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Torbay Council Extends Period for Comments on Draft Local Plan

News release PR9431 - published on 16 January 2026

We are giving local people more time to have their say on our draft Local Plan and shape ideas on where development should go in Torbay. Following a series of drop-in events, webinars and meetings, the consultation period has been extended and will now close at 23.59 on Monday 2 February.

Have your say on draft Torbay Health and Wellbeing Strategy

News release PR4930 - published on 16 January 2026

If you live in Torbay we would like to hear your views on our new Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Read the Strategy and take part in our survey to find out more.

Have your say on expanded 20mph zone in Torquay town centre

News release PR9428 - published on 16 January 2026

We are working with our highways partner SWISCo on a proposal to expand the 20mph zone in Torquay town centre. 

This year’s Bay of Lights a shining success!

News release PR9429 - published on 15 January 2026

The English Riviera sparkled brighter than ever this festive season with the return of the annual Bay of Lights celebrations!

Torbay receives full funding for roads under government ‘Traffic light’ rating system - but improvements still needed

News release PR9427 - published on 12 January 2026

Torbay has received an 'amber' overall rating from the government for its management of roads, and 'green' for condition of the roads.

Next phase of demolition at the Victoria Centre, Paignton to begin in early February

News release PR9426 - published on 9 January 2026

In early February, work begins on the next phase of demolition at the Victoria Centre site in Paignton. This marks a continuation of our phased demolition programme, a key step towards unlocking the entire site for future redevelopment.

Torbay Lottery Small Grants Fund open for applications with new Good Causes wanted

News release PR9425 - published on 8 January 2026

Applications open until Friday 6 March.

Essential lift and escalator repair work begins at Fleet Walk

News release PR9424 - published on 7 January 2026

Repair works to lifts and escalators at Fleet Walk have started this week (week commencing Monday 5 January) with the repair and refurbishment of the escalator serving Sports Direct and the gallery.

Torbay residents reminded to have their say on annual spending plans

News release PR9422 - published on 6 January 2026

People who live or work in Torbay are being reminded to have their say on Torbay Council's spending plans.

Torbay Council funds inclusive play clubs for neurodiverse and home-educated children

News release PR9423 - published on 6 January 2026

Young people with special educational needs and home educated children will benefit from the reintroduction of three play clubs starting this week.

Public asked to help define the next chapter for Torquay Pavilion

News release PR9421 - published on 6 January 2026

We are calling on the public to help shape the next chapter of the iconic Torquay Pavilion, as a major new Options Appraisal gets underway.

A year of town centre safety successes

News release PR9420 - published on 5 January 2026

Residents in Paignton should be enjoying a more peaceful start to the new year after a noisy neighbour was ordered to leave his flat.

Utility upgrade works in Paignton Town Centre to support regeneration projects

News release PR9419 - published on 2 January 2026

Starting Monday 5 January 2026, National Grid will begin essential utility upgrade works in Paignton town centre to support regeneration projects, including the restoration of Paignton Picture House.

New Year and a New Local Plan for Torbay

News release PR9418 - published on 2 January 2026

We are undertaking a full update of our Local Plan to guide development in Torbay for the next 20 years. We are consulting on the draft Local Plan (Regulation 18 stage) and would like people's views on the key issues and options.

Christmas and New Year’s opening times for services in Torbay

News release PR9417 - published on 19 December 2025

Details of various Torbay services' opening hours and emergency contact numbers over Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 can be found below.

Torbay Adult Social Care Services rated as ‘Good’ by Care Quality Commission

News release PR9416 - published on 17 December 2025

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Torbay’s Adult Social Care services as ‘Good’ following an inspection in September 2025.

Brixham Town Centre Place Vision published to drive investment and growth

News release PR9415 - published on 15 December 2025

Working alongside our regeneration partners, Willmott Dixon and Milligan we have published the Brixham Town Centre Place Vision—a strategic document designed as a marketing and investment tool to attract funding, investors, and development opportunities into Brixham.

Driving Paignton’s Future: Torbay Place Leadership Board Sets Regeneration Agenda

News release PR9414 - published on 9 December 2025

The Torbay Place Leadership Board will come together on Monday 15 December, uniting local leaders and community representatives to shape discussions on Paignton’s future and the wider regeneration of Torbay.

Torbay Council to maintain and protect cherished green spaces previously leased to the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust

News release PR9413 - published on 8 December 2025

Torbay Council has been advised that TCCT will enter formal liquidation this week.

New Warm Spaces scheme launched for Torbay

News release PR9411 - published on 8 December 2025

A new Warm Spaces scheme has been launched with sites across Torbay.

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