News

All the latest news releases published by our Communications Team.

Residents get to have their say on town centre safety

News release PR8651 - published on 28 April 2022

We're asking residents to complete a short survey which will help shape future priorities for making Torquay town centre a safer place.

First phase of Torquay Town Dock refurbishment complete

News release PR8650 - published on 27 April 2022

The first phase of works to repair and refurbish the ‘people’s pontoon’ is complete.

Seasonal beach and water restrictions to keep all beach and water users safe

News release PR8649 - published on 27 April 2022

The restrictions apply from 1 May to 30 September, with dog owners advised to make sure they are fully aware of the rules before heading out with their dog to the beach.

Have your say on plans for 12-14 The Strand

News release PR8648 - published on 26 April 2022

It is time to have your say on exciting new plans that will transform the former Debenhams site on Torquay's harbourside.

Next steps for Marine Drive in Paignton

News release PR8647 - published on 25 April 2022

Work starts this week on a series of works along Marine Drive in Paignton to improve the environment, following a public consultation a few months ago.

Sign up for our climate conversations to help tackle climate change locally

News release PR8646 - published on 25 April 2022

Four half-day workshops organised by the new Torbay Climate Partnership and Torbay Council are taking place on Thursday 26 May and Friday 27 May.

Jam-packed line up announced for Music on the Meadows, a free festival to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

News release PR8645 - published on 22 April 2022

Music on the Meadows, a free day and evening festival comes to Torre Abbey Meadows for one-day only on Friday 3 June.

More ways to have your say at council meetings

News release PR8644 - published on 21 April 2022

From May members of the public will have more opportunities to take part in decision making under changes to the way our meetings take place.

Parkfield House and grounds available for community development

News release PR8643 - published on 20 April 2022

The Parkfield Project Board are seeking to offer Parkfield House and the surrounding grounds to the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise sector on a long-lease basis.

Next steps for the Paignton and Preston seafront consultation

News release PR8642 - published on 12 April 2022

Phase one of the Paignton and Preston Seafront masterplan has now ended and LDA Design, the appointed design consultant, are looking at all the feedback received.

Working with the Wild Planet Trust to secure a sustainable future for the Living Coasts site

News release PR8641 - published on 12 April 2022

We are supporting the Wild Planet Trust to secure a new sub-tenant for the Living Coasts site in Torquay.

Trees planted across Torbay to remember all who have suffered and those we have lost to COVID

News release PR8640 - published on 11 April 2022

A new tree trail is being planted at a range of sites across Torbay to remember all who have suffered during the pandemic and those we have lost to COVID

Torbay Lottery - Small Grant Fund Awards

News release PR8639 - published on 11 April 2022

Nine local good causes have been successful in obtaining a small grant award from the Torbay Lottery Small Grants Fund for 2021/2022.

Parking rate change to support residents

News release PR8638 - published on 8 April 2022

We're re-introducing the one-hour tariff at several car parks following feedback from residents.

Securing Paignton Green ahead of busy summer season

News release PR8629 - published on 8 April 2022

The decision by us to install protective measures comes ahead of a packed season of events taking place on Paignton Green.

Have your say on how to improve your health and wellbeing

News release PR8637 - published on 7 April 2022

Torbay’s Health and Wellbeing Board want to hear from those who live in the Bay about what is important to them when it comes to their health and wellbeing.

Statement on outcome of Bus Back Better funding bid

News release PR8636 - published on 6 April 2022

We have expressed our disappointment with the news that we have been unsuccessful in our bid for Bus Back Better funding.

Planning application for Upton Manor Farm

News release PR8635 - published on 6 April 2022

The planning application for residential development at Upton Manor Farm, Brixham will not be considered at an extraordinary Planning Committee on 25 April.

New staff recruited to help with waste and recycling collections in Torbay

News release PR8634 - published on 5 April 2022

We're getting waste collections back on track with new staff starting this week and teams working extra hours to catch up.

Get involved – Great British spring clean

News release PR8633 - published on 4 April 2022

Volunteers in Torbay are invited to take part in two beach cleans as part of the Great British Spring Clean.

£180,000 grant secured to provide two new, specialised toilets designed for severely disabled people in Torquay and Brixham

News release PR8632 - published on 4 April 2022

We have worked hard with the disabled community in Torbay to secure almost £200,000 of grant funding to make severely disabled people's lives easier when out and about.

Torbay Children’s Services Learning Academy receives national recognition in The MJ Local Government Achievement Awards

News release PR8631 - published on 1 April 2022

The MJ Local Government Achievement Awards have announced today that Torbay Children’s Services Learning Academy has been Commended in the Workforce Transformation category in this year’s awards.

Torbay’s COVID-19 test sites close as free universal testing ends

News release PR8630 - published on 1 April 2022

Free COVID-19 testing ends today for the general population in line with the government’s Living with COVID plan.