Services: Devon County Council
Week of: 8 June 2026 - 14 June 2026
Consultation: the future of Branscombe C of E Primary School
Link Multi Academy Trust is consulting on the future of Branscombe C of E Primary School including a proposal that the school will close on 31 December 2026. This proposal has arisen following a prolonged period of challenge for the school, including falling pupil numbers and concerns about long-term viability. Over recent years, pupil numbers Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Mileage rate increase
Updated mileage rate – effective from 6 April 2026 Changes apply to all schools who have adopted the DCC Business Travel plan. As of 6 April 2026, the DCC mileage allowance increased from 45p per mile to 55p per mile (for the first 10,000 miles). More information can be found on the HMRC website. If Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Business Travel Policy changes
Changes apply to all schools who have adopted the DCC Business Travel plan. We have made some changes to the Business Travel Policy (hire car mileage thresholds) which are designed to support cost effective journeys whilst giving employees greater flexibility. Key changes: The optional car-hire range has been extended from 30 – 100 miles to 30 – Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Navigating adolescent vulnerabilities webinars
Alongside the launch of the new multi‑agency Child Exploitation and Contextual Safeguarding Strategy, the Devon Safeguarding Children Partnership are hosting a series of practical online sessions and are inviting colleagues and teams from across the partnership to take part. These webinars are designed to boost our confidence in understanding adolescents and the way they interact Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Education safeguarding conference – 29 June
Monday 29 June 2026 | Sandy Park, Exeter Join us for the annual Safeguarding conference — a day of learning, connection and reflection focused on how we can best safeguard children and young people, now and into the future. The conference offers valuable opportunities to network with colleagues, share resources and explore current and emerging Continue reading →
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Publish date
9 June 2026Purpose
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