Emergencies can happen at any time. Sometimes they occur with little or no warning, while others, such as heavy rainfall, rising river levels or severe winter weather, may give us time to prepare. While some situations may cause only minor disruption, others can pose a risk to our safety and wellbeing.

With winter approaching, now is a good time to think about how you would respond to an emergency and the steps you can take to be ready. A little preparation can make a real difference, helping you feel more confident and better equipped to manage unexpected situations.

The good news is that preparing doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Many simple actions take just a few minutes and can help you prepare for a range of emergencies. Even if you can’t do everything, taking a few practical steps now can help reduce disruption and make it easier to recover afterwards.

Knowing what to do, where to go and who to contact for help can provide reassurance when it matters most. Being prepared may also mean you’re better placed to support neighbours, friends or family members who might need extra help.

Take a moment to read Devon County Council’s ‘Be Prepared’ newsletter via the link below. It offers useful advice and practical steps to help you plan ahead. While it can’t cover every eventuality, it’s a great starting point and worth sharing with others to help everyone feel more prepared.

https://news.info.devon.gov.uk/nd-4j33/Share

Take a moment to read the below letter for full details of the Campaign:

Christmas Campaign 2026 Traders Letter

Please click on the PDF for full details:

Residents letter – Delivery routes FINAL

Updates on working patterns, tidal changes and construction progress can be viewed via the Slapton Line partnership web page: Torcross Urgent Works – Slapton Line Partnership

Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council

Notice under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 is hereby given that a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for the Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council.

For a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy, a request by TEN registered local government electors in Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council  must be made, on or before 6th October 2026 to:

The Proper Officer, Electoral Services,
South Hams District Council,
Follaton House,
Plymouth Road,
Totnes,
TQ9 5NE.

If an election is not requested, the Town Council will co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.

Mrs Katharine Harrod
Town Clerk
Dated: 16th September 2026
Printed and published by: Mrs K Harrod, Kingsbridge Town Clerk, Quay House, Ilbert Rd, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1DZ

South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council are in the early stages of preparing a new Joint Local Plan, which will guide development, growth and conservation across both areas, outside of Dartmoor National Park.

The plan will set out where future development may take place and the policies that will be used to help decide planning applications. It will also support the councils in balancing growth and including new homes, jobs, services and improved connectivity, with the need to reduce carbon emissions and protect the area’s landscapes, natural environment and special character.

The Scoping Consultation is open until 11:59pm on Thursday 24 September 2026.

Find more information and share your views at: https://shwdlocalplan.commonplace.is

True to tradition, the glove will be affixed to its rightful place on the Shambles and Julia Wingate, Mayor of Kingsbridge, will read the ancient charter, officially opening Kingsbridge Fair Week.

Afterwards, there will be a Floral Dance down Fore Street onto the Town Square led by the Silver Band. Everyone is most welcome to take part!

Please note, those wishing to join in with dancing please assemble BEHIND the Silver Band, the Fair Queen and Princesses, the Mayor & Town Councillors, and dance troupe.

This year, the procession will turn right into Mill Street at the bottom of Fore Street and then proceed via Prince of Wales Road and Ilbert Road to the roundabout, onto the Town Square.

Judging will be held on the Town Square by the bandstand immediately after the Floral Dance once all the dancers have arrived.

Prizes will be awarded for:

BEST DECORATED HOOPS
Either a matching pair of hoops or two individual hoops
2 prices in each age group:  up to 6 years / 7 years and over

BEST DRESSED COUPLE
1 price of 2 Vouchers for each age group:  up to 6 years / 7 years and over

Two prices to be decided by our secret judges, who will be among the onlookers, watching for those children that in their view danced exceptionally well down Fore Street.

Please stay around with your children, family and friends and join in Ceilidh on the Town Square from 8-9 p.m. The band has a caller to take everyone through the steps – no experience needed!

This event is organised and sponsored by Kingsbridge Town Council.

With the footpath temporarily closed between Boots and Peacocks, more people are naturally walking along Prince of Wales Road. To keep everyone safe, this short section of road will be closed to vehicles from Friday 29^th  May until 7^th September.

Traffic can still access Fore Street and all the businesses via Lower Union Road and Mill Street, so shops remain fully reachable while this temporary measure is in place.

Click on the PDFs below for full Road Closure Notifications (TTROs) and a map of the affected area:

TTRO2670202 On Site Notice

TTRO2670210 On Site Notice

TTRO2670211 On Site Notice