The head of CBI, the UK’s main business lobby has called for a more “balanced” economic recovery as part of organisations’ annual New Year’s message today.
John Cridland, the CBI Director-General said that there were too many people still “stuck” in minimum wage jobs despite the economy improving.
He said: “The recovery is taking root and business leaders have a spring in their step compared to this time last year – but this is no time to rest on our laurels. “Businesses must support employees in every part of the country to move up the career ladder, while also giving a...
Devon County Council is re-organising the on-street parking service to reduce the costs of enforcement.
The County Council has been reviewing the structure of its Civil Parking Enforcement (CPE) over the past year in order to reduce the operating deficit in this part of the service.
Since the introduction of the CPE service, the District Councils have provided on-street enforcement under agreement with the County Council. A review of the service showed that significant costs savings could be made by re-organising the way the service is provided. As a result, notice was...
Devon & Cornwall Police have arrested a 25-year-old man after reports that a wild deer was shot in the head with a crossbow.
The man was arrested on suspicion of being in possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and has been bailed until 7 February 2014.
The man who was bailed from Charles Cross police station is helping police with their enquiries.
The deer was shot on Sunday 29th December 2013 in the Plymbridge area of Plymouth and is believed to be wounded and in need of treatment for its injuries.
More than 22,000 people came to Christmas services and concerts at Exeter Cathedral over the Christmas period this year.
There were more people at every service this year in the run up to Christmas, adding up to a 13 per cent rise on last year's attendances.
On Christmas Day, 1,450 people came to services, and more than a thousand came to lunchtime carols in the week before Christmas. The crib service on Christmas Eve attracted 600 people and children, and the evening service that day, known as the Grandisson, drew in 1,700 people to sing carols and hear all the choristers...
The Environment Agency is warning of further floods today issuing 5 flood warnings and 27 flood alerts across the South West as the severe wind and rain continue to affect the region.
The River Teign near Chudleigh and Kingsteignton, the River Yarty and the River Dart are all expected to see localised flooding with residents warned to take immediate flood protection action.
Coastal regions are also asked to remain cautious in th efface of potential flooding, An Environment Agency spokesman said: "From Monday onwards large waves and strong winds are expected along the south...
A nostalgic evening of much loved songs, poems and sketches from the First and Second World Wars. Presented by Nostalgia Incorporated (formerly the Old Bull and Bush Company).
MEMBERS of the Northern, Eastern and Western Devon Clinical Commissioning Group’s nursing team have been baking for a good cause.
The Exeter-based team was inspired by the Great British Bake Off TV show to bake their favourite cup cakes, chocolate pudding and sponge, and helped raise money for the 1664 Challenge.
The 1664 Challenge aims to raise £500,000 for injured Royal Marines. The nursing team raised £200 for the charity.
The idea to support the armed forces charity came from Sue Moreton, a manager with the Chief Nursing Team, after her son, Sam, a Captain with...
The RSPCA is warning owners to make sure their animals are safe ahead of new storms expected over the next couple of days.
Many people have struggled over the Christmas period after torrential weather hit parts of England and Wales. Heavy rain and high winds could also pose a threat to wildlife, horses and livestock and the RSPCA has received hundreds of calls about animals which have been affected – at times with devastating consequences.
With more bad weather expected over the next couple of days, we are urging pet owners and farmers in areas predicted to be hit by storms...
Exeter Chiefs may not have finished 2013 as they would have hoped, but already skipper Dean Mumm is aiming to start the New Year with a bang.
Just days after coming unstuck 22-6 to Harlequins in Big Game 6 at a packed Twickenham, the experienced Aussie forward already has his sights set on Sunday's Aviva Premiership trip to London Wasps (3pm).
Determined to get Devon's finest back amongst the division's leading pack, Mumm says it's vital he and his team-mates respond in the right way at Adams Park.
“Sunday’s game certainly takes on greater importance now,” said Mumm...
