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Over recent months, local authorities have increased targets to effectively separate out materials for re-use, recycling and recovery. These new rules are part of a broader national legislative trend introduced in the last few years that seek to make waste management, disposal and recycling (at all levels) safer and more sustainable.

Another objective of the new national legislations is to promote the use of waste or used materials within the economy, ultimately fostering a stronger circular (and greener) industry. This is especially relevant for refuse and debris from...

Money paid by developers building homes in and around Exeter could be used to fund a £6million refurbishment of a run-down leisure centre in the city’s most deprived area.

Sport England is also prepared to chip in with a third of the cost of creating a new ‘hub’ for Wonford, which has some of the poorest health figures in the city and lowest levels of physical activity.

Planning permission was given for the project on the site of the Wonford Leisure Centre last year, and now city councillors are likely to rubber-stamp the funding package to allow the revamp to go ahead...

To mark National Puppy Day (23rd March), the annual celebration of the unconditional love and joy that puppies bring into our lives, Guide Dogs is sharing puppy love and searching for more volunteers across South and Mid Devon.

Unlike pet puppies, guide dog pups are brought up to be given the skills and experience they need to succeed as life-changing guide dogs, supporting people with sight loss.

This includes building their confidence in different environments and getting them used to new sights, sounds and smells.

Puppies live at home with their puppy raisers...

The Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) is delighted to announce that John Lee OBE DL has been appointed President of the Devon County Show 2026.

John is a highly respected figure in British agriculture and has been a steadfast supporter of the Young Farmers’ movement. He brings decades of leadership, enthusiasm, and dedicated service to this distinguished role.

His profound connection to Devon’s agricultural sector began with his upbringing on his family’s beef, sheep, and cereals farm. This provided the foundation for John’s enduring commitment to rural...