Exeter City Council16 Feb 2026Exeter elections back on after government U-turnLabour could lose control of Exeter City Council when 13 of its 39 seats are contested.16 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Councillors approve student flats after tight voteA 10‑storey block of nearly 300 student flats is approved for Western Way despite some concerns.10 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Exeter joining UK City of Culture 2029 racePlymouth is also in the running for the title with the winning city set to be awarded £10m.29 Jan 202618 Jan 2026Councils abolished and elections cancelled - why?The biggest reform of local government in more than 50 years is set to bring major changes to Devon.18 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Council will request to cancel Exeter electionsSome councils can ask to cancel elections due in May but critics say it is important they go ahead.13 Jan 202631 Dec 2025A year of change - Devon politics in 2025The abolition of some councils in Devon continues to dominate debate.31 Dec 202528 Dec 2025Flats planned for old school playing fieldDevelopers say the accommodation is needed but more than 120 people are objecting to the plans.28 Dec 202522 Dec 2025Plymouth elections go ahead but Exeter undecidedElections due to be held in Exeter in May could still be cancelled.22 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Councillor defects from Conservatives to ReformAlison Sheridan says she wants decisive action on several issues including illegal immigration.10 Dec 2025...
