Devon News from Thursday, February 5th, 2026

New research from National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) shows 86% of people in the South West don’t know about the first port of call in a power cut – the 105 helpline. 105 is a free number that connects callers directly to their local electricity network operator in the event of a power cut.

Devon County Council has welcomed the Government’s announcement to recruit 10,000 new foster carers by 2029.