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Hot weather continuing into the weekend

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have issued an amber heat health warning for the remainder of this week until 9am on Monday (23 June).

Although many of us look forward to sunny weather and the chance to spend more time outdoors, warm spells can pose health risks for some people in our community.

During the hot weather, make sure you look out for older people, people with long-term health conditions, those who live alone and may be unable to care for themselves and young children who may find it more difficult to stay cool and hydrated.

High fire risk on Dartmoor

We’ve all seen the devastation a wildfire can have on dry moorland, but you can help reduce the risk, protect Dartmoor and keep everyone safe by:

 Leaving BBQs at home and not lighting campfires.

  Safely disposing of cigarettes, vapes, matches or lighters.

  Keeping glass bottles away, sunlight through glass can spark fires.

  Taking all your litter home with you.

If you spot a wildfire, call 999 immediately with the exact location.

Don't forget that BBQs, stoves and fires are not allowed anywhere at Dawlish Warren, including the beach, the dunes and grassland. It's a Special Area of Conservation and there are bylaws in place to protect the Nature Reserve. Thank you helping us to look after this internationally important wildlife area. 

Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve

Council news

Update: Repair works in Bakers Park, Newton Abbot

The start of repair works at Bakers Park, Newton Abbot had to be briefly delayed but we're pleased to confirm that the works are now underway.

This means that five parking spaces at the end of Bakers Park car park have been closed to enable the rebuilding of the riverside retaining wall. This section of the car park will be closed for around four weeks while we carry out the essential repairs.

We've timed the work so that it's after the end of the busy football season, but we apologise for any inconvenience the closure may cause.

Alternative parking is available at Venture Court Car Park, Bradley Lane and pedestrian access at Bakers Park will be maintained.

The car park is due to fully open towards the end of July once all the work has been completed.

Our statement on Wolborough (NA3)

Teignbridge District Council recently issued a temporary Stop Notice to the developer for part of the Wolborough Barton (NA3) housing site. Since then, we’ve been reviewing whether the developer can legally continue work on other parts of the site.

We’ve now concluded that all development work should stop, as it currently breaches planning control. The only exception is for agreed temporary measures to prevent soil erosion and reduce the risk of silt washing into nearby areas during heavy rain.

You can read our full statement on our news site.

🍃Have your say on our green spaces🐝

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been sharing some fascinating glimpses into our parks and green spaces on social media — from the clever Bee Orchid, which mimics a bee to attract pollinators, to the charming family of Canadian geese taking a stroll through Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve.

Here in Teignbridge, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by a rich variety of green and open spaces — from countryside and town parks to SANGS (Suitable Alternative Natural Green Spaces) like Dawlish Countryside Park and our beautiful nature reserves.

Our annual Green Spaces Survey is now open, and we’d really like to know your thoughts on our green spaces, from how safe and welcoming our parks feel, to the quality of signage and maintenance. Your feedback helps us improve and shape the future of our green spaces.

The survey is open until 12 noon on Monday 30 September.

We're hiring - come and join us!

Full details of all vacancies and closing dates for applying are on our jobs portal or follow us on LinkedIn.

Other news

Celebrating Devon's active volunteers

The Active Devon Volunteer Awards are back for a fourth year, celebrating unpaid volunteers across Devon who help others in their communities to be more active.

Nominations are open now, so whether you want to recognise a young volunteer, unpaid individuals in communities across Devon or a volunteering team who tirelessly give their time to support others to be more active, get nominating and celebrate their brilliant work!

Stagecoach launches new late-night Saturday buses

Stagecoach have launched new night services across their network on Saturday nights.

The new late-night journeys have been added to nine of their routes across the region and will run from midnight until as late as 4am. Night services in or close to Teignbridge will operate on:

• 2: Exeter to Dawlish via Exminster and Starcross
• 12: Torquay to Brixham via Paignton
• 22 St Marychurch to South Devon College via Paignton

So, if you’re heading for an evening out take a look at the new timetables for a safe and affordable way to get home.

Digital tool to help young people’s career development

Devon County Council have developed a new tool to help bring quality career advice for pupils up to the same high standard across the county.

The online profile is a digital document that allows young people from 12 years old and upwards to keep track of their goals, identify job interests, aspirations, what they enjoy or feel they are skilled at, their work experience, their achievements, and what kind of support helps them best.

Young people will be encouraged to take ownership of their vocational profile where possible, with support where necessary from their school or college and family and friends. 

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