Exeter In Brief
Exeter Observer's regular round-up of local news that matters
Detailed University of Exeter West Park redevelopment plans submitted
The University of Exeter has submitted detailed plans for its 1,700 bed West Park redevelopment of 50,000m2 of student accommodation.
Second round of Devon Levelling Up funding announced
The second round of Devon “Levelling Up” funding has been announced, with Exmouth Gateway and an Appledore maritime research centre to receive £16 million each.
City council collects council tax payments nine days early
Exeter City Council has collected thousands of council tax payments that were due on 25 January nine days early.
City council planning meeting cancelled after communications failure
Exeter City Council has cancelled a meeting of its planning committee after failing to inform objectors that the meeting was taking place.
Revised Queen Street changes approved alongside Rifford Road cycling scheme
Devon County Council’s Exeter Highways and Traffic Orders Committee approved the permanent introduction of revised Queen Street changes at its meeting on 16 January.
Exeter City Living seeks views on Exeter Ship Canal head redevelopment
Exeter City Living is consulting on proposals to redevelop a large council-owned site at the head of Exeter Ship Canal, which includes the Exe Water Sports Association clubhouse, the headquarters of local cycling charity Ride On and the adjacent boat yard.