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We are investing more into new homes

West Devon Borough Council is investing in a number of new homes to improve long term housing options for people in the Borough.

19 September 2023

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Consultation Agreed for Proposed Council Tax Reduction Support Scheme

A Council Tax Reduction Scheme consultation for 2024/25 has been agreed to be held by West Devon Borough Council at its Hub Committee meeting on 19 September.

19 September 2023

Three children collecting litter in a park. Two of them hold cardboard boxes and the third, closest to the camera has a plastic bag.

West Devon Mayor on the lookout for the Borough's Young Green Heroes

The Mayor of West Devon, Cllr Lynn Daniel, has announced a new environment award for young people in the Borough.

24 August 2023

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We're joining forces to help solve Devon's housing crisis

We're joining forces with other organisations across Devon, to form a powerful voice to tackle the county's housing crisis.

12 July 2023

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Housing is a top priority for our new administration

We're developing our new priorities and ambitions for the next four years - and tackling the housing crisis is high on the agenda.

11 July 2023

Staff and councillors from West Devon Council photographed under a pride rainbow flag flying outside the offices at Kilworthy Park.

We're supporting Tavistock Pride

We're flying a Pride flag proudly outside our offices, to show support for this weekend's Tavistock Pride event and for the entire LGBTQ+ community across the Borough.

29 June 2023

A photograph of all 31 members of West Devon Borough Council, taken outside the offices at Kilworthy Park. In the centre of the group, The Mayor Cllr Lynn Daniel wears her full regalia.

Meet your new Council

We have announced our new appointments for the next twelve months at our second Full Council meeting since the local elections in May 2023.

28 June 2023

A photograph of the five directors at West Devon Borough Council, receiving an award. They are all smiling broadly and have their arms round each other's shoulders

Prestigious award for leading the way

It's gold for South Hams and West Devon! We're delighted to have won a prestigious MJ Achievement Award for the important work being done to make a difference in our communities.

26 June 2023