We’d really love it if you could let us know if you are coming to one of our public events this September to talk about the future of council services in West Devon.
Join us at one of our evening events:
- 08 September 2025 – Tamar Room, Arundel Arms, Lifton.
- 10 September 2025 – Bridestowe Village Hall
- 11 September 2025 – Jubilee Hall, Chagford.
- 25 September 2025 – St Paul’s Church, Yelverton.
Book your place here.
This daytime drop-in session has also been organised:
- 23 September 2025 – Hatherleigh Market, 10 a.m. – 12 noon.
Local Government Reorganisation is coming so let’s shape Devon’s future together! Find out more.
The Government's Emergency Alerts system will be tested on Sunday 7 September at 3 p.m. by sending a national test alarm to all smartphones that use 4G and 5G phone networks.
An emergency alert is a loud, siren-like sound with a message on your mobile phone and will sound, even if the mobile phone is set on silent. It will be used to alert you of danger nearby, such as bad weather and flooding.
If for any reason you have a secret phone, that provides an opportunity to reach for help when needed, it is possible to opt out of these alerts, details can be found on the UK Government website.
If you know or care for someone who may become distressed during this alarm please help them prepare in advance.
To find out more, visit gov.uk/alerts
Criminals are targeting older and vulnerable people with fake texts, emails, and phone calls pretending to be from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HMRC. They claim you need to "apply" for your Winter Fuel Payment and try to trick you into sharing personal or bank details.
Remember:
-
If you’re eligible, your Winter Fuel Payment is paid automatically – you do not need to apply.
-
The government will never ask for your bank details by text, email, or phone.
-
Do not click on suspicious links or share personal information.
-
Block and delete scam messages straight away.
If you think you’ve been targeted:
-
Contact your bank immediately – you can also dial 159 to connect to your bank’s fraud department.
-
Report suspicious texts by forwarding to 7726, phishing emails to report@phishing.gov.uk, or call Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.
If in doubt, check with a trusted friend, Citizens Advice, or Age UK before responding. Stay safe and protect your details!
Train4Tomorrow is launching a fresh wave of flexible training designed to help people across Devon gain the skills employers need now.
Whether you’re looking to change careers, boost your earning potential, or get back into work, Train4Tomorrow offers a wide range of short, flexible courses developed with local employers — with a guaranteed job interview on completion.
Courses are open to adults aged 19+ and cover in-demand sectors such as:
- Digital
- Health & Social Care
- Green Industries
- Early Years & Education
- Project Management
- Engineering & more
- There are no cost to learners
- Flexible around work or family commitments
- Open to career changers, unemployed, returners, and the self-employed.
Places are filling fast — find out more and apply today.
Did you know you may be able to access a specialist exercise programme in Okehampton or Tavistock to help improve your health and enjoy a more active lifestyle?
If you’re aged 18 or over, not currently very active, and have a health condition such as:
…then a scheme from our partners Fusion could be for you.
How it works:
-
Speak to your GP, nurse, or physiotherapist about getting a referral.
-
Once your referral is received, the team will contact you to book your first appointment.
Sessions are run by qualified exercise specialists at local Fusion leisure centres, in Okehampton and Tavistock.
For more information and prices, contact your nearest centre and ask for the Exercise Referral Specialist.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Principal Strategic Planning Officer in the Strategic Planning Team, along with a Head of Waste.
These are just two of the exciting roles available right now for the right person.
Click the button below to see our current vacancies.
|
