Published: 6 Mar 24
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There will be a defibrillator training session in Brixton Community Room on Wednesday 15th May between 7 - 9 pm All Welcome Read More...
Published: 2 Mar 24
Egg-citing holiday activities for Easter; LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week and which walking and cycling routes do you think should be the priority? Read More...
The cycle route from Fordbrook, Brixton to Dawes Lane, Elburton will be closed from 11th March for one week to enable essential tree work to be undertaken. There is an alternative route available for walkers and cyclists using the minor roads network as indicated on the attached map with black crosses. Signs will be erected at either end of the route and local businesses near the cycle route advised of the closure. Read More...
There are vacancies for two co-opted members on Brixton Parish Council. Read More...
Published: 23 Feb 24
Families invited to help shape future support services; reducing food waste can save you money and have you thought about becoming a childminder? Read More...
Published: 16 Feb 24
Let's talk about alcohol in public spaces Read More...
Garden waste service subscriptions now open in the South Hams Read More...
We are helping to support our residents Read More...
Published: 15 Feb 24
We've balanced our budget and are supporting our residents Read More...
Published: 9 Feb 24
Boost for roads and homelessness budget; making progress with our SEND improvement plans and preventing serious violence strategy launched Read More...
Published: 27 Jan 24
Devolved powers and funding proposed for Devon and Torbay Read More...
Published: 19 Jan 24
Storm Isha is on its way; Look twice, save a life; Have your say on a new transport strategy for the region and Check your eligibility for energy bill discount Read More...
Published: 6 Jan 24
New Year's resolutions; Storm Henk blows canopy off footbridge; Care-experience young people helping to improve services; Funding available to help set up community reading spaces; Cold weather ahead and The Flock That Rock Read More...
Published: 16 Dec 23
Don’t let Christmas go to waste; road repair schemes to benefit from extra funding and number of Devon children receiving school holiday food support continues to rise Read More...
Published: 12 Dec 23
Black Friday warning from Trading Standards; Sand art conveys serious message; Have you considered a career in childcare?; FREE tree packs available; and quality mark recognises best practice by Adopt South West Read More...
Published: 8 Dec 23
Keeping 'Positivitree'; Help for hotel owners to realise their vision; New temporary home found for library; and what to do if your child is unwell this winter Read More...
Published: 1 Dec 23
Widespread cold and frost...and a little snow!; Plans announced for Family Hubs; Christmas hampers for our care experienced young people; Learn Devon's 'good' say Ofsted; and vaccination take-up ahead of Christmas celebrations Read More...
Published: 18 Nov 23
Government gives green light to finalising a Devon and Torbay Devolution Deal; New roads funding will help tackle repair backlog and Royal recognition for Devon’s top volunteer groups Read More...
Published: 11 Nov 23
Beware of rogue traders if your house was damaged by Storm Ciarán; New drive to create bespoke community libraries and a Poppy Appeal message from our Chair Read More...
Published: 4 Nov 23
Storm Ciarán sweeps through Devon; FREE blood pressure checks at Exeter Chiefs this Sunday; Care leaver becomes Chair of the South Bank Centre; New stop smoking service launched; and Bonfire Night safety advice Read More...
Published: 28 Oct 23
Halloween horrors to avoid and the scary truth about pumpkins! Read More...
Published: 20 Oct 23
Every year we ask our communities and businesses about the level of precept (council tax contribution) for the fire and rescue service. This consultation is open now until midday on 30 November. Read More...
Are you struggling to have enough money to live on? Read More...
Have your say on Council Tax support Read More...
We are reviewing our properties to reduce costs; when you stop smoking, good things start to happen and Devon's children have been getting ‘Farmwise’ for 10 years Read More...
Dog Control Consultation - Have Your Say Read More...
Published: 30 Sep 23
We’re investing in specialist educational provision in local communities; local children send anti-smoking message to grown-ups and engagement events to be held for communities hit by flash floods Read More...
Published: 21 Sep 23
District Council invests in more housing Read More...
Plans Shape Up For Future Talks Read More...
