About East Devon

Council Plan 2024-2028

Our Priorities

1.      A supported and engaged community that has the right homes in the right places, with appropriate infrastructure.

2.      A sustainable environment that is moving towards carbon neutrality and which promotes ecological recovery.

3.      A vibrant and resilient economy that supports local business, provides local jobs and leads to a reduction in poverty and inequality.

4.      A well-managed, financially secure and continuously improving Council that delivers quality services.

Our Behaviours

·       Simplicity in communication

·       Excellence in service delivery

·       Trust and respect

·       Accountability

·       Working together

·       Excellence in leadership

Our Vision

Our vision is to make a positive contribution to the lives of our residents, to the local economy and to the environment in East Devon in responsible ways. We are committed to working collaboratively to shape our place through a sustainable and effective strategy that promotes wellbeing and creates a fairer and more equal society.

The way we will make a positive difference to our communities is influenced by the values we hold and promote. Our defining values are transparency, equality, fairness, accountability, and inclusivity.

·       Democracy and transparency.

·       Equality and diversity.

·       Public engagement and communications.

·       Valuing of our staff and elected members.

·       Collaboration and Leadership.

We agree that democracy and transparency should underpin the work of any local authority. We will promote tolerant, respectful, and democratic debate, encouraging the participation of all within the Council and beyond.