“Better for apprenticeship achievements, healthy life expectancy and life satisfaction“ “Worse for median weekly pay, employment rate and gross disposable household income” [Office for National Statistics] In… Read More »The state of East Devon’s economy
“Spot the affordable housing.” . Back in December, there were new owners at Knowle – with new ideas: Knowle: new developer, new plans: new analysis –… Read More »BREAKING: Knowle: new planning application
“A regional skills gap in tech-driven sectors means innovative companies in the area arre struggling to fill roles” [Heart of the South West Local Enterprise… Read More »‘Skills gap in the South West’
“We need constructive debate about government innovation, to learn from others around the world and to foster a culture of openness and experimentation.” [LocalGov.co.uk] .… Read More »Digital democracy in East Devon
“The South West continues to have a very attractive and viable proposition, particularly in the blue and green economy, including marine, energy and renewables to… Read More »Is the South West being ‘overlooked’?
Saturday 20th May “Driftwood and Thrift” . The VGS will be at this year’s SeaFest – again showcasing its ongoing projects, latest ideas and other… Read More »VGS @ SeaFest 2023
“There are several businesses that sadly are up for sale in the high street.” [Vince Page, Sidmouth Herald] “The overall level of positive sentiment [in… Read More »Are Sidmouth and the South West good places to work and to do business?
“In a de-natured countryside, it is pertinent to ask whether the greater good of the environment is really served by channelling so much conservation money… Read More »The case against the reintroduction of beavers
“To raise awareness of the planetary value of trees everywhere and also to show a film with a serious feel-good factor.” [Word Forest Organisation] .… Read More »#TreesAreTheKey film comes to Sidmouth
More than 100 mature trees have been cut down in the centre of Plymouth in a move campaigners said was reminiscent of the needless felling… Read More »Stop the chop: looking after our mature urban trees
What are the levels of poverty hidden in the Sid Valley? “Independent research shows rural areas are suffering more acutely from the cost of living crisis compared… Read More »Fill in the Rural Cost of Living household survey
Local meats… fresh vegetables… honey and preserves “Calling all local traders of fresh produce! If you, or someone you know, might be interested in booking… Read More »Roll up! Roll up! Farmers’ Market returns to Kennaway House – Friday 17th March
“If the Environment Agency find the case sound, they will then give us the money for us to be able to do final design work… Read More »Beach Management Plan: the Draft Outline Business Case
“Making a new car creates as much carbon pollution as driving it, so it’s often better to keep your old banger on the road than… Read More »How ‘green’ are electric vehicles?
“Holidaymakers can opt for accommodation that doesn’t exacerbate the housing shortage, such as renting a room in an owner’s home, rather than a whole flat… Read More »A solution to our rural housing crisis: responsible tourism