We’ve launched a new campaign to help residents and landlords tackle damp and mould, ensuring every tenant has a safe, warm, and healthy home.
Damp and mould can cause serious health problems, especially during the colder months. Following national concern and new Government guidance, we are taking proactive steps to prevent these issues locally.
What’s New?
- Quick reporting for tenants: If you have unresolved damp or mould problems, you can now report them easily using our simple online form.
- Clear advice for landlords: Access guidance on legal responsibilities and best practice.
- Practical tips for everyone: Find advice on identifying and treating damp and mould before it becomes a bigger problem.
This campaign is part of our wider commitment to improving housing standards and supporting community wellbeing. We’re encouraging landlords and tenants to work together to resolve issues early and keep homes healthy.
Need help or advice?
Visit our dedicated webpage for more information on:
- How to spot and treat damp and mould
- Simple steps to prevent problems
- Legal guidance for landlords
You’ll also find links to local support, including Citizens Advice South Hams and community energy groups, who can help with reducing condensation and improving energy efficiency.
Take action today to keep your home safe and healthy this winter.
Find out more here
As part of our commitment to the environment, we've agreed to invest £150,000 into electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Kilworthy Park in Tavistock.
This includes the installation of the area’s only rapid charger. This rapid charging point will serve as a key destination for both local residents and visiting EV owners, making it easier than ever to access fast, reliable charging in Tavistock.
We have agreed to install seven charging points in the grounds, including one rapid charging point and six that will support overnight charging. These will be for the public to use as well as council services. The rapid charger will be the first of its type in the town, acting as a destination charging point for local and visiting electric vehicle owners.
The charging points are part of our EV strategy, to work with partners to provide high quality and well distributed charging points, while also adding new electric vehicles to our fleet to lead by example as well as reducing our own emissions.
Find out more here
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The Revenues and Benefits system is back up and running after an upgrade. The team is now clearing outstanding work which built up during the system downtime.
This transition will safeguarding our operations and help keep support service running, even in the event of a cyber security incident.
It will also help protect the data of our residents and businesses.
Your waste and recycling collection days will be different over the Christmas and New Year period.
Click here to find out when your waste and recycling collections will take place over Christmas and New Year.
Will you be enjoying a tipple or two this Christmas?
Most drinks containers are recyclable:
✅ Plastic bottles, their lids and metal lids from glass jars and bottles – washed out and put in your white sack
✅ Drinks cans – washed out and put in your white sack
✅ Juice cartons - recycling box 2
✅ Glass bottles and jars - in recycling box 1
✘ Corks (natural and plastic) - not recyclable, should go in your grey bin
Read our online guide about what you can and can't recycle this Christmas.
From unique gifts to festive treats, everything you need is right here in West Devon. Support local traders, enjoy the Christmas lights, and make memories with family and friends.
- 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
Your local high street has Christmas covered. Shop local, celebrate together!
Visit our website for more details.
This Christmas, the Food Standards Agency is putting out a series of messages on food safety at Christmas.
A festive spread of smoked fish, soft mould-ripened cheese and cold meats is a feast for the eyes and also unfortunately for listeria bacteria, which can make you ill.
Keep your cold spread cold and consider alternative picky bits, especially for pregnant women and your vulnerable relatives, who are more at risk of being seriously ill with food poisoning.
Find out more on the Food.Gov.UK website.
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Would you like to learn about making your small business more sustainable?
On Tuesday 13 January, there will be an in-person workshop on Sustainability for Small Businesses, being held for people all across South and West Devon.
This hands-on, in-person workshop gives you simple, practical actions you can apply immediately to reduce emissions, cut costs, and future-proof your business. No jargon - just real, achievable steps tailored to the realities of running a small or growing organisation. The session will last 90 minutes, with 30 minutes of networking afterwards.
The session takes place on 13 January at Newton Abbot Library at 10 a.m.
You can sign up for the event online here.
For those who are ready for more in-depth information on their business, Libraries Unlimited and BIPC Devon are offering fully funded sustainability consultancy through the Decarbonisation Programme, delivered by Netshift.
Businesses in West Devon can now access one-to-one consultancy, a carbon footprint audit, and a tailored action plan to help reduce emissions and strengthen sustainability credentials.
You’ll also join a growing network of Devon SMEs committed to building a cleaner, greener future - with training, peer learning and practical steps you can start implementing straight away.
Places are limited, so early registration is encouraged.
👉 Apply now: https://bipc.librariesunlimited.org.uk/decarbonisation-plans/
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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