South Devon News
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Winter parking promotion to return this festive season in Torbay!
Torbay Council are pleased to be able to offer the ‘Pay for an hour, stay for the day’ winter parking promotion once again this year.
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Torbay Councils Full Proposal for Local Government Reorganisation Published Ahead of Key Council Meetings
Torbay Council have today published our full proposal for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), marking a significant step forward in the process to explore how local services could be delivered in Torbay.
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Restoration Underway for Historic Clock at Old Maids Perch
A cherished local landmark is being brought back to life as restoration works are now underway on the historic clock of Old Maids Perch on Torquay seafront.
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Police appeal for help in locating wanted Torquay man
Police are asking for your help as part of their ongoing enquiries to find 47-year-old Christopher Tribble, from Torquay, who is wanted on recall to prison.
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Paignton monastery campaigners pledge ‘it’s not over’ despite rebuff
A campaign to turn a former monastery in Paignton into a community centre looks likely to end in disappointment next week (November 18).
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Police appeal for information to locate wanted Torquay woman
We are appealing for information to help locate a 27-year-old wanted woman from Torquay.
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Police appeal for information on Wanted South Devon woman
Police are asking for help to find Remi Curtis, who was originally convicted of inflicting grievous bodily harm, possession of an offensive weapon and theft, and has had her licence revoked.
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Councillors give greenlight to new secure children’s home, subject to DfE funding
Devon County Council has completed a feasibility study to rebuild a new secure children’s home at an out-of-town location in South Devon.
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Torquay wins gold at National Britain in Bloom Awards
Torquay received national recognition last week, proudly winning a gold award in the Small City and City category at the prestigious Britain in Bloom Awards.
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‘Dramatic improvement’ paves the way for Paignton homes go-ahead
Fresh plans for a controversial housing scheme on the outskirts of Paignton have been described as ‘fantastic’
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Bold new Place Vision for Paignton that connects funding and development opportunities
In collaboration with its Regeneration Partners Willmott Dixon and Milligan, Torbay Council have unveiled the Place Vision for Paignton — a strategic blueprint designed to unlock targeted opportunities for both public and private sector investment.
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Green light for cottage in historic Torquay garden
A developer with plans for a new cottage in a historic walled garden in Torquay has been given the green light to go ahead.
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Torbay ‘let down’ by Plymouth and Exeter over council shake-up plans
A leading Torbay councillor has said the bay has been ‘let down’ by the leaders of Exeter and Plymouth city councils as Devon prepares for the biggest shake-up in local government in 50 years.
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Further £2.367 million investment to improve safety across Torbay Hospital sites
Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust are pleased to share that they have secured an additional £2.367 million from the Estates Safety Fund to reduce critical infrastructure risks at Torbay Hospital.
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Torbay celebrates Care Leavers Month
Throughout November, Torbay Council be celebrating National Care Leavers Month.
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How Occombe Farm nearly became a golf course – complete with houses
With Occombe Farm closed following the demise of the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, thoughts are turning to what might happen to the 150 acres of prime farmland that surrounds it.
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Bidding war over vulnerable children is costing Torbay millions
Torbay’s most vulnerable children are ‘at the mercy of the market’ when it comes to finding the care they need.
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Pizzazz’ missing from vision of Paignton’s future
A far-reaching ‘vision’ for the future of Paignton has been endorsed by Torbay’s decision-makers despite one councillor saying it lacks “pizzazz”.
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Grants available for Torbay's town centre retail businesses and start-ups as the Torbay Enterprise Fund reopens
Following the successful launch of the Torbay Enterprise Fund in September, Torbay Council are pleased to announce that the fund will reopen for a second round of applications from local businesses on Monday 10 November.
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Deadlock over Torbay’s future in local councils shake-up
Torbay’s choice on the future make-up of its local council remains uncertain after an influential committee reached deadlock over the issue.
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Still time for 12-15 year olds to have their say on life in Torbay
There is still time for 12-15 year olds to have their say about growing up in Torbay.
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Green spaces trust targets Torbay Council in parting shot
Torbay Council has come under fire for the way it handled the demise of the trust that manages dozens of the bay’s precious green spaces.
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Remembrance Services across Torbay to mark Armistice Day
Remembrance Services and Ceremonies will take place across Torbay on Sunday 9 November and Tuesday 11 November.
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Paignton green field homes plan set for go-ahead
Planners deciding the future of a controversial housing scheme on the outskirts of Paignton have been warned that it could create a ‘significant safety risk’.
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New phase in battle for Torquay ‘living monument’ site
The latest round in a ferocious battle for the future of a historic walled garden in Torquay will be played out in front of Torbay Council’s planning committee next week.
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20mph zones around Torbay schools
As the mornings and evenings grow darker, Torbay Council are reminding all road users to be aware of the new 20mph school zones now in effect.
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An open letter to the people of Torbay and South Devon from the Chief Executive of the Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust
The Chief Executive of the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, has written an open letter to residents about the cardiology services at Torbay Hospital and their commitment to you.
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From Saturday 1 November, reduced off season parking charges will be introduced at Fleet Walk car park in Torquay
The introduction of reduced parking prices between 1 November and 30 April is part of a new, simplified seasonal flat rate tariff structure at the car park, which will replace the separate day and night-time charges currently in place.
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More frontline officers trained to detect drug driving
Extra frontline police officers in South Devon have recently been trained to test drivers for drugs to keep local communities safe.

