Office for National Statistics (ONS) data suggest that around 1.7 million people in the UK were estimated to have coronavirus in the week ending 18 June, an increase of 23 per cent in one week.
In Devon, the ONS data is showing a continuing rise in the number of people in hospital with coronavirus, and a rise in positive cases overall.
Steve Brown, Director of Public Health Devon says: “We are seeing a gradual climb again in the number of people in Devon reporting a positive coronavirus test. However, with fewer people testing, the actual numbers of people with the virus...
Two lecturers from the University of Exeter have been honoured for their work in the 2022 ASLE-UKI Book Prizes.
Dr Evelyn O’Malley , Senior Lecturer in Drama , was awarded the Critical Prize for her Academic Monograph, Weathering Shakespeare and Dr Ben Smith from the English Department was awarded the Creative Prize for his debut novel, Doggerland .
The ASLE-UKI Book Prize , inaugurated in 2021, has two categories: Best Academic Monograph (Critical Prize) in ecocriticism and environmental humanities and Best Work of Creative Writing in any form or genre with an...
Parenting Brand of the Year 2022 'The Positive Birth Company' has today released a free workshop 'Navigating pregnancy as a LGBT+ person’.
The free workshop is hosted by Laura-Rose, Founder of LGBT Mummies, an organisation that provides education, training and consultancy to establishments including the NHS to help better support the LGBT+ community through healthcare, workplace and society.
In the workshop, Laura-Rose provides practical guidance for expectant LGBT+ parents, helping you to feel more confident and empowered as you navigate pregnancy. Walking you through...
Hundreds of jobs are up for grabs this summer in key locations around the UK, including Exeter.
Work available ranges from merchandising, warehousing and field marketing to hospitality, retail and cleaning.
Many of the job roles are being driven by the growing demand from customers shopping online and the staycation boom. Job hotspots around the UK includeManchester, Liverpool, Exeter, Northampton, Oxford, Newcastle and Edinburgh.
Jobs available include temporary and full-time warehouse operatives and warehouse pick and pack work and delivery drivers. Chefs,...
A team of cyclists from National Highways have completed a gruelling 251-mile bike ride over 24 hours to raise funds for two mental health charities.
On June 23rd/24th, five members of the company’s South West team safely navigated the 251 miles on winding and hilly roads from Penzance in Cornwall, through Devon, Somerset and South Gloucestershire, to Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire.
The 24-hour fundraising effort, in aid of the Samaritans and the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity (Lighthouse Club), took the riders from Penzance along the A30 and up and across local...
We've all dreamed of winning the lottery someday. Oftentimes, those dreams will lead us to fantasise about what we would spend our dough on once the novelty cheque clears, be it mansions, flash cars, or dream holidays.
For the Devonlive.com list of the 79 millionaire lottery winners from Exeter and the surrounding Devon area, this has often translated to purchasing a sprawling seaside estate in cash, or even setting up a new local business. If you're wondering what Lotto winners tend to spend their money on, let's take a closer look and find out.
As the undisputed king of UK music festivals, Glastonbury always delivers some memorable moments across its plethora of stages.
While the headliners often dominate proceedings, one of the biggest thrills about Glastonbury is its power to produce surprises further down the bill.
As recently highlighted by Betway, that point was demonstrated to perfection in 2011 when Ed Sheeran announced himself to the world with a stunning set in the Croissant Neuf field.
With that in mind, we take a look at five unexpected highlights from this year’s Glastonbury Festival....
Matford Brook Academy, part of the Ted Wragg Trust is pleased to announce that Emily Simpson-Horne has been appointed as the first ever headteacher of the brand new school being built on the edge of Exeter within the Haldon Reach development.
Emily is an experienced headteacher and school leader in the South West after moving from working in education in the Midlands. Her most recent post was leading an all-through school during which she developed a passion for educating 2-16 year olds on the same site. Having worked with schools across the country to innovate community led, ‘...
People will be able to hone their grilling skills for free this week when the National BBQ Roadshow comes to the Devon County Show.
The three-day event takes place at Westpoint Showground, Clyst St Mary Exeter from Thursday through to Saturday.
As well as featuring numerous food stalls and live music, visitors will be able to see Brian “The Grillmaster” George sharing his 25 years’ experience BBQing.
Mr George will be giving demos on how to make everything from mouth-watering burgers to sizzling skewers, as well as giving top tips on how to make the most out of...
