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Holiday football camps prove to be a success. More than 45 budding David Beckhams enjoyed summer camp events recently, when Langsford Park in Tavistock hosted two half-day programmes of soccer-related activities for children under the age of eight.
Ensure you have a vote at the next election. With a local Election in May next year, and a possible Referendum on changing the voting system for electing MPs to the UK Parliament, now's the time to ensure you are registered to vote.
More money in your pocket. Age Concern Devon will be showcasing their services at West Devon Connect's regular drop in outreach sessions during September.
New improved recycling and waste collections service starts in autumn 2010. New improved recycling and waste collection services for all West Devon residents begin within the next few weeks.
South Hams and West Devon in National Top 20 for Excellent Reputation. Two Devon councils who have saved council tax payers more than £1.5 million by sharing their services are among the top 20 local authorities in the country with an excellent reputation, a new report has revealed.
Community day in its third year in Tavistock. Tavistock's annual community day, which takes place in the town's Bedford Square on Saturday September 4, is shaping up to rival last year's bumper event.
Junior Life Skills 2010. IT'S fun, it's free and it could help save lives! Ten and 11 year olds from nearly 30 primary schools in West Devon will have the time of their lives when they take part in an action-packed day they'll never forget at this year's Junior Life Skills event in September.
Making space for play - even when it's raining! Despite the heavy rain and a last minute change of venues, this year's National Play Day celebrations in West Devon went off brilliantly. Over 150 children in Tavistock and 250 in Okehampton turned out to take part in the free play activities coordinated by the West Devon Play Forum.
New litter and dog bins, thanks to partnership working. Increasing public access in and around the College area of Tavistock has prompted a partnership project to help keep the neighbourhood clean and tidy for everyone.
Clean up for Park 'Moat'. The water feature, commonly known as the moat, situated in The Meadows and adjacent to Meadowlands Leisure Pool, has recently been given a new lease of life by the Tavistock Task Force.
Recycling and Refuse collections from Autumn 2010
Our NEW Recycling and Refuse Service will begin during the Autumn.
The new service will allow you to recycle more materials which you have specifically asked for including plastic bottles, batteries, garden, and food waste. All residents will receive a leaflet through the post detailing the changes in late Summer. If you have any queries in the meantime please contact us.
Holiday Arrangements for Refuse and Recycling Collections
Revised arrangements for Summer Bank Holiday 2010
Love Food, Hate Waste
National research has indicated that we throw out, on average, up to £50 worth of good food every month. That's around £600 a year which could be put to better use.
Devon Games To Inspire 2010 - West Devon Team Photos
Devon Games to Inspire was hosted by West Devon Borough Council, and among the VIP guests attending was Olympic silver medalist and British modern pentathlete Heather Fell who presented the trophies to the winning team - West Devon.
Here are pictures of the Devon Games To Inspire 2010.
Tackling Anti Social Behaviour - Our Pledge to You
The South Devon and Dartmoor Community Safety Partnership recognises that anti-social behaviour is a serious problem that affects the quality of life of individuals, families and communities. The South Devon and Dartmoor Community Safety Partnership includes your local Police, District Council, Fire Service, Probation Service, Health and Youth/Education services. We have the skills and resources to support you in both tackling and solving issues in your area.
Website Translation Service
This website can be translated into various languages by using the free service provided by Google.
29/07/10 - New shared chief executive announced for West Devon and South Hams Councils
South Hams District and West Devon Borough Councils have named the successful candidate chosen to succeed their shared chief executive David Incoll who will be retiring later this year.
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Housing Options Survey
Want to tell us what you think? The Devon Housing Options Partnership is keen to hear what you think about the Housing Option Services provided by the local authorities in Devon.
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Increase in Level of Small Business Rate Relief
This is important news that could benefit your business. The Government is introducing a temporary increase in the level of Small Business Rate Relief (SBRR) available to eligible businesses. These changes will come into effect in October 2010. Meanwhile, you should ensure that you continue to pay your existing business rates bill.
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Support and Guidance in the Current Economic Climate.
West Devon Borough Council have prepared some support and guidance notes to assist people in West Devon during the current economic climate.
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Conference Facilities
Tavistock's, Kilworthy Park, new State of the Art Conference Suite and meeting rooms are an ideal venue for hosting events ranging from small meetings and training seminars to large exhibitions and Conferences on the fringe of Dartmoor.
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