A business case for reshaped and reimagined local services has been jointly submitted to the Government by seven of Devon’s 11 councils.
East Devon, Mid Devon, North Devon, South Hams, Teignbridge, Torridge and West Devon councils have jointly submitted Reimagining Devon: Believe in Better to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government following approval from each council’s respective members earlier this week.
The proposal is the districts’ answer to local government reorganisation - the UK Government’s plan to simplify the structure of local services in England.
The submitted proposal would give the county three unitary authorities:
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Torbay and Southern Devon – a unitary authority with South Hams, Teignbridge, Torbay and West Devon
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Exeter and Northern Devon – a unitary authority with East Devon, Exeter, Mid Devon, North Devon and Torridge
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Plymouth City Council remaining a standalone unitary authority.
The proposal, along with the other submissions for Devon, will be the subject of a government-led public consultation which is expected to take place in early 2026.
Visit www.reimaginingdevon.org to find out more and read our submission.
We’re upgrading our Revenues and Benefits system and document management platform to improve your experience and service reliability. As part of this transition, there will be a planned service downtime from Thursday 4 December at noon until we go live again on Tuesday 9 December.
What this means for you:
· During this period, you will not be able to access online services for Council Tax, business rates, or benefits.
· Our team will also be unable to process enquiries or provide our usual support by phone, webchat and email.
Please check our website for updates.
We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we make these important improvements. Our project team is working hard to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Share your views on our early ideas for new homes in Okehampton.
As part of our ambition to deliver more homes our local people need, we are currently exploring the development of up to 30 new Affordable Homes at Wonnacotts Road, Okehampton.
This is an informal consultation – no planning application will be submitted until early spring. Right now, we want to hear your thoughts on our initial proposals.
Please join us at our community event:
Here you can chat with our housing team and share your views.
Want to help your community stay warm and save on energy bills this winter?
In partnership with Tamar Energy Community , we are offering free thermal imaging camera hire to Town & Parish Councils and community groups. Use the cameras to spot heat loss in homes and identify ways to improve insulation and comfort.
- The scheme is open for applications!
- Apply today and make a difference
www.westdevon.gov.uk/thermal-camera-hire
As we approach December, many of us are busy getting ready for Christmas.
We’re planning what we want to eat, the presents we’re buying for friends and family, and decorating our homes.
Have you thought about how you could make this Christmas more sustainable?
We’re asking everyone in West Devon to recycle as much as they can this Christmas – we’ve got some handy information on our website about what you can and can’t recycle this Christmas.
Make Christmas Magical on Your Local High Street!
With just 5 weeks to go, there’s no better time to explore what your high street has to offer:
- Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list
- Pick up costumes for the nativity play
- Discover party outfits for those festive celebrations
- Order delicious food and drink for the big day
- Meet friends and family and soak up the seasonal events
Find out more about Christmas events on our website.
Your local high street has Christmas covered. Shop local, celebrate together!
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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