Devon County Council

30/08/2026

✅ Do you receive Universal Credit?

From September, more families will be able to access free school meals for their children. Even if you haven't been eligible before, it's worth checking and applying.

Both families eligible under the targeted scheme and those eligible under the expanded scheme will receive free school meals.

Don't miss out. Check your eligibility today: https://orlo.uk/free-school-meals_xymob

29/08/2026

☀️ Summer may be coming to an end, but many of us will still be spending time by the sea, rivers and lakes over the Bank Holiday weekend.

If you’re in trouble in the water, could save your life:

🛟Tilt your head back with ears submerged
🛟Relax and try to control your breathing
🛟Use your hands to help you stay afloat
🛟It’s OK if your legs sink, we all float differently

Practise floating at as supervised location, such as a swimming pool.

Remember it. Practise it. Share it.

29/08/2026

☀️ Heading off on a bank holiday road trip? Before you set off, remember the T.R.I.P. checks for a safer journey:

🚗 TOP UP fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
😴 REST with a break every two hours for at least 15 minutes
🛞 INSPECT tyre pressure and tread
🌦️ PREPARE for changing weather conditions

Have a safe and enjoyable journey! 😎🍦⛱️

Vision Zero South West

28/08/2026

Have a safe and enjoyable summer holiday road trip, follow the T.R.I.P. checks every driver needs to perform and if you're out on the roads, these checks are easy to remember:

TOP UP your fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
REST with planned stops every two hours for at least 15 minutes
INSPECT tyre pressure and tread before setting out, to ensure you can drive safely
PREPARE for all weather conditions

😎🍦☀️⛱

Vision Zero South West

27/08/2026

The new Dinan Way extension in Exmouth will open on 9 September as work begins on the final phase of the scheme.

But the next stage will mean some disruption for drivers for the rest of the year.

A short section of the A376 between Courtlands Cross and Courtlands Lane will close to through traffic while the roundabout is completed.

There will also be overnight closures at Courtlands Cross from 7pm to 6am on 7 and 8 September to allow preparatory work to be carried out.

The new 800-metre road will carry traffic in and out of Exmouth while the second new roundabout is finished at the A376 junction.

👉 Read the full details on our website: https://orlo.uk/0GCRp

📹 Hit play below to see what the road looks like.

27/08/2026

☀️ As the summer holidays draw to a close, many young people will be making the most of the bank holiday weekend before returning to school or college.

Whether they're heading to a festival, a local event or spending time with friends, a few open conversations can help keep them safe and well.

Our guide for parents and carers covers practical advice on topics including alcohol and drugs, personal safety, water safety, relationships and consent, and looking after friends.

👉 Read more: https://orlo.uk/1WHmT

27/08/2026

The Ivybridge Community Grant Programme is now accepting applications.

If your local club or organisation is working on a project that benefits the town, you could receive up to £1,500 in funding to bring your ideas to life.

Click the link to read more ⬇️

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

🌊 As we enjoy the final weeks of summer, it's important to know what to do if something goes wrong around water.

If you see someone in trouble: 🆘 Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard if you're at the coast. 🛟 Don't enter the water. Throw something that floats and call for help.

Find more water safety advice from RLSS UK ⬇️

27/08/2026

📢 Have your say about the future of health and care services in Devon.

NHS Devon and Healthwatch in Devon are holding a series of neighbourhood health engagement events this autumn, giving residents the opportunity to share their views and help shape local services.

Find an event and complete the survey below ⬇️

Come along to one of our Neighbourhood health engagement days, hosted by NHS Devon in collaboration with Healthwatch in Devon. Events will take place throughout September and October. We will also be hosting online engagement events for those who can't make an engagement day.
Visit: https://onedevon.org.uk/neighbourhood-health-engagement/

And you can share your views on how health and care services could be delivered in Devon by completing our Neighbourhood health survey.
Survey: https://ow.ly/MZG950ZFx5v