The trials and tribulations of Stagecoach
The operator makes amends for its “level of service”. . The press has been carrying good-news stories about Stagecoach. There was a pretty good offer… Read More »The trials and tribulations of Stagecoach
How ‘green’ is Exeter – and how ‘green’ will it continue to be? PART TWO
“This cautionary story is a reminder of the importance of examining the basis of public claims, especially when they are being made by politicians about… Read More »How ‘green’ is Exeter – and how ‘green’ will it continue to be? PART TWO
Of reindeer and the Sami way of life, 2022
Green industry is heading to Scandinavia’s far north. Fossil fuel-free steel and clean, green wind energy are in great demand but what does this rapid… Read More »Of reindeer and the Sami way of life, 2022
EXCLUSIVE: East Devon Local Plan: What is its housing target?
Cllr Dan Ledger, Chair of EDDC strategic planning: “The government enforces arbitrary housing numbers that district & unitary councils must follow otherwise we lose planning… Read More »EXCLUSIVE: East Devon Local Plan: What is its housing target?
East Devon Local Plan: What is its housing target now?
The Home Builders Federation has predicted a “complete collapse” in local plan making in response to Gove’s announcement. . Earlier this month, the District Council was on… Read More »East Devon Local Plan: What is its housing target now?
The lost wildlife of the Sid Valley
“Go back a hundred years & there was more wildlife in the Sid Valley.” “What is the potential for beaver re-establishment?” “The pine marten, a… Read More »The lost wildlife of the Sid Valley
Re-viewing Monbiot’s “Regenesis”
“If George’s vision comes to pass it will, contrary to his own aspirations, represent an alignment between progressive environmentalism and corporate-capitalist interests that will delay… Read More »Re-viewing Monbiot’s “Regenesis”
BREAKING: selling off the Sidford Business Park site
“Firstly, now that there does seem to be access, nevertheless, at the time the owners were claiming the Alexandria Industrial Estate was full.” “Secondly, the… Read More »BREAKING: selling off the Sidford Business Park site
Local help with the cost of living crisis
Leaflet created by Sid Valley Help and Sidmouth Town Council There are organisations that can provide advice and help for financial matters, others that can… Read More »Local help with the cost of living crisis
How effective are green home improvements?
“On average green homes sold for more than comparable homes without green technology.” . Is it worthwhile investing in green energy technologies on your home?… Read More »How effective are green home improvements?
BREAKING: East Devon confirmed by Housing Ombudsman as “worst performing authority in the country”
The District Council is named as having “excessively high” maladministration failures. “The physical condition of homes was the biggest reason for referrals to the watchdog.”… Read More »BREAKING: East Devon confirmed by Housing Ombudsman as “worst performing authority in the country”
New plans for working from home
“Is Dyson right in saying work from home makes firms less competitive?” . The UK’s second richest man and the richest person in the West… Read More »New plans for working from home
Knowle: a failure of promises on affordable housing
“Concerning the issue of affordable housing, the policy of the Local Plan sets out a target of 50% affordable housing for residential development in Sidmouth.”… Read More »Knowle: a failure of promises on affordable housing
How easy is it to see a doctor in Sidmouth?
“Sid Valley Practice is under ‘unprecedented pressure’, caused by doctors leaving during a national shortage of GPs.” It is more difficult to see a GP… Read More »How easy is it to see a doctor in Sidmouth?
How should we be using our land?
“All eyes will be on the government’s Land Use Framework for England.” . The District Council would like some feedback on its draft Local Plan… Read More »How should we be using our land?