The Council has a duty under the Environment Act 1995 to review and assess the air quality in its area. The air quality in the West Devon is generally excellent.
Some land in this country has been contaminated in the past by industries such as mining, waste disposal and general industrial processes. We work with landowners to manage the risk posed by this historical use.
The Council has a role to play in an emergency to support our community and to help other emergency responders. Find out more about the Council's role below.