Exeter In Brief

Exeter Observer's regular round-up of local news that matters

City council seeks feedback on Article 4 planning policy proposals

Exeter City Council is inviting reactions to its proposed amendments to its existing planning policy restrictions on the conversion of residential housing to multiple occupancy dwellings, frequently lived by students, near the university.

Draft Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly climate strategy consultation under way

A public consultation on a draft Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly climate adaptation strategy which will attempt to minimise the impact of climate change on the South West peninsula is under way until 30 June.

Exton Road recycling centre fire caused by accidental ignition

A large fire broke out at Exton Road recycling centre in Marsh Barton on 29 April which took fire crews three hours to extinguish.

South West Water fined £2.15 million for environmental offences

South West Water has been fined £2.15 million and ordered to pay £280,000 costs after pleading guilty to thirteen environmental offences committed between July 2016 and August 2020 across Devon and Cornwall, the largest fine imposed for such offences in the region.

Cost of living data shows 6.6% real terms fall in Exeter wages

Cost of living data shows that Exeter wages fell in real terms by 6.6% over the year to March 2023, the biggest fall bar one of all 62 cities and large towns included in the Centre for Cities tracker.

Marsh Barton railway station opening date not set despite completed works

Works at Marsh Barton railway station are now complete but an opening date will not be set until regulatory approval for its use is granted.

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