‘Contacting 111 first will get you the right treatment more quickly’, says Devon doctor introducing new service
An improved system is being introduced this week that will give quicker and safer access to NHS services for people...
Torbay Youth Trust goes from strength to strength
On 1 February 2020, Torbay Council transferred the delivery of its Youth Service and Young Carers Service to Torbay Youth...
Torbay’s Children’s Services Learning Academy supports next generation of managers
Back in September, Torbay Council’s Children’s Services welcomed 14 ASYE newly qualified social workers and launched its in-house Learning Academy...
Hi Tech & Digital Centre wins Education Project of the Year at Michelmores Property Awards 2020
South Devon College’s Hi Tech & Digital Centre was successfully crowned the winner in the category ‘Education Project of the...
Torbay’s Director of Public Health responds to Tier 2 announcement.
The government announced today that Torbay and the rest of Devon will be in Tier 2 of the local COVID...
Employers across the South West urged to mark 16 Days of Action by tackling domestic abuse
As part of the international 16 Days of Action movement which launches today (25 November), Public Health England (PHE) South...
Resurfacing of Clennon Lane, Torquay
Clennon Lane in Torquay is being resurfaced from Monday 30 November so motorists may experience some delays. The resurfacing work...
Coronavirus testing update for Torbay
The mobile testing unit at Torquay Coach Station in Lymington Road will be there until at least Monday 7th December....
England introduces testing strategy for international arrivals
Passengers arriving into England will be able to reduce mandatory self-isolation by up to a week or more, as the...
South West recycling firm invests over £450K in new vehicles as business booms
Following a surge in demand for its services, DCW, a leading independent commercial waste management firm, has invested £456,000 in...
Resurfacing of Shiphay Lane Torquay
Motorists are advised that there will be some delays this week due to resurfacing work taking place in Torquay. The...
Businesses can now apply for lockdown grant funds through Torbay Council
Businesses across Torbay can apply now for cash grants to cushion the financial impact of the COVID-19 restrictions. Torbay Council,...
Grants available to improve home heating
As winter beckons residents in Teignbridge are being encouraged to take advantage of new funding support to improve their heating...
New vocational centre at Brunel Academy opens
A new vocational centre at Brunel Academy has opened, providing young people at the school with the opportunity to learn...
Farmers urged to protect their land as lockdown 2.0 sees rise in trespassers
Farmers and landowners are being advised to protect themselves from unwanted public rights of way being created, as lockdown 2.0...
Torbay crews catch up on waste and recycling collections following major service disruption
Torbay Council and SWISCo have thanked Torbay residents for their continued patience as they catch up on waste and recycling...
Planned roadworks on Brixham Road in Paignton
Overnight on Thursday 26 November planned roadworks will take place on Brixham Road in Churston Ferrers. The section of Brixham...
New Divisional Director of Torbay Children’s Safeguarding
A new Children’s Services Divisional Director, of Safeguarding has been appointed by Torbay Council. Jacquie Sims has joined the team,...
Coronavirus testing update for Torbay
The mobile testing unit at Torquay Coach Station in Lymington Road will be there until at least Monday 23 November....
New rail tech roll-out set to bring more reliable journeys and boost jobs
The roll out of digital signalling – set to improve safety and slash delays – has been accelerated through £1.2...
