The Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority (DTCCA) is moving forwards with its new responsibilities as the region’s Local Transport Authority (LTA). The Government allocated £541.2 million as part of the Local Transport Consolidated Funding Settlement (LTCFS) for Devon and Torbay between 2026 and 2030. This long-term, multi-year settlement allows greater flexibility to plan for the future. Most of the capital funding will continue to support highways maintenance delivered by Devon County Council and Torbay Council.
At its latest meeting, the Board moved to approve the Local Transport Consolidated Funding Settlement (LTCFS) for 2026/27. As part of the funding settlement with the Department for Transport (DfT), a draft Local Transport Delivery Plan (LTDP) has been developed and submitted. This sets out indicative proposals for use of the funding over the settlement period.
The Board also agreed to funding being allocated to the Cullompton Town Centre Relief Road. This is a strategic scheme that Devon County Council (DCC) and Mid Devon District Council have been working on to unlock growth and reduce congestion in the town. £2,654,855 is needed from the Local Transport Grant in 2027/28 in order to deliver the scheme within the funding programme, with the remainder coming from S106.
Enabling the relief road to be built will address many issues in Cullompton town centre including congestion, air quality and the ability to unlock planned homes in North West Cullompton and East Cullompton. The relief road is expected to be the first phase of major road infrastructure work in the area, with completion expected in 2028.
As part of the work to deliver a consistent public transport system across the region, a new Concessionary Fares Scheme has been published. Concessionary travel helps disabled residents stay independent by providing free travel for one person travelling with a disabled person who is using their National Bus Pass. It makes it easier and more affordable to get to medical appointments, go shopping and take part in social activities, all of which help reduce loneliness.
You can apply for a Companion Pass if you:
- already have a Council-issued National Bus Pass
- are aged 11 years or over
- have a severe disability and would find it extremely difficult to access local bus services without the assistance of a travelling companion.
Devon County Council and Torbay Council will continue to administer this scheme and issue National Bus Passes. From 1 April 2026, all new passes will feature the DTCCA logo.
Apply for a companion pass: