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Work begins on £2.2m mental health R&D facility

Work has commenced on a new, state-of-the-art research facility at Devon Partnership NHS Trust's (DPT) Wonford House site in Exeter. It marks a significant milestone in the organisation’s ambition to expand access to clinical research and improve health outcomes for communities across Devon.

The new facility forms part of DPT’s wider strategy to increase research participation and address inequalities in access to clinical trials in the field of mental health. Research undertaken through the NHS England Research Engagement Network Development project has identified lower...

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Learning Disability Week asks “Do you see me?”

This year’s Learning Disability Week (15 to 21 June) asks “Do you see me?” and is all about ensuring people with a learning disability are seen, heard and valued. This aim is shared by Devon County Council’s Reaching for Independence team which offers short-term enabling support to people aged 17 years and upwards with eligible social care needs or likely to have them.

Over the last 12 months, Reaching for Independence has helped more than 1,850 people in the county. Of these referrals, 358 people had a Learning Disability diagnosis as the primary reason for needing support, as...

New paddling pools work to start in Heavitree soon

Work to create new paddling pools in Heavitree is to begin shortly after ageing infrastructure forced the current pools to close for the summer, the City Council has revealed.

The pools had reopened to families at the beginning of June but were forced to close on Friday after some of the mechanics failed.

Cllr Duncan Wood, Lead Councillor with responsibility for Leisure Services and Healthy Living, said: “We know this news will be upsetting for families and residents who were looking forward to using the pools this summer, and we are sorry.

“Despite exploring...

Inspirational Rainbow and Brownie leaders attend red carpet event

Last Saturday, an outstanding Exeter Brownie and Rainbow leader attended an exclusiveGirlguiding celebration along with the inspirational leader who mentored her.

Nicole McDermid, 19, and Amy Kellaway, 39, joined hundreds of fellow outstanding Girlguiding volunteers at the Girlguiding Celebrates event in London’s West End.

The fabulous annual party – now in its fourth year – thanked and celebrated volunteers who were nominated by other Girlguiding members, parents and carers for making incredible contributions, or who have recently achieved a guiding award.

The...

As Exeter Hits 90% Gigabit Speed Availability, What Does This Mean for Users?

More than half a decade since full-speed fibre internet first arrived in Exeter, the city has finally crossed the 90% penetration threshold . This means that nine out of ten homes within the city limits have access to gigabit speeds, with more added to the network every week. This plays an important part in the modernisation of any area, granting access to the full range of modern online technologies we increasingly rely on for professional and personal use.

As of writing, the current fibre penetration in Exeter reaches 90.4%, above the UK average of 87.8%. Far from the days of...

Rising stars shine in first year of relaunched women’s football pathway partnership

Exeter College and Exeter City FC Women are celebrating a successful first year since relaunching their Academy partnership, which is helping young women and girls across the South West combine elite football with exceptional education.

Relaunched in April 2025 to strengthen the pathway for talented female footballers, the renewed collaboration has already delivered success on the pitch and supported players to progress into senior football and gain international honours.

Thirty-five players represented Exeter College’s Women’s Football Academy during the 2025/26 season...

Be a hero for animals: RSPCA Week returns

The public is invited to join the fun this June - as RSPCA Week returns, with the chance for every animal lover to get involved with new challenges, pet-themed bake-offs, and inspiring ways to make a paws-itive, life-changing impact for animals in need.

The charity’s biggest annual fundraising event returns next week - from Monday (15 June) to Sunday (21 June).

This year, the charity is giving animal-lovers everywhere the chance to join the fun and make a difference, with the introduction of all-new free to download digital packs.

RSPCA Week is a seven-day...

When Love Becomes Advocacy

As Carers Week prompts conversations about supporting unpaid carers, I’ve found myself reflecting on something that has touched both my professional and personal life recently: advocacy.

And more specifically, what it feels like when advocacy is not a professional role, but something you find yourself doing because you care.

Over this last week I’ve found myself in tears, but even that word doesn’t really capture it.

It wasn’t just sadness. It wasn’t something that could be neatly named.

Underneath it was frustration. And underneath that was a kind of...

Community action makes a visible difference in Exeter city centre

Latest Neighbourhood Action Day brings together more than 30 volunteers to improve North and South Street and show pride in the city they share.

More than 30 people took part in the latest Neighbourhood Action Day on Wednesday 3 June, giving over 90 hours of their time to help improve Exeter city centre despite the rain. Their efforts showed the real, visible difference community action can make.

Small actions making a big difference

Organised by InExeter, the Business Improvement District for Exeter city centre, Neighbourhood Action Days bring together...

Could you help keep Devon moving? Volunteer drivers needed across the county

If you have a full driving licence, are over 21 with two years’ driving experience and access to a vehicle, becoming a Devon Community Driver could be the perfect opportunity.

Devon Community Drivers , a joint project between Devon Communities Together and Devon Access to Services (DAS), is encouraging residents across Devon to become volunteer drivers and inviting Community Transport Schemes to join a new pilot programme designed to attract more volunteers.

Every year, volunteer drivers across Devon help thousands of people get where they need to be – from hospital...

The dog community needs YOU! Dogs Trust's National Dog Survey 2026 is now open

With the launch of the National Dog Survey 2026 Dogs Trust, which has rehoming centres in Salisbury and Ilfracombe , is giving people in the South West the chance to share their stories about the vital role that dogs play in our lives, whether they have a dog or not. The survey helps Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, to improve dog welfare and understand the needs, concerns and realities of owning or being around dogs.

What do you do with your dog? What does being a committed dog owner mean to you? What would you like to see change for dogs? These are just some of...

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Work begins on £2.2m mental health R&D facility

Learning Disability Week asks “Do you see me?”

New paddling pools work to start in Heavitree soon

Inspirational Rainbow and Brownie leaders attend red carpet event

As Exeter Hits 90% Gigabit Speed Availability, What Does This Mean for Users?

Rising stars shine in first year of relaunched women’s football pathway partnership

Be a hero for animals: RSPCA Week returns

When Love Becomes Advocacy

Community action makes a visible difference in Exeter city centre

Could you help keep Devon moving? Volunteer drivers needed across the county

The dog community needs YOU! Dogs Trust's National Dog Survey 2026 is now open

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