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Three months after big changes to waste and recycling collections in the South Hams were rolled out, the service has been declared a success.

Vulnerable residents and war pensioners and widow(er)s could soon receive extra financial support paying their rent after our Executive granted approval for two policies which offer financial aid.

We have a new award which will celebrate community heroes who go above and beyond to help local people every day.

As part of New Homes Week we are shining a spotlight on what we doing to tackle the housing crisis.

We have formally adopted our Council Plan for 2024-2028 along with the supporting delivery plan for the first year.

South Hams residents can now sign up to or renew their subscription for the district’s garden waste collection service.

Despite very challenging financial circumstances due to the economic climate our Full Council heard agreed proposals for how we would set a balanced budget for 2024/2025.

What do you think about people drinking in public spaces in your local town? We would like residents’ thoughts on Public Space Protection Orders for specific areas within five towns which are due for renewal on Sunday 14 July.

Plymouth Community Homes will be delivering brand new affordable homes in Salcombe after securing a range of flats and one, two and three bedroom houses.

Due to extended maintenance works, the Dartmouth Lower Ferry will continue to operate a single service this February. Its usual double ferry service will now restart on Tuesday 27 February.