or over
• help with NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments, if you get a certain type of Pension Credit
• help with heating costs through the Warm Home Discount Scheme
• a discount on the Royal Mail redirection service if moving house

If you'd like to find out more about pension credit, you can come and meet our staff at:

• Totnes Library on 29 October, from 10 a.m.
  to 1 p.m.

• Kingsbridge Library on 20 November, from
  10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Job Vacancies

Are you looking for a flexible role in a supportive and open culture? Join the Council! We have a number of exciting roles available for the right person.

Click the button below to see our current vacancies.