The average council tax bill for a Band D property in Teignbridge next year will top £1,500 for the first time.District councillors agreed a 1.97 per cent increase on Monday, bringing to an end this year's round of settlements.Next year Devon County Council will demand £1,116.36 for a Band D home, Devon and Cornwall Police Authority has approved a charge of £156.60 and Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service £71.77.

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