Devon News from Thursday, November 13th, 2025
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Near £8m overspend predicted by Devon council even with spending discipline
A Devon council is predicting it will overspend by nearly £8 million this year as government grant cuts and spending pressures in key services combine.
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Devon secures help from education czar for inclusion push
An education czar who specialises in inclusion will help Devon push forward with its bid to schools reform efforts.
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Flu vaccine providing important protection this season
The UK Health Security Agencies' early season data shows vaccination remains best defence alongside good respiratory hygiene as flu activity rises
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West of England Line timetable set to be restored on Saturday 29 November
South Western Railway and Network Rail are set to restore the full West of England Line timetable on Saturday 29 November. A reduced service has operated since August due to the UK’s driest ever spring and summer, which affected track conditions from Yeovil to Exeter
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£2M Nature Recovery Fund applications open
A £2m Nature Recovery Fund created by South West Water to support local community groups with a focus on the environment is now open for applications.
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Bus improvements are just the ticket
Funding support for zero emission buses across Devon and improvements to bus travel in Newton Abbot have been approved by Devon County Council.

