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Bluetongue Outbreak
04-08-2026 13:25 Some information relating to the Bluetongue Outbreak  Bluetongue is a notifiable disease affecting ruminants (like cattle, sheep, goats and deer) and camelids (like alpacas and llamas) - it does not ...
Government announces four new unitary councils for Devon
04-08-2026 13:20 ** CURRENTLY ON HOLD PENDING REVIEW **   The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Devon.   From 1 April 2028...
Stakeholder Update 1: NDDH birth services temporary changes
29-07-2026 20:54 Notification of potential and temporary suspension of births at North Devon District Hospital   Following a review of medical staffing levels and professional advice from clinical leaders, the Royal...
Westward Ho! beach receives the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Award for the 23rd consecutive year!
12-06-2026 14:54 Westward Ho! beach has once again secured both the Blue Flag and Seaside Award for the 2026 summer season. This marks an outstanding 23 consecutive years of achieving Blue Flag status.   The Blue Fl...
New £453,000 funding scheme launches in Torridge to help people facing financial crisis
30-04-2026 22:29 Torridge District Council has announced that a new scheme has been launched in Torridge to help people in financial crisis.  The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) which will open on Monday 27 April, wi...
Dog Restrictions Return to Sections of Westward Ho! Beach from 1st May 2026
30-04-2026 22:24 As the days grow longer and the weather improves, many residents and visitors will be looking forward to spending more time outdoors, including trips to the beach. With this in mind, Torridge District...