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Environment Bank, the leading off-site Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) provider, has announced that its Puddington Habitat Bank in Devon has entered into a section 106 (s106) agreement, ready to provide local off-site Biodiversity Units for the Mid Devon District.

s106 agreements are planning obligations with the local authority and, like in this case, can be used to bind the use of the...

The Dartmouth & District Food Bank is pleased to announce a generous £500 donation to Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West, to assist students with purchasing uniforms.

This donation is part of the ongoing effort to support local pupils and families, ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed in their education.

The cheque was presented today by Cllr...

Howard & Over Solicitors is thrilled to announce the official opening of their brand-new office in Newton Abbot. Located at St Paul’s Business Centre, 6 St Paul’s Road, this expansion underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to providing expert legal services across the South West. Now, individuals and businesses in the area have convenient access to professional, tailored legal advice...

Public toilets across East Devon are undergoing major investment, with new facilities being provided at four locations, three further sites being transferred to other organisations to operate, while others will close permanently.

These changes follow a public consultation where nearly 1,300 residents shared their views on how best to spend £3.15 million of available funding....