Devon Sexual Health clinics remain open
We would like to remind young people and their families that Devon Sexual Health clinics in Exeter, Barnstaple and Torbay remain open and are completely confidential.
Pride month and LGBTQ+ groups in Devon
Pride remains a visible reminder that we are all worthy of being loved for who we are – and Devon has a range of empowering social groups and support for LGBTQ+ young people.
Be aware of a new Test and Trace scam
We’ve heard about another test and trace scam, which is also trying to con people into paying for a coronavirus (COVID-19) swab test.
Update for colleagues from Jo Olsson – 19th June
As we move into the next phase of coronavirus (COVID-19), we want to give colleagues an overview of the current situation and our future plan.
Return to schools update from Dawn Stabb
Dawn Stabb, Devon County Council’s Head of Education and Learning, has set out Devon’s response to the Government’s plans for a wider return to school in an open letter to parents and carers.
Free school meals extended over the summer holidays
Children in England who are eligible for free school meals will receive a six-week food voucher to cover the summer holiday period, after a campaign by Manchester United and England footballer Marcus Rashford.
Scam Awareness Fortnight
It’s Scam Awareness Fortnight from 15 to 26 June, and this year the focus is on scams that have emerged as a result of coronavirus.
New surveys to explore lockdown experiences
The UK’s Largest Fostering and Adoption Charity, TACT, and Research in Practice have developed three linked surveys to explore experiences of life at home during lockdown.
Support bubbles
Adults who live alone or single parents with young children can now form a ‘support bubble’ with one other household.