Rough sleepers in North Devon are to receive additional support through the colder months, thanks to funding allocations given by the government to local authorities identified as facing the greatest pressures in winter 2024-25.

North Devon Council has committed to enhancing community amenities in Burrington, Heasley Mill, and Lovacott through a funding boost of £12,158.34.

Barnstaple's Queen Street car park is set to reopen in November as the first phase of construction works comes to an end.

Cruse Bereavement Support is the latest charity to benefit from North Devon Crematorium's role in a national metal recycling scheme.

Further support for households in North Devon struggling with cost of living increases will be available later this month.

North Devon Council is making progress in its efforts to become more sustainable by starting to replace its vehicles with electric ones. After successful trials, the council will replace two diesel vehicles in its Parks Team with fully electric vans. This change is part of the council’s plan to reduce carbon emissions and improve efficiency.