On 20 November 2024, North Devon Council adopted a No-Casino Resolution under Section 166 of the Gambling Act 2005. Whilst legislation currently precludes a casino application being granted in North Devon, this decision approved by Full Council, goes further in setting the council’s stance. No applications to open a new casino in North Devon will be considered or granted even if legislative amendments take effect. 

North Devon and Torridge district councils are continuing to meet targets for housing land supply, according to an updated report.

Public open space at Seven Brethren in Barnstaple is set to be improved thanks to a £65,000 funding injection.

As Christmas draws near, North Devon Council is advising residents to prepare for changes to waste and recycling collection schedules. These changes will be in place from Monday 23 December through to Friday 3 January, with regular services resuming on Monday 6 January 2025.

Flourishing Barnstaple is delighted to unveil its exciting line-up of festive entertainment, designed to bring holiday cheer to the whole community.

An Ilfracombe man has been fined and given a Criminal Behaviour Order at court following repeated antisocial behaviour and breaches of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in Ilfracombe.

North Devon residents are being invited to have their say on measures to combat antisocial behaviour in Barnstaple Pannier Market.

Fiona Henderson has joined North Devon Plus, the business support partner for Torridge and North Devon councils as the Clean Maritime and Green Energy Officer.

This festive season, Flourishing Barnstaple has partnered with local venues and workshop providers to create a comprehensive guide to Christmas events happening across the town. The festive events booklet, which details nearly 100 activities, is a must-have for anyone looking to make the most of the holiday season in Barnstaple.

Rough sleepers in North Devon are to receive additional support through the colder months, thanks to funding allocations given by the government to local authorities identified as facing the greatest pressures in winter 2024-25.