Devon County Council

Weed clearance is undertaken to stop and control harmful weeds growing on hard areas such as roads and pavements and in drainage systems

Weed control methods include physical/mechanical systems, but most of the work is undertaken using herbicides which have been appointed by the Pesticide Safety Directorate or the Health and Safety Executive.  Herbicide usage is kept to the absolute minimum and all work is strictly undertaken in accordance with the Control of Pesticide Regulations.

For more information please select the following link:

• How are weeds cleared?
• Japanese Knotweed

If you would like to report excessive weed growth please contact My Devon 0845 155 1004