The Plymouth and South Devon Freeport has the potential to benefit residents in the South Hams – that’s the conclusion of a thorough review into the risks and opportunities of the project.
A public inquiry is to be held at Follaton House in Totnes on Tuesday 5 December 2023 with the Planning Inspectorate. Fastglobe (Mastics) Limited appealed the decisions by South Hams District Council to refuse two applications to re-develop the former Dairy Crest Site in Totnes.
The ten-week public consultation on South Hams District Council’s Corporate Strategy renamed, the ‘Council Plan for 2024-2028’, has closed with 1,200 residents viewing the consultation.
The creation of Kingsbridge's brand-new skatepark will start on Monday 18 September. South Hams District Council, Kingsbridge Skatepark Community Group and Kingsbridge Town Council are delighted to confirm the good news.
We have welcomed the first tenants to our new commercial premises 'Schooner Court' at Batson Creek in Salcombe. As part of our ambitions to help support and sustain the local marine economy, we have invested £1.28 million in the development of five new commercial units.
Kingsbridge in Bloom, Kingsbridge Town Council and our Garden's team are once again celebrating. We have once again received another coveted Green Flag Award to add to our collection for the Recreation Ground.
We are working with partners and industry experts to explore how we can use electric power on our waters to help tackle climate change. In our drive to reduce our local carbon footprint, we are working with the local marine sector to identify opportunities which protect the natural environment.
A new simplified online reporting system will support residents complaining about delays in resolving problems, helping you to take action if your property suffers from damp, mould or disrepair.
With the cost of living crisis still biting for many residents across the District, we are looking at more ways to get support to those who need it through the Household Support Fund.
Climate change and biodiversity issues are high on the agenda for the new administration at South Hams District Council, with a pledge of £40,000 to support the work of Sustainable South Hams and the formation of a new council advisory panel for climate matters.
