With colder weather around the corner, Devon residents are saving thousands of pounds on their heating oil bills, thanks to a scheme delivered by the Community Council of Devon.
Using collective buying power, the Devon County Council -supported initiative is ensuring that the scheme’s members are getting the best prices for their fuel.
Its 272 members have bought approximately 264,000 litres of oil this year, paying typically 3 to 6 pence less per litre than the average price, saving them on average £45 per every 1,000 litres of oil. Collectively, they’ve saved over £11,500...
Communities affected by the devastating floods of the past few days have the chance to speak directly to local authorities and agencies at a series of drop-in sessions next week.
The events, organised by Devon County Council and the Environment Agency, with support from Teignbridge District Council, East Devon District Council, Mid Devon District Council and South West Water, will be an opportunity for residents and businesses to raise their concerns and explain the problems they encountered.
It will also give the Councils and the Environment Agency the...
Devon's position as the top recycling county in the UK is being celebrated this month to mark the 10 year anniversary of the Don't Let Devon go to waste campaign.
Devon enjoys a recycling rate of 55% (2010/11) making the county the highest recycler in the UK.
To celebrate its success and to thank the residents of Devon, the Devon Authorities Waste Reduction and Recycling Committee is hosting a special ceremony; The Recycle Devon Thank You awards.
The Committee would like residents to nominate those who they feel deserve a special thank you...
