Devon News from Monday, January 26th, 2026

The RNLI in the south west is urging those near the coast or inland waterways to be aware of the dangers stormy weather could bring as Storm Chandra is set to bring more wet and windy conditions to much of the region.

Devon County council leader Julian Brazil is calling for extra investment in infrastructure to protect communities from flooding and storms.

Town and parish councils across Devon are being invited to play a key role in shaping the future of the county’s 50 libraries, as Devon County Council’s consultation on proposed changes to statutory opening hours continues.