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Honorary degree for former Exeter MP

Former city MP Ben Bradshaw thanked University of Exeter students for “all they have given the city” as he joined their graduation ceremony to be given his own honorary degree.

Sir Ben’s award was in recognition of public service, including his achievements to boost the quality of schools in Exeter, bring jobs to the city and his campaigning for LGBT rights.

During his 27 years as Exeter’s MP he worked to bring the Met Office to the city and worked closely with the University of Exeter and others in the community to bring about a huge school reorganisation and rebuilding...

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ExIST respond to warning from Efra committee

Following Tuesday’s warning from the environment, food and rural affairs (Efra) select committee that the UK’s self-sufficiency for food that can be grown domestically has fallen from 87% to 68% in 20 years, the Exeter Initiative for Science and Technology (ExIST) have highlighted their planned conference ‘the impact of data, science and technology on food security and production’ taking place at the Forum, University of Exeter on 4 September 2014.

Professor Sarah Gurr, Chair in Food Security at the University of Exeter and a speaker at the conference, said: “We are becoming...

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Devon residents win industry award for bringing rogue trader to justice

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 1:51pm

A group of residents from Kingsbridge have been recognised for their bravery in bringing a rogue trader to justice following an investigation by Devon and Somerset Trading Standards.

The three residents along with Sergeant Rachel Ward and Trading Standards Officer, David Keys are the proud recipients of the Trading Standards Heroes Award, given out a glitzy ceremony in Harrogate today (Thursday 3 July)

The event, organised and hosted by the Trading Standards Institute recognises acts of bravery or hard work which have made an outstanding contribution to consumer protection...

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Contractor fined for land drainage offences

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 1:38pm

South West Highways has been ordered to pay more than £11,000 in fines and costs. The case was brought by the Environment Agency.

In 2013 the company carried out repairs on Kersham Bridge at Bridge Reeve near Chulmleigh. The work required the erection of scaffolding in the River Taw under two of the bridge’s three arches. South West Highways was expected to start work on 19 August and take approximately four weeks.

Land drainage consent was obtained from the Environment Agency. Just before work commenced South West Highways were asked if they could also paint part of the...

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South West in vanguard of surge in self-build homes

Authored by Newshound
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 12:26pm

People who want to build their own home will be able to turn to their council to make their dream a reality, under measures announced by Nick Boles yesterday (2 July).

The Planning Minister said he would give aspiring self and custom builders a new Right to Build, which would enable them to ask their council to identify a shovel-ready site for their project.

Prospective self and custom builders will be able to register their interest with the local council, who will then be required to offer suitable serviced plots for sale at market value.

Teignbridge Council in...

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UK airport security stepped up

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 11:32am

Security is being stepped up at all British airports after United States officials raised fears that terrorists in Syria and Yemen are working together to develop explosives, which could be smuggled onto planes.

The Department for Transport said the extra security measures were not expected to cause "significant disruption" to passengers.

A spokesman for the DFT said: "The UK Government keeps aviation security under constant review in conjunction with international partners and the aviation industry.

“We have taken the decision to step up some of our aviation...

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Police appeal for help in tracing missing man

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 8:41am

Police are asking for the public’s help to trace a 39-year-old missing man believed to be in Ilfracombe. Officers are extremely concerned for the welfare of Nicholas Le Corre who is thought to have visited St Philip and St James Church sometime during the night. Police believe he may be visiting local churches and beauty spots and the public are asked to report any sightings to police. Local police units, including the Force helicopter and dog unit, are currently searching for Mr Le Corre in Ilfracombe and the surrounding area. It is believed Nicholas is originally from the Liskeard and...

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Epic bikathon around UK coast starts in Exeter

Authored by Newshound
Posted: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 8:27am

Father and son’s epic ‘bikathon’ around the UK coast

This year’s summer holiday is set to be the cycling adventure of a lifetime for Dwight Wood and his 11 year old son Lewis. The London-based pair are planning a 60 day ‘round UK coast tour’ taking in 2,650 miles of spectacular scenery and sights.

Dwight, who is Chairman of the Friends of Wanstead Parklands Preservation Group in East London, is an energetic campaigner for sustainable living and is co-founder of ‘ItDoesTheJob.com’ specialists in lifestyle products for low-energy living.

The bike ride has been planned...

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Broadclyst residents vote for outdoor sports

People in the parish of Broadclyst have had their say on how to spend money on outdoor sports in the town - and they've opted to support a broad range of very different schemes.

In a joint project run between Broadclyst Parish Council and East Devon District Council, residents voted on how they would like £11,800 to be spent on outdoor sports in the community. Well over 100 Broadclyst residents took part in the voting.

The funding for these projects (Section 106 money) is available as a result of a number of housing developments in Broadclyst. Section 106 money is collected...

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More homes fuel employment opportunities

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 07/02/2014 - 10:50pm

The managing director of Exeter’s leading housebuilder says that a 28% increase in the number of house completions in the first six months of the year is fuelling further employment opportunities across the region.

Simon Perks, managing director of Persimmon Homes South West, today welcomed news that the business legally completed 6,408 new homes in the first six months of 2014, a 28% increase on the same period last year, when the housebuilder completed 5,022 new homes.

“Every extra home we build leads to more employment, both directly at Persimmon Homes South West as well...

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Fire crews called to blaze in Exmouth

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/02/2014 - 2:15pm

Fire crews were called to Exmouth this afternoon after reports of smoke coming from a flat.

Three appliances from Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton and Topsham attended the fire at Rapunszels Hair Salon in Albion Street at 12.19pm.

Upon arrival, crews found a small fire in the kitchen above the hair saloon. Two breathing apparatus, one hose reel jet, one covering jet and a thermal imaging camera were used.

One cat was rescued by fire service personnel.

The fire involving materials that had been left on the hob in the kitchen, and minor damage was caused to the...

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