News

South Hams joins forces in its drive for cleaner waters
South Hams will soon be joining a network of marinas and harbours which provide electric charging points, as we join forces with partners to help deliver the Electric Seaway Project.

Locks Hill Statement
Following complaints about noise and dust from the activities taking place on the Locks Hill/Garden Mill site in Kingsbridge, please read our latest statement.
Meet Your New Council
We have announced our new Council structure for the next four-year term at our Annual Council meeting which took place today, 25 May 2023.

Family Fun 'Pedal Power' is Coming to Ivybridge
An exciting free, fun-filled cycle activity day for the whole family is being held in Ivybridge on Saturday 1 July.

Elections results have been declared
The results of the local elections at South Hams District Council have been declared.

The South Hams gets ready for the local elections
With the days counting down until the district turns out to vote, South Hams District Council is working to ensure everything is ready ahead of the local elections on 4 May.

Enjoy swimming safely as we welcome the holiday season
Safe swimming at Salcombe, and around South Hams beaches, is a key message for South Hams District Council, as the weather begins to warm up and the busy holiday season gets underway.

South Hams continues to stand with Ukraine one year on
Today (24 February 2023) marks one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Council invites the South Hams community to join them in the national one minute's silence at 11.am to reflect and pay tribute to the bravery of the Ukrainian people around the world.

First Freeport tenant lands multi-million pound contract and delivers new jobs to Plymouth
Just two months after being given the green light by government, the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport is celebrating its first private sector investment announcement as Devonport-based Babcock secures a multi-million pound contract in partnership with Devon defence vehicle designer and manufacturer Supacat.

Does the South Hams need more car charging points?
A survey is being launched to find out what residents of the South Hams think of the number of electric car charging points across the district.