Sidmouth – around 196 homes comprising a large allocation west of Woolbrook Road and a series of smaller scale allocations to the north and west… Read More »Draft Local Plan proposes new housing

“Given the enormous potential for community energy to help avert the devastation of climate change and alleviate the desperation of fuel poverty. We must push for… Read More »Local Electricity Bill: “key to unblocking community energy”

Reasons given for the refusal by the committee… . Ten days ago, it was reported that, after years of stating its intention, Aggregate Industries had… Read More »Plans for a 150-acre quarry near Ottery rejected

… with a wonderful eco-friendly Christmas gift guide. . We can enjoy the festive spirit whilst doing our bit for the planet – as suggested… Read More »Have yourself a green and resourceful Christmas

… for example: prepare your own meals! . Several councils are encouraging us to stay healthy over the festive season – with tips to manage… Read More »Have yourself a healthy Christmas

“We need more woodland in Britain.” A step-by-step ‘reforesting’ toolkit has been launched to guide everyone wishing to plant trees in Devon. The launch of… Read More »It’s Tree Week!

Homelessness in rural areas has more than doubled in the last two years . In a piece out today, the Big Issue reminds us that its Stop… Read More »Homelessness in the South West

The post-Covid demand for flexible working and better work life balance. . The ‘future of work’ is very much up for grabs in these pandemic/post-pandemic… Read More »The ‘great resignation’ and the future of work

“Low level changes and green technology will be our way forward.” . For a little provocative and intelligent entertainment: Stand-up comedians Konstantin Kisin (@konstantinkisin) and… Read More »“Climate change: no need to panic?”

In Devon, a county known for having one of the highest proportions of older people among its population, the need for more care workers is… Read More »“The care sector is desperately short of workers”

“Shopping locally contributes to the local economy and ensures the longevity of a thriving and diverse high street with greater choice for shoppers.” “You can… Read More »Have yourself a local Christmas

But, actually, people want a ‘green future’. “Over half of Brits (56%) agree that helping the environment via sustainable initiatives is the single most important… Read More »Beware the promises of flying taxis

Towns, cities and regions are increasingly giving their inhabitants a voice on local matters by asking them how to spend municipal budgets and engaging them… Read More »New times: new ideas: Participatory Budgeting

Decision day for contentious quarry application: “As planning applications go, this one features such a wealth of shortcomings and unanswered questions.” . To build housing… Read More »Applying for a 150-acre quarry near Ottery

“Recycling our land: the state of brownfield 2021” . We don’t have to build new housing on green field – as there are plenty of… Read More »Build back browner