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New housing support for communities

In our drive to tackle the housing crisis, we have launched the South Hams Housing Offer, which will help local communities deliver more affordable homes in their area.

7 February 2024
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District Council supporting the community

South Hams District Council’s Executive has set out the Council’s priorities for the next four years in response to the challenges and opportunities faced by communities across the District.

26 January 2024
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Temporary Changes to Dartmouth’s Ferry Services

Those in Dartmouth looking to travel across the River Dart by car are being asked to plan ahead as there will only be a single car ferry service in operation from Monday 29 January.

22 January 2024
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Changes to Dartmouth Lower Ferry service

Despite best laid plans to trial a two-float service for the entire festive period, Dartmouth Lower Ferry will now unfortunately have to reduce to one float for the last few days over New Year. This will happen from Sunday 28 December and continue for five weeks.

18 December 2023