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Pinhoe community hub planning approval granted for second time
The city council has approved a planning application for a new community hub building at Station Road playing fields in Pinhoe for the second time following the lapse of the previous permission that was granted in February 2020.
SEND children’s services still “failing to deliver improved outcomes for children and young people”
Devon County Council says change is underway but parents say problems remain unresolved, not enough is being done and their views are being ignored.
Exeter City Living holds Glasshouse Lane redevelopment consultation
Exeter City Living is holding a public consultation on its Glasshouse Lane redevelopment plans, which have been revised following public feedback.
St Thomas Library demolition plans withdrawn
Exeter Estates Holdings, a property development company that is controlled by Tony Rowe, CEO and chairman of Exeter Chiefs, has withdrawn its application to demolish St Thomas Library and replace it with a block of thirteen flats following a public outcry in reaction to the plans.
South West Water owner increases dividend despite losses and fines
South West Water owner Pennon Group has increased its shareholder dividend by nearly 11% to £112 million despite making a pre-tax loss of £8.5 million and being fined £2.15 million after pleading guilty to thirteen environmental offences committed across Devon and Cornwall.
Exeter City Council member expenses total £409,000
Exeter City Council member’s allowances and expenses came to a total of £409,000 in the year to March 2023, with council leader Phil Bialyk claiming £28,400 and receiving regular gifts and hospitality at Sandy Park.
