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BBC News
8 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
Sidmouth coastal defence work pushed back to 2027
The start date for a £21m coastal defence scheme has been pushed back to 2027 due to "various delays", a council has Devon District Council said the project would help protect Sidmouth town and seafront from flooding and erosion for the next 100 project was originally due to begin this year but the council said "a number of factors" had caused delays, including discussions around planning and "various delays due to contractor and staff resources". Councillor Geoff Jung, portfolio holder for coast, country and environment, said: "The team is confident that good planning and teamwork will ensure the project succeeds in protecting Sidmouth's coast." He said they "recognise how important this coastal defence scheme is for the people of Sidmouth"."We're fully committed to moving ahead positively, and we're grateful for the continued support from our community, local councils, and partners," he project, which includes the area between Jacob's Ladder and East Beach, was originally due to begin this August 2024 the council announced delays, saying the project was due to begin in around two years' time.A tendering process is set to begin later in the summer, with the company chosen to carry out the work set to be appointed by the end of the the chosen contractor has been appointed, the project will move onto the design stage, with local residents and stakeholder groups Devon Distict Council is working alongside Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Councils to form the South West Flood and Coastal (SWFC) team.A project board made up of representatives from the council, the Environment Agency and other key partners is also overseeing the delivery of the project and its council said the preferred option for the scheme, chosen following community consultation, is a hybrid one involving breakwaters and increasing the level of shingle on the beach, known as recharging.A "super groyne", which is a barrier going from the beach to the sea, is to be built on East beach or a possible offshore breakwater could be built, which would be designed specifically to retain shingle. The new shared SWFC service would provide sufficient officer and specialist support to this important scheme moving forward, they said plans for a splash wall, which is a secondary coastal defensive wall, was to be re-evaluated and re-considered, following further careful studies."This option will save money in the long run while protecting homes and businesses in the area from floods, risks of rising sea levels, impacts of climate change and erosion for years to come," they project has been funded by the Environment Agency, local councils and community groups.
BBC News
19-06-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Devon and Cornwall braces for heatwave
People in Devon and Cornwall are being advised to take extra care and beware of adjustments to services in heatwave amber heat health alert came into effect at 12:00 BST and was expected to remain in place until 09:00 BST on have hit 27C in Bude, 25C in Newquay and 24C in Plymouth since the start of the Friday the mercury was expected to reach 25C in Plymouth, 26C in Barnstaple and 26C in Bude, according to BBC Weather. East Devon District Council said bin collection crews would be starting collections at 06:00 BST during the warmer weather period so rounds could be completed "in the cooler parts of the day".The RSPCA urged dog owners to "think twice before taking your dog out in the heat as even a short walk can lead to heatstroke, which can be fatal"."If [the ground] is too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws," it said."Avoid walking during the day - stick to early mornings or late evenings, make sure they have plenty of cool water and shade." Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service advised people to pack picnics instead of disposable barbecues to cut the risk of wildfires.
BBC News
10-06-2025
- BBC News
Plea for people to stop fly-tipping outside Devon shop
A Devon not-for-profit organisation is asking people to stop fly-tipping after a recent rise in the amount of unwanted items being left outside its items dumped outside the Sea Adora charity shop in Exmouth was a "dirty and smelly" mattress on Magi Goodwin said she had reported the mattress as fly-tipping to East Devon District Council, but was given no time-frame on when it would be removed. "Obviously it looks awful left outside my shop but, I cannot move it - plus it is dirty and smells," Ms Goodwin said. She said: "We have recently had items such as old dirty carpets left outside the shop covered in paint."We have also had general black bags of rubbish left outside which I did pay to have removed by a rubbish removal company."She said they were always grateful for genuine donations and asked for these to be bought in at times when the shop is open. Sea Adora raises money for a number of local charities. EDDC said on its website fly-tipping was a serious crime and it always looked to catch and prosecute those committing it. The council said those convicted of the offence could face up to two years imprisonment and up to a £50,000 fine.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Thousands of trees to be planted near Exeter
Up to 3,000 trees are to be planted on the outskirts of Exeter, according to East Devon District Council. Broadclyst and Poltimore have been chosen for the project, with a funding boost from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Volunteers have already planted the first 150 trees, forming a new hedgerow at Clyst Meadows Country Park, near Broadclyst Station. The project team is now looking for more land in Broadclyst and Poltimore to complete the planting. More news stories for Devon Listen to the latest news for Devon Once complete, a total of up to one hectare (2.5 acres) of native trees and 600 metres (1,970 ft) of new hedgerow will be planted. Councillor Paula Fernley said: "More trees mean more biodiversity, more shade and shelter, and better resilience to climate change. It's also brilliant for wellbeing." The trees are to be grown locally by volunteers at the Saving Devon's Treescapes Broadclyst Tree Nursery using seeds collected from the area. Saving Devon's Treescapes is a four-year project led by Devon Wildlife Trust and supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. It aims to plant and nurture 250,000 trees outside traditional woodland settings across Devon by 2026. Michael Rogers, project manager at Saving Devon's Treescapes, added: "Even if we don't always notice it, most of us have seen the impact of ash dieback – from isolated trees to whole woodlands losing their canopy. "But we now have new trees growing in their place, thanks to local volunteers who have nurtured saplings from Broadclyst seed." Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Plymouth tree felling fiasco cost more than £3.3m Thousands of trees planted to create rainforest East Devon District Council Devon Wildlife Trust The National Lottery Fund
BBC News
07-06-2025
- BBC News
Explore bats, moths and more at Devon nature events
From twilight bat walks to early morning moth discoveries, nature enthusiasts in East Devon will have the chance to learn more about wildlife in their local area with a number of Wild East Devon programme is "packed with opportunities to get up close with some of the area's wildlife", the East Devon District Council highlights are bat walks at Seaton Wetlands, where participants use detectors to listen for calls from 14 recorded species, including the rare Bechstein's and grey long-eared bats. "From traditional crafts such as willow weaving and spoon carving to immersive wildlife experiences, there's something for everyone," countryside manager James Chubb said. Also new this year are moth and muffin mornings, which will "provide attendees with the chance to discover the beauty of moths and the staggering diversity of species found at Seaton Wetlands", the council Trinity Hill, nightjar walks will guide visitors through dusk landscapes in search of the elusive, ground-nesting nightjar, known for its haunting events include:Willow Garden Owl, Saturday 7 June, Seaton WetlandsSpoon Carving for Beginners, Saturday 14 June, Seaton WetlandsSeaton Wetlands Summer Holiday Club, 4–8 August
