News

All the latest news releases published by our Communications Team.

Council and Police work together to tackle problem premises

News release PR7915 - published on 29 November 2019

We have successfully defended an appeal brought by the Premises Licence holder of the Jolly Judge pub, Union Street.

Festive Fun at Torre Abbey – all welcome!

News release PR7914 - published on 25 November 2019

What better place to celebrate Christmas this year than at Torre Abbey, which has lots of fun events and activities that all the family can enjoy.

Torbay supports 16 Days of Action against Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence

News release PR7913 - published on 25 November 2019

For the next 16 days a range of organisations including ourselves will be raising awareness that domestic abuse and sexual violence is not OK.

New staff appointed to Torre Abbey

News release PR7912 - published on 21 November 2019

New members of staff have been appointed to Torre Abbey with National Trust, Royal Albert Memorial Museum and TATE Britain experience.

Torbay prepares for the general election

News release PR7911 - published on 21 November 2019

Preparations are well underway in Torbay for the general election.

Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards shortlisted for 'best' service

News release PR7910 - published on 19 November 2019

Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards Service has been shortlisted for the 2020 LGC Awards in the ‘Best Service Delivery Model’ category.

Blue Badge amnesty as part of fraud awareness campaign

News release PR7909 - published on 15 November 2019

Torbay residents who have an unwanted or no longer needed Blue Badge for disabled parking are being urged to hand them back during a special amnesty to mark International Fraud Awareness Week (17 to 23 November).

Torquay’s most famous resident Agatha Christie celebrated with new signs

News release PR7908 - published on 12 November 2019

We’re embracing Torquay’s history and the Queen of murder mystery with new signs celebrating the town’s most famous resident – Agatha Christie.

Plymouth and Torbay Councils review joint arrangements for children's services

News release PR7907 - published on 7 November 2019

A review of a joint arrangement between Plymouth and Torbay councils to share a Director of Children’s Services has concluded that each authority now needs its own director to provide more strategic capacity.

Torbay toilets go platinum

News release PR7906 - published on 4 November 2019

For the first time ever, six of the public toilets in Torbay area have won platinum in the national Loo of the Year Awards.

Christmas parking special offers to help you shop local in Torbay

News release PR7905 - published on 1 November 2019

We are offering a range of special offers for nominated Torbay car parks to help you shop local in November and December.