South West Liberal Democrats have announced their candidate list for the 2014 European elections.
Lib Dems in the South West region have overwhelmingly voted to select sitting MEP, Sir Graham Watson to lead the party’s list in a ballot of party members.
The UK will vote for its Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) on 22 May 2014 - the same day it goes to the polls for local council elections.
Six MEPs are elected, under a party list system of proportional representation, to represent the South West constituency which is made up of Devon, Cornwall, Somerset,...
Devon and Somerset firefighters have appealed to councillors over the decision to allow fire chief Lee Howell to work part time and begin as a fire advisor in Wales.
Representatives from the Fire Brigades Union have written asking for an explanation and expressing their ‘grave concern’ over the decision, which will see Howell working for the Welsh Government two days a week.
In the letter, Brigade Secretary, Trevor French, said: “The decision to grant permission for the Chief Fire Officer to undertake part time work is outrageous, wrong and a kick in the teeth for the hard...
Over 1,000 cyclists took to their saddles last weekend (Sunday 11 August) for the second Jurassic Classic cycling event organised by Prostate Cancer UK, raising over £100,000 for the charity and putting the Jurassic Classic firmly on the cycling map.
Riders of all abilities – aged from 12 to 70 and from all over the country - gathered in East Devon to take part in the 100mile, 100km or 50km routes experiencing fantastic weather and stunning scenery along the Jurassic coastline. The event was a sell-out, with the number of riders taking part on the day exceeding all expectations....
The Celtic Media Festival returns for the 35th year running as major international festival.
The festival will take place on 2 April 2014 for three days in the scenic seaside town of St Ives. It aims to promote the distinctive language and culture of the Celtic regions on screen, and is expected to attract over 300 delegates.
Leo Devine , Head of BBC South West Region, said: “Hosting an international festival of this calibre will provide a fantastic opportunity for Cornwall to showcase the amazing array of creative media talent in our part of the world."
Jon Brookes, the drummer with the British rock band The Charlatans, has died at the age of 44.
He had been receiving treatment for a brain tumour after suffering a seizure on tour in 2010.
A founder member, Brookes enjoyed long-running success with the band, recording 11 studio albums between 1990 and 2010.
The Charlatans first enjoyed success with the hit single The Only One I Know amid a blossoming UK indie music scene that had found its figureheads in influential Manchester bands The Stone Roses and Happy Mondays.
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service will be opening its doors to the public later this month for a free Family Open Day.
The event at Service Headquarters, Clyst St George, Exeter, on Saturday 17 August, 10am – 4pm, will raise money for the Fire Fighters Charity and Hope for Children.
Phil Martin, Area Manager for Community Safety, said: “This is a great opportunity to provide a day’s entertainment and insight into the work of fire and rescue services as well as providing an opportunity to make people safe.
Imagine the tone of Robin Trower, the inspiration of Hendrix, the influence of Stevie Ray Vaughan, the energy of Bonamassa, the intensity of Walter Trout and the haunting vocal of Stevie Nicks all rolled into one... then let me introduce Chantel McGregor, one of the most exciting rock and blues musicians that the UK has ever produced! At the age of eight Chantel became the youngest person in the country to pass a Rock school exam and at 12, she was jamming in her native Bradford and evolving into an incredible musician.
Described as a prodigy, at 14 Chantel was told by major labels...
Police in Torquay are appealing for witnesses and information after an incident at the junction of Walnut Road and Oldmill Road in the town.
Some time between 3pm and 3.10pm on Wednesday, 7 August 2013, the drivers of a red Jaguar and blue Mercedes CLK are believed to have been involved in an altercation at the junction, which police believe would have been seen by other motorists in the area.
The 66-year-old male driver of the Mercedes suffered cuts, bruises and a damaged shirt as a result of the incident and police are keen to speak to the driver of the Jaguar to get an...