District Council finances are in a good position moving forwards Read More...
Consultation Agreed for Support Scheme for Vulnerable Residents Read More...
Council working to improve frontline services for residents Read More...
Published: 15 Sep 23
Where's your nearest community fridge? New pilot will bring accommodation for care leavers; Improving services for children with SEND; Apply now for secondary school places Read More...
Published: 8 Sep 23
Help and advice about what's next after exams! Here are some options for people receiving their A-Level, BTECs, and GCSE results Read More...
Autumn term is coming... are you ready? Read More...
New family structure is helping foster carers; Exeter's historic Iron Bridge; Making it safer to walk to school; Support for farmers; and a section of the Exe Estuary to close for repairs Read More...
Published: 19 Aug 23
Congratulations on exam results, and next steps with our Work Hub; Investment scam warning; New powers to ease congestion; and the winter vomiting bug, in August! Read More...
Published: 12 Aug 23
Helping children aspire to reach their potential; Pause on plans to stop support for homelessness; Understanding healthy relationships; Childcare availability in Devon; COVID-19 booster; and Let's Talk Teenagers Read More...
Published: 5 Aug 23
Caught exceeding the speed limit; Coronavirus cases rise slightly in the South West; Active Streets trial starts in Exeter; Broken things fixed at The BIG FIX; and ready for coworking? Read More...
Published: 8 Jul 23
My Place, My Views Results Are In Read More...
Published: 7 Jul 23
Testing find 56 per cent of sandwich bars in breach of new allergen law; Marsh Barton Station opened by Transport Secretary and our libraries prepare for a summer of fun! Read More...
Published: 30 Jun 23
Beware of cheap toys that could contain harmful chemicals; we're celebrating young people helped into education, employment or training and could you be better off drinking less? Read More...
Published: 23 Jun 23
Devon celebrates Windrush anniversary; Marsh Barton train station opening; more skills bootcamps launched; library Work Clubs helping refugees, and Government plans to scrap DIY waste charges Read More...
Published: 17 Jun 23
Free activities and meals available to eligible children over the school summer holiday; How does Devon adapt to a warming world and Let's talk about loneliness Read More...
Published: 15 Jun 23
South Hams joins forces in its drive for cleaner waters Read More...
Published: 10 Jun 23
Amber alert issued for this weekend; We're back in black; love to ride your recycled cycle and more funding available to help with the cost of living Read More...
Published: 25 May 23
SHDC have announced the new Council structure for the next four-year term at our Annual Council meeting which took place today, 25 May 2023. Read More...
Published: 9 May 23
Election of a District Councillor for Wembury & Brixton on Thursday 4th May 2023 Read More...
Election of Parish Councillors for Brixton Parish Council Thursday 4th May 2023 Read More...
Published: 29 Apr 23
Is your child up-to-date with their vaccinations? Repair cafes go BIG next month; Let's get out for Naturally Healthy May; Improved mental health support; and insulation warning from Trading Standards Read More...
Published: 20 Apr 23
Planned events in Brixton Read More...
Published: 17 Apr 23
South Hams District Council Election of District Councillors for Wembury & Brixton Read More...
South Hams District Council Election of Parish Councillors The following is a statement of the persons nominated for election as a Parish Councillor for Brixton Parish Council Read More...
Published: 24 Mar 23
SHDC - Election of District Councillors Read More...
Published: 23 Mar 23
SHDC - Election of Parish Councillors Read More...
Published: 21 Mar 23
March 2023 Newsletter Read More...
Published: 17 Mar 23
Devolution deal for Devon, Plymouth and Torbay gets closer; Support to help with rising costs of living; Rein in your speed for horses; More money announced for roads; and help keep Devon clean this Spring Read More...
Published: 16 Mar 23
BRIXTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Vacancy for Booking Clerk Brixton Community Association Committee is looking for a volunteer to take on the role of booking clerk. Read More...
Published: 13 Mar 23
The next scheduled elections will be the full District/Borough and Town and Parish Elections on Thursday, 4 May 2023. Read More...
