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25 July 2025

Latest News from West Devon Borough Council

Okehampton Interchange taking shape

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The Okehampton Interchange train station will be the newest addition to the Dartmoor Line, connecting West Devon, Torridge and North Cornwall with Exeter and beyond. The £15 million scheme is being funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) with contributions from us and Devon County Council.

Since work began in January, major progress has been made to create the new station on the edge of Okehampton, two minutes from the A30.

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Make sure you have your say

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Watch our video and hear why the Leader of South Hams District Council,  Cllr Mandy Ewings thinks it's so important to hear your views on Local Government Reorganisation. 

Do you live, work, study or have a business in West Devon? If the answer is yes, then it’s time for you to help shape the future of local government in your area, by letting us know what matters to you.

Our website has lots of information about the local government reorganisation, including frequently asked questions.

To find out more and have your say, visit our website. 


Postal votes

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If you applied for a postal vote before 31 October 2023 you may have received an email from us.

Due to new rules introduced by the Elections Act 2022, you’ll need to reapply.

Reapplying is quick and easy – just visit www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote

You’ll need:

  • Your date of birth
  • Your National Insurance number
  • A photo or scanned copy of your handwritten signature (black ink on plain white paper)
  • If you don’t reapply, your current postal vote will expire on 31 January 2026.

Visit our webpage for more information.


Have your say on our Statement of Licensing Policy

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We are reviewing our Statement of Licensing Policy which sets out the Council’s policy for licensing and regulating businesses where there is the sale of alcohol, provision of regulated entertainment or late night refreshment. 

This usually covers businesses such as pubs, clubs, restaurants, hotels, off licenses and late night food takeaways. 

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Job Vacancies

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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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