Devon County Council

02/06/2026

Devon County Council’s Leader today (Tuesday 2 June) has said that the privatised water industry is not fit for purpose, that it’s broken, and that the public are suffering as a result of it. Read more https://orlo.uk/2NhM8

02/06/2026

This year marks 20 years of Bikeability cycle training in Devon, and it’s a double celebration as we've been awarded just over £1.3 million from Active Travel England to continue delivering the training over the next three years.

This latest funding will support cycle training for around 9,000 children each year.

Since delivering the first Bikeability training sessions in 2006 more than 129,000 children in Devon have taken part in the scheme.

Read more here ➡️ https://orlo.uk/4j4kL

02/06/2026

This summer, agencies such as Blue Light Services, Councils, Coastguard, Environment Agency, UKHSA, NHS and many others are working together across Devon and Cornwall to help keep our communities and visitors safe.

From visible patrols to health advice and emergency support, we’re here to help you enjoy everything our counties have to offer.

Keep an eye out on our pages as we will all be sharing ways you can look after your wellbeing and safety over the summer.

01/06/2026

The number of people killed or seriously injured on Devon and Cornwall’s roads has dropped to the lowest ever level in recent reporting history, new figures reveal.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/NSR68

01/06/2026

👏 Congratulations to our Transport Planning Team for winning the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion award at this year’s Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation South West Awards! The award recognises the team for championing inclusivity, having helped to start careers through work experience, apprenticeships, internships, and active engagement with young and underrepresented voices to shape the future of transport.

31/05/2026

🚭It's World No To***co Day today (Sunday 31 May.)

The World Health Organization (WHO) holds World No To***co Day to spread awareness about the risks of to***co use and how we can make the world to***co free.

🙋Do you need help and support to quit? Check out Smokefree Devon's website and get support to stop smoking: https://orlo.uk/qOeML

29/05/2026

It’s 50 years today since one of the region’s most loved long-distance walking trails, the Two Moors Way, was first launched. The outstanding trail links the South West’s two National Parks, Exmoor and Dartmoor. Read more https://orlo.uk/FlT9A

29/05/2026

With warmer weather continuing to bring people to the coast, rivers and lakes, it’s important to be aware of the risks of swimming in open water.

Cold water shock, strong tides, currents and hidden hazards can affect even experienced swimmers. Taking a few simple precautions can help keep you and others safe.

• Choose lifeguarded beaches where possible
• Enter the water gradually
• Stay within your depth

If you get into difficulty, float on your back to help stay afloat.

Always keep an eye on children and less confident swimmers, and don’t forget to reapply sunscreen after getting out of the water.

Find out more about summer water safety: https://orlo.uk/mwDgA

With parts of the country reaching 29°C today, please share our Summer Water Safety advice to help keep your community safe around water.

⚠️Stay safe:

• Enter the water slowly and carefully
• Stay within reach of others
• Swim in supervised, lifeguarded areas

🛟In an emergency:

• If you fall in or become tired, stay calm, float on your back, and call for help
• If you see someone in difficulty, throw them something that floats
• Call 999
• If you're at the coast, ask for the Coastguard

Take 5 minutes to read our essential summer water safety advice, it could make all the difference in an emergency: www.rlss.org.uk/summer-water-safety

29/05/2026

Check out Recycle Devon for some simple, family-friendly ideas to get kids gardening for National Children's Gardening Week 🌱

28/05/2026

A new community building and GP surgery for South West Exeter is progressing towards completion, with the finishing touches now being applied to the roof. Read more https://orlo.uk/dvbNI