News archive
News published 2019
Unauthorised encampment at city playing fields
Legal proceedings are underway to evict a group taking part in an unauthorised encampment at playing fields in Exeter.
Published: 5 August 2019
Construction gathers pace at new leisure complex
Good progress continues to be made on the construction of a major new leisure complex in Exeter.
Published: 29 July 2019
Bike riders get exciting new track in Exeter
BMX riders and mountain bikers are enjoying an exciting new facility in Exeter.
Published: 23 July 2019
Councillors view construction of UK's first Passivhaus leisure complex
Councillors have taken part in a site visit to see progress in the construction of the UK's first Passivhaus swimming pool and leisure centre.
Published: 18 July 2019
Leader to reconsider sale of land at back of former sports centre
The leader of the council is calling for green open space behind the former Clifton Hill Sports Centre to be saved from redevelopment.
Published: 17 July 2019
Council CEO honoured for work to promote growth and wellbeing
Exeter City Council’s Chief Executive and Growth Director has been honoured by the University of Exeter.
Published: 17 July 2019
New swing bridge installed on popular cycle and walking route
Riverside users in Exeter are enjoying a new cycle and foot bridge on a popular route into the city.
Published: 17 July 2019
New Riverside sculptures to provide habitat for insects
Striking new wooden sculptures inspired by the insect world are about to land on the banks of the River Exe in Exeter.
Published: 12 July 2019
Application to become UNESCO City Of Literature moves forward
Exeter has been successful in progressing through the first phase of a process to become a UNESCO City of Literature. The news comes in the week that Exeter unveiled its Cultural Strategy.
Published: 11 July 2019
Plans to expand Exeter's kerbside recycling
Kerbside collections for glass and food recycling are set to be introduced in Exeter, the City Council has revealed.
Published: 10 July 2019