City council elections take place on Thursday 4 May. Our essential guide highlights who’s standing where, wards to watch and what the results might be. It also covers the wider context, voter ID and the impact of First Past the Post in Exeter elections.
Alphington worst represented ward as councillor attendance at public meetings varies widely across city
Consistent commitment to participation in democratic decision-making by some councillors in contrast with poor attendance rates of others.
Weirfield House listed for sale
Exeter City Council has decided to sell Grade II listed Weirfield House in Larkbeare Road above the Port Royal public house on the open market.
£1 million Magdalen Road one-way works begin
Works to make a temporary Magdalen road one-way system permanent despite decisive public support for a low traffic street have begun.
SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER 2022
St Leonard’s Christmas Fair
Community-run market returns for eleventh year with festive food, music and gifts.
MAGDALEN ROAD
SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER 2022
March of the Mummies
Campaigning charity Pregnant Then Screwed is holding a national Halloween-themed childcare protest march.