Category: News

The Easter bank holiday weekend is approaching and North Devon Council is reminding residents to check when to put their waste and recycling out for collection. There will be no waste or recycling collections on Good Friday (10 April). Collections due that day will be made on Saturday 11 April instead. All waste and recycling…

We’ve started the week today by welcoming the first cohort of trainees for the new Healthcare Assistant roles. Welcome all! These positions will provide essential support to health and social care providers. More than 600 people have registered so far, and with more to follow we hope. We’ve also taken a decision to increase the…

Local holiday accommodation businesses are being warned that they risk prosecution if they encourage tourists to visit them during Easter and throughout the lockdown period. The guidance from the government is clear: all holiday accommodation including hotels, hostels, bed and breakfasts, holiday homes, campsites and caravan parks must cease to carry on that business during…

We are working in extraordinary times at the moment, but we wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that, at the Rural Services Network, our staff are all working remotely and are still here to provide services to you. We’ve been taking some time to reflect on how life is different now to…

A message from our Chief Executive and Leader As we all adjust to the changes in the way we live our lives because of coronavirus (COVID-19), colleagues from all Devon County Council services are working round the clock to make sure you continue to receive vital services. We are immensely proud of the dedication and…

Rate Relief District Councils are in he process of applying the rate relief for eligible retail, hospitality and leisure businesses and there is no need for you to take action at this stage. Grants for small businesses and retail, hospitality and leisure businesses The District Councils are also responsible for distributing the cash grants provided…

We’ve been busy over the weekend to ensure our response to coronavirus (COVID-19) continues at pace. All our staff and colleagues across partner organisations are working hard to make sure we are doing the very best to keep the people of Devon safe, healthy and connected during these difficult times. In this update: Latest school…

Important information for vulnerable utility customers Utility Companies providing Gas, Electricity and Water all keep Priority Services Registers, this is a free service provided by suppliers and network operators and each maintain their own register. These registers are lists of their most vulnerable customers, so… Rural Response – Emergency Grants Programme The Prince’s Countryside Fund…