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Young People And Sport Tops Agenda For New Mayor Of West Devon. Young people and sport will top the agenda for West Devon's new Mayor Cllr Robin Musgrave who was elected to the post for the forthcoming year yesterday. (May 16)
The Olympic Flame is on its way to West Devon. West Devon is preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime event when the Olympic Torch makes its triumphal way through the streets of Okehampton, Hatherleigh and Folly Gate to herald the start of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
Election called for Tavistock North ward seat. An election has been called for a seat on West Devon Borough Council to represent the Tavistock North ward following the resignation of Mr Mike Harper recently.
Let your voice carry - make a difference. Would you like to help West Devon Borough Council to develop plans and services that meet the needs of local residents, businesses and communities?
Chlling message for food waste haters! West Devon Borough Council's Recycling and Waste team will be taking their road show out across the district this Spring and Summer to spread the message: Love Food Hate Waste.
West Devon champions win Mayoral awards. Three community champions have won this year's West Devon Borough Council Mayoral awards.
Help for carers needing a break. If you are an unpaid carer and would appreciate some grant help towards taking a holiday break then West Devon Connect service can put you in touch with Devon Carers who may be able to help.
Flood Warning System go-ahead for South Zeal. A new flood warning system is to be set up in South Zeal this month after the Environment Agency confirmed a capital grant of £6,000 for the project which West Devon Borough Council will be helping to implement.
New waste collection days for West Devon. Collection days for waste and recycling will be changing for around half of West Devon's households from mid May 2012. West Devon residents should keep an eye out for details in the post detailing the new collection days.
Four days of free parking to celebrate The Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Revellers will enjoy free parking in all West Devon Borough Council - owned car parks over the Diamond Jubilee weekend.
Olympic Torch Relay 2012
The Olympic Flame, the glowing symbol of the greatest show on earth , will be coming to West Devon next year en route to the London 2012 Olympic Games.
To view the film of the Olympic Torch Relay route 2012 Click Here
Getting to Know You
The council is looking for local people who would like to be consulted on the development of plans and services for the local area helping to ensure that they are really meeting the needs of people living and working within our communities. You can choose to be involved in all consultations or just with those on specific areas and services.
Faster Broadband for West Devon
We're working with Devon County Council to deliver the Connecting Devon and Somerset project in West Devon, but we need you to get involved and register your interest. Please click here to take this quick speed survey to show that there is strong demand for faster broadband and show what current speeds and coverage we have in the area.
Click here to access the connecting Devon and Somerset website
Have You Ever Thought of Installing a Water Butt?
A single water butt can collect around 5,000 litres of water a year which is great for the garden or washing the car. With a water butt you can help save tap water and reduce your water bill!
Season Tickets
Tavistock and Okehampton annual car parking season tickets are being reduced by up to 45% from April 1 - and in some cases will cost less than 70p a day - following a move by West Devon Borough Council to make parking more affordable.
2012 Waste Education Roadshows
Your Recycling and Waste team will be out and about across the borough this Spring and Summer. Why not come and see us!
Website Survey
We would like to know what you think about our website, so we can deliver more effective services and communication with our residents, businesses and visitors.
New 'Localism in Action' Guide
'Localism in Action' is a new guide which has been produced by Public Sector Officers from across the South West in conjuction with Creating Excellence and Groups Work.
Website Translation Service
This website can be translated into various languages by using the free service provided by Google.
Collection Day Changes Week Commencing 14 May 2012.
We will be changing some recycling and refuse collection days from the week beginning 14 May 2012.
Due to the extensive nature of the new waste collection round changes some collections may be running late on your given collection day.
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Notice of Election - Tavistock North Ward
Statement of Community Involvement
West Devon and South Hams Council's have adopted a review of the Statement of Community Involvement. This is the document that sets out when and how we involve our communities in preparing development plans and processing planning applications.
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Changes to Garden and Card Collection Service
Due to legislation changes, we will no longer be able to accept any coloured card with garden waste.
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Support and Guidance in the Current Economic Climate
West Devon Borough Council have prepared some support and guidance notes to assist people in West Devon during the current economic climate.
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Food Hygiene Rating System
The Council, along with others in Devon, has adopted the National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme. The Scheme is a Food Standards Agency/Council partnership initiative to provide consumers with simple information about hygiene standards in food businesses found during routine inspections, to help them to make informed choices about where they buy and eat food. We have adopted the national scheme because it will mean that the 'rating' given by this Council will be consistent with those given by councils elsewhere in the country.
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West Devon Connect - Winter 2011
The Winter 2011 edition of the West Devon Connect magazine is available for download now.
West Devon Connect Magazine
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Tackling Anti Social Behaviour - Our Pledge to You
The South Devon and Dartmoor Community Safety Partnership recognises that anti-social behaviour is a serious problem that affects the quality of life of individuals, families and communities. The South Devon and Dartmoor Community Safety Partnership includes your local Police, District Council, Fire Service, Probation Service, Health and Youth/Education services. We have the skills and resources to support you in both tackling and solving issues in your area.
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Conference Facilities
Tavistock's, Kilworthy Park, new State of the Art Conference Suite and meeting rooms are an ideal venue for hosting events ranging from small meetings and training seminars to large exhibitions and Conferences on the fringe of Dartmoor.
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Kilworthy Park, Tavistock PL19 0BZ
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Okehampton Customer Services Centre, 10 St James Street, Okehampton, EX20 1DH
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