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DALC calls for clarity as local government reorganisation in Devon is paused

08/09/2026

Devon Association of Local Councils (DALC) is calling for clarity and certainty for parish and town councils following the government’s decision to pause and review its local government reorganisation programme in the county.

2026/27 pay agreement

25/08/2026

The National Joint Council (NJC) for Local Government Services has agreed on pay rates applicable from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. The new pay rates are each increased by 3.3 per cent per annum.

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Clear Utility Solutions – July Update

05/08/2026

June energy update from Clear Utility Solutions and results of the DALC partnership

NALC Legal Update July 2026

27/07/2026

The July 2026 legal update from NALC’s legal team.

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Local government reorganisation: announcement

17/07/2026

  The Government has now announced its decision on local government reorganisation (LGR) in Devon, […]

Bookings are now open for the DALC Annual Conference and AGM 2026

03/07/2026

Bookings are now open for the DALC Annual Conference and AGM 2026, taking place on Wednesday 7 October at Exeter Racecourse.

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Clear Utility Solutions – June Update

02/07/2026

June energy update from Clear Utility Solutions and results of the DALC partnership

Election alignment from 2027

15/06/2026

An update on election alignment in Devon ahead of LGR and what you can expect from the 2027 parish and town council elections.

DALC launches payroll service for member councils

04/06/2026

DALC launches new payroll service for member councils, offered through our partners at the Suffolk Association of Local Councils

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Clear Utility Solutions – May Update

02/06/2026

May energy update from Clear Utility Solutions and results of the DALC partnership

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