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Exeter Drug Problem: What’s Happening, Why It Matters, and How to Get Help

Exeter is widely regarded as one of the safer cities in England, with overall crime rates consistently below national averages. However, beneath this reputation lies a persistent and escalating drug problem that affects residents, businesses, and vulnerable people across the city centre and beyond.

The visible effects of drug and alcohol use are concentrated in hotspots like Fore Street and Sidwell Street, where open drug use, street drinking, and anti-social behaviour have become daily concerns. Exeter’s drug poisoning mortality rate reached 14.8 deaths per 100,000 population in...

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Bad language and festive jumpers round off a year of fundraising for RGB

RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce the success of its 2023 fundraising campaign in support of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW). The company has raised over £3,000 through various initiatives, culminating in a festive jumper day on Monday 18th December, and the introduction of swear boxes across all RGB branches.

Throughout the year, RGB engaged in a range of fundraising activities, from company-wide initiatives to individual challenges undertaken by dedicated staff members. The commitment and enthusiasm of the RGB team and the support of customers allowed the...

NHS Chief Amanda Pritchard receives honorary degree from the University of Exeter

The head of NHS England, Amanda Pritchard, has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Exeter for her efforts in improving health and ensuring high quality of care for all in England.

Amanda was appointed Chief Executive of the National Health Service (NHS) in August 2021 during the pandemic - a time of immense pressure on the system. Upon her appointment, she became the first ever female leader in the history of an organisation whose staff are more than three-quarters women.

In her role, Amanda is responsible for leading the work of the NHS nationally,...

Small amounts of DIY waste to be accepted free of charge at Household Waste Recycling Centres from the New Year

Households will be able to dispose of small amounts of DIY waste for free at Devon's Household Waste Recycling Centres, from Sunday 31 December. Up to now, the legal definition of household waste has not included materials from the repair or improvement of houses, for example, home improvement types of waste, so councils have had no obligation to accept such waste free of charge. Councils have used the revenue to invest back in to keep waste services running. But the government has changed the legislation such that a small amount of DIY waste will be accepted at Household Waste Recycling...

Dr John Martin starts as Chief Executive at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Dr John Martin has formally taken on the role of Chief Executive at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT).

John joins the Trust on secondment from his role as Chief Paramedic and Quality Officer and Deputy Chief Executive at London Ambulance Service NHS Trust.

An experienced Executive Board member with a wealth of clinical and operational experience across ambulance, acute, community and mental health NHS services, John is also a Visiting Professor in Paramedic Science at the University of Hertfordshire.

John succeeds Will Warrender...

Step up, Step in and STOP harassment and abuse of women and girls

With the festive season in full swing, Devon & Cornwall Police has issued advice to everyone who is out and about in the run up to Christmas to do what they can to keep themselves and everyone else safe. The force will also be actively keeping an eye out for sexually aggressive behaviour.

Detective Superintendent Nicky Seager, Force Lead on violence against women and girls said: “Across the Force area you may see an increased police presence on our streets in the evenings. This will include deployments of Project Vigilant in areas where people congregate to eat, drink and be...

Help your ambulance service this festive period

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging communities across the region to use its services responsibly this festive period, as it prepares for a challenging and busy time.

The Trust is expecting a period of significant and sustained demand across its 999 services - a position that is reflected across other health and care organisations locally, regionally, and nationally. Boxing Day is traditionally the busiest day over the festive break for the service. In response to this, Trust leaders are asking communities to ‘help us to help you’ by...

Police in Exeter thank the public in the run up to Christmas

Police officers in Exeter have thanked the public for their support in the run up to the festive period.

The busy Christmas market, which ran for a month in the Cathedral Green area, attracts bumper crowds of visitors and the local Neighbourhood Police Team have been kept busy ensuring the safety of the public in the city.

As well as enhanced patrols, officers have been carrying out covert shoplifting operations in hotspots to catch any opportunistic thieves. Several arrests took place in November and December and police will continue to keep a close eye on daytime...

Jack and the Beanstalk at Exeter care home

Barchester’s Cumberland Grange care home, in Exeter, got in the Christmas spirit by holding their first ever pantomime at the home.

Jack and the Beanstalk was this year’s play of choice! Staff dressed up and got into character and resident Brian even played a part as the Giant. It was hilariously wonderful which had residents, their families and staff in stitches all the way throughout.

A truly fantastic way to end the week!

General Manager, Marc said: “Is it really Christmas without a pantomime? Being able to put on a light hearted, funny show for our residents...

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Barchester’s Cumberland Grange care home, in Exeter, got in the Christmas spirit by taking a festive horse and Carriage ride up over Woodbury Common this week!

Thanks to Cobs & Carriages, Exmouth, residents and staff had a brilliant time together as they enjoyed a gentle ride across an incredibly beautiful part of Devon in Woodbury.

They didn’t let the weather stop them from having a great time and instead wrapped up in warm, cosy blankets and enjoyed the Christmas music and the wonderful company of each other.

General Manager, Marc said: “We absolutely love...

Can you give a gift from your heart to their hands this Christmas?

The Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) Christmas Appeal is well underway, receiving a fantastic response so far.

Over £50,000 has been donated since the appeal launched in November to ensure that DAA’s crews remain fully stocked with everything they need for the winter months ahead.

For each of the incident's crews respond to, clinicians quickly work through the contents of their lifesaving critical care kits, which are stocked with essential medical supplies and equipment.

These kits and those back at base, must be fully replenished before crews are required to respond...

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Exeter Drug Problem: What’s Happening, Why It Matters, and How to Get Help

Bad language and festive jumpers round off a year of fundraising for RGB

NHS Chief Amanda Pritchard receives honorary degree from the University of Exeter

Small amounts of DIY waste to be accepted free of charge at Household Waste Recycling Centres from the New Year

Dr John Martin starts as Chief Executive at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Step up, Step in and STOP harassment and abuse of women and girls

Help your ambulance service this festive period

Police in Exeter thank the public in the run up to Christmas

Jack and the Beanstalk at Exeter care home

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Can you give a gift from your heart to their hands this Christmas?

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