Devon and Cornwall Police welcomes a new Assistance Chief Constable today, Monday 6 March.
Assistance Chief Constable Dave Thorne is no stranger to the Force, after joining Devon & Cornwall Police in 1999 where he spent the next 21 years before being appointed as Assistant Chief Constable in South Wales Police in June 2020.
Dave’s early career path predominantly lay in Public Protection and Major Crime detective positions before being was accredited to run homicide investigations. Latterly, he took up uniformed command roles, including Plymouth Commander, where he...
The Cheltenham Festival is one of the biggest and most prestigious events in the horse racing calendar, attracting the very best horses, trainers, and jockeys from all around the world. The festival is held annually in March at Prestbury Park and features a total of 28 races spread across four days of thrilling competition.
Read on as we take a closer look at some of the most prestigious races at the Cheltenham Festival, including recent successful winners, and some of the best trainers and horses to watch out for.
CO2 to fall by 233 tonnes over the next five years
Vehicle idling reduced by 9%
80% fall in harsh acceleration
96% Elite Driver rate
East of England Co-op, the fourth largest consumer co-operative in the UK, has achieved dramatic drops in fuel use, emissions, and vehicle idling, across its fleet of 104 vehicles thanks to the adoption of British green-tech for fleets.
The cutting edge in-cab driver coaching technology and rewards platform, developed by Lightfoot, has helped East of England Co-op achieve average fuel savings of up to...
When most people are looking to sell their homes or are looking for a way to give their homes a facelift, they turn their attention to the kitchen. Almost everyone has been in a home where the kitchen has been spectacular, and it has become something of a status symbol to have a kitchen that is top of the line in relation to the layout, the colour scheme, and, of course, what the countertops are made of.
Quartz countertops have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for a good reason. They offer numerous advantages over other countertop materials such as granite, marble...
A sponsored swimming challenge which raises vital funds for leading charity Diabetes UK returns this spring – and a call has gone out for people from Devon to sign up.
Swim22 runs between 22 March and 22 June and involves swimming a total of 22 miles –the same distance as the English Channel. Participants can take on the challenge at their own pace, in their local pool or the open water, accumulating the miles across the course of the 12 weeks.
All funds raised will go towards Diabetes UK’s work funding life-saving research and ensuring everyone living with diabetes gets...
Engagement rings are an iconic symbol of love and commitment, with their setting just as significant as the diamond or gemstone it holds. A ring's setting can enhance its beauty, protect it from damage, and even alter its perceived size and brilliance. In this article we'll take a closer look at different types of engagement ring settings and their features before you purchase one on https://yourasteria.com/collections/engagement-wedding-rings .
Prong Setting
The prong setting is the most common type of engagement ring setting, and for good reason. This classic design...
Indulge in a luxurious weekend of ultimate relaxation in one of the most beautiful spots in the world
Hilton Lake Como is perfectly located to explore both the lake and the City of Como itself. Offering amazing views of the lake, a rooftop pool and restaurant, a decadent spa and spacious suites and bedrooms, this really is the perfect hotel to relax in and take in those oh so beautiful surroundings.
Situated on the site of a former silk factory, Hilton Lake Como makes quite the impression on approach. Just a street back from the lake, the hotel sits in a commanding position...
A new league table has revealed which police forces have been issuing the most speeding tickets in Britain.
Drivers in West Yorkshire are most likely to be caught speeding, according to the league table put together by road safety experts at Road Angel .
Police there issued almost a quarter of a million fines for speeding during 2021 and 2022, far more than any other force who provided their data. However the experts were keen to stress that only 23 out of 44 police forces provided figures.
Number of speeding tickets issued by Police forces in Britain from (Jan...
Exeter Scout and Guide Gang Show will be celebrating an amazing 40 years as it returns to the city this Easter.
Taking place from Wednesday 5th to Saturday 8th April at Isca Academy, Exeter Gang Show is packed full of popular songs, dance, comedy and laugh out loud sketches performed by Scouts and Guides from across Exeter and the local area.
The cast of 60 Cubs, Brownies, Scouts, Guides, Explorers, Rangers and their Leaders are coming together to mark 40 years since the very first Exeter Gang Show was performed back in 1983.
Forget Tom Top Gun Cruise – you can meet a real life Maverick when the former leader of the RAF’s most famous unit comes to Exeter.
Wing Commander Simon Meade O.B.E. is the former Commanding Officer and Team Leader of the Red Arrows Aerobatic Display Team.
He will be giving a talk and special presentation at Exeter School on Friday March 31 (7:30) to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity.
Simon is an inspiring speaker who draws on his wealth of experience in delivering results in an environment where failure is not an option and mistakes costs lives.
