NEWS & COMMENT
Government approves new Devon local government layer but says it still wants elected mayor
Devon & Torbay Combined County Authority expected to be first step towards regional governance structure as Institute for Government recommends absorption of Plymouth – and even Cornwall – into South West peninsula devolution deal. Read more.
Developer appeals St Bridget Nurseries non-determination following High Court rejection of previous planning approval
Second Waddeton Park application for controversial site remains undecided after city and county councils both criticised by judge for failing to discharge duties. Read more.
£7.3 million RAMM and Riverside Leisure Centre decarbonisation scheme to be scrapped
City council says neither project deliverable within required timeframe or budget and that it hopes to recover £550,000 so far spent. Read more.
Devon County Council holds second consultation on Heavitree Road, Honiton Road and Pinhoe Road bus lane changes
Statutory consultation on proposed changes including bus lane operation times and removal of parking spaces follows informal consultation earlier this year. Read more.
New Heavitree Road police station site student accommodation and “co-living” redevelopment plans published
Public comment sought on pre-application proposals for 738 rooms in eight blocks with ground floor commercial space following February appeal dismissal of previous 955-room scheme. Read more.
ON OUR RADAR
Exeter Contemporary Open 2024 // Exeter Phoenix
Annual exhibition featuring fifteen contemporary visual artists from across the UK. More details.
Salmon Run 2024 // River Exe
Community runs along the River Exe highlighting the significance of salmon and the species’ relationship with the waterway. More details.
An Evening with Guy Shrubsole // Waterstones
Local writer and campaigner discusses his new book about landownership in Britain. More details.
Brillsville Market // St Thomas
Regular community-run market that offers goods from local growers, makers and traders with a repair cafe and more. More details.
Folk music night // Daily Bowl
Live music, food and drinks at regular Friday night event. More details.
Isca Ensemble 2024 celebration concert // Exeter Cathedral
An evening of classical music celebrating the life of Joanna Leach with soloist Kacper Nowak in aid of local charity Hospicare. More details.
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