NEWS & ANALYSIS
Secretary of State overturns council decision to waive Southgate site Environmental Impact Assessment
Proposals for up to 200 flats in high-rise tower blocks have potentially significant impacts on Exe Estuary avian flightpaths, Exeter Cathedral skyline, listed buildings and ancient city walls placing protected landscapes and heritage assets at risk. Full story here.
£50 million county council 2024-25 service delivery cuts concealed by £93 million costs increases
Figures essentially unaffected by budget scrutiny process during which councillors sought details of where and how cuts would fall but received few proper answers. Full story here.
Stagecoach South West posts largest losses in sector despite greatest growth in journey numbers
Lowest year on year revenue rise compounded by above average staffing costs increase as £2 bus fare cap continues to prop up passenger demand. Full story here.
ON OUR RADAR
Brillsville Market returns // St Thomas
Community-run market launches 2024 season with goods from local producers, workshops and more. Saturday 9 March then monthly. More details here.
Topsham Music Festival // Various venues
Three day event features instrumental music by upcoming professional solo and chamber ensemble artists. Friday 5 to Sunday 7 April. More details here.
St Petrock’s Big Night Out // Somewhere safe
Exeter homelessness charity invites people to sleep out under the stars, or in another safe location, to help raise money for rough sleepers. Friday 12 April. More details here.
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