Are you ready to vote in the Devon County Council elections on 1 May? Here are some key dates to remember:
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Register to vote by Friday 11 April
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Register for a postal vote by 5pm, Monday 14 April
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Register for a proxy vote by 5pm, Wednesday 23 April
Don't forget.. you need photo identification (ID) to vote at a polling station.
For more information, including the full list of accepted forms of photo ID, visit the Electoral Commission website or call their helpline on 0800 328 0280.
If you need voter ID, you will need to apply online by 5pm, Wednesday 23 April.
With Spring here and Easter holidays on the horizon, farms and petting zoos across West Devon will now be a family favourite.
Farm visits are fun for all the family, but farm animals carry a lot of germs that can be passed to humans so please take extra care. Vulnerable groups need to take particular care as infections acquired from animals can be harmful to them: for pregnant women this also includes their unborn baby.
The UK Health and Security (UKHSA) is advising everyone to:
- Follow any rules and guidelines provided by the farm staff and maintain safe distances from animals to ensure your safety and the wellbeing of the animals
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm running water after you have touched animals, fences or other surfaces where animals may have been, and dry your hands with paper towels
- Supervise children closely and ensure that they wash their hands thoroughly using liquid soap and warm running water
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before eating or drinking
- When visiting a farm, only eat and drink in picnic areas or cafes
- Try to avoid wearing open-toed shoes. At the end of your visit remove and clean boots or shoes and clean pushchair wheels. Then wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm running water
- If you have held or had contact with an animal wash clothing at 40C or hotter when you return home.
More advice can be found on the UKHSA website.
Have fun AND support a local cause... it really is win-win!
SeaMoor Lotto is a fun way to win prizes and at the same time, support a small charity right here in West Devon.
At least 60% from each ticket sold goes to support local causes, and there’s a chance to win the £25,000 jackpot every week!
Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 29 March you could win a home robot bundle.
Put your feet up this spring, while your new Lawnmaster L12 Robot Mower keeps your garden under control, and your Roomba Combo J5 takes care of all the floors in your home with its vacuuming AND mopping options! Win the freedom to relax this spring!
Even if you don't win, you can be happy knowing you're making a real difference for your local town or parish.
Enter today.
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.
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