Published: 2 Mar 23
Do you have the right photo ID to vote in May? Read More...
Published: 17 Feb 23
Does the South Hams need more car charging points? Read More...
Vulnerable children and adults set to benefit from new budget; a fond-farewell and a warm welcome and volunteering for The Big Help Out! Read More...
River Yealm Harbour Authority Annual General Meeting will be held at 1800hrs on Thursday 20th April 2023 in Village Hall Noss Mayo. All Welcome Read More...
Published: 16 Feb 23
District Council balances its budget while continuing to support South Hams residents Read More...
District Council votes to adopt 100% Council Tax Premium on Second Homes Read More...
Support On its Way for Over 1,200 South Hams' Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Businesses Read More...
Published: 10 Feb 23
More funding for vulnerable children and adults, We're listening, Let's connect for children's mental health week, celebrating apprenticeships, Unclaimed energy vouchers, and it's nearly half-term week Read More...
Published: 3 Feb 23
News Round Up from South Hams District Council Read More...
Coronation streets; Funding to tackle cost-of-living crisis; Cycling improvements; Toxic mould and more Read More...
Published: 27 Jan 23
Become a District Councillor at South Hams and Make a Difference for the Future Read More...
2023/24 Budget Proposals - Have Your Say Read More...
Support for families as food poverty rises; our Public Health Nursing service gets glowing report and from home to growing business communities with Devon Work Hubs Read More...
Council using funds to support households in the South Hams Read More...
Published: 24 Jan 23
Get Ready For Winter Read More...
Published: 17 Jan 23
Highways information for your community during severe weather Read More...
Published: 9 Jan 23
Residents encouraged to sign up now for March garden waste collections Read More...
Published: 6 Jan 23
Keep your new year's resolution; Free support for parents and carers of pre-teens; back to school health advice; New budget to safeguard social care and children's services; and more Read More...
Published: 21 Dec 22
Cost of Living Help and Guidance Christmas Read More...
You snow the drill... It's our tree-mendous festive round-up of everything yule need to know! Read More...
Published: 19 Dec 22
Letter from Sherford Consortium regarding Stamps Hill / Red Lion road closure from 3rd January 2023 Read More...
Published: 16 Dec 22
The secret that could help you save on childcare costs; Check your inbox for FREE school meal vouchers; and Happy Families, Happy Futures Read More...
Cost of Living Help and Guidance Read More...
Published: 10 Dec 22
Let's keep warm this weekend; how to check if toys are safe this Christmas and we confirm the appointment of our new Chief Executive Read More...
Ready, spready, go! Read More...
Thousands sign up for South Hams Garden Waste Subscriptions Read More...
Published: 18 Nov 22
Our reaction to yesterday's Autumn Statement and the John Lewis Christmas advert! Read More...
Published: 11 Nov 22
Devon Remembers; Just one in five councils feel confident financially; More help for households during cost of living crisis; Views welcome on draft EV Charging Strategy; and we have award winning Social Workers Read More...
Health and Wellbeing in South Hams Read More...
Published: 10 Nov 22
Cost of Living - Help and Guidance Read More...
Published: 8 Nov 22
National recruitment campaign for Plymouth and South Devon Freeport launches Read More...
Published: 17 Oct 22
Garden waste collections to end by 31 October Read More...
Published: 30 Sep 22
Libraries open doors to support locals this winter; pilot extended to give more unpaid carers access to leisure centres; and Trading Standards warn to look out for scammers Read More...
Brixton Parish Council invites residents to a consultation event at Brixton Community Room adjacent to St Mary’s School on Thursday 6th October between 5.30pm and 9 pm and Saturday 8th October between 10am and 1 pm Read More...
Published: 22 Sep 22
Cost of Living Help and Advice Read More...
Garden waste collection subscription service will go ahead in South Hams Read More...
Published: 6 Sep 22
Published: 7 Jun 22
Brixton Parish Council have a vacancy for a co-opted member to represent Brixton Parish Council on the Board of Directors for The Sherford Community Land Trust. Read More...