East Devon District Council is pleased to report that so far this year most dog owners are obeying the various dog control measures on beaches.
Everyone wants to enjoy the beach, particularly in warm summer weather, and it is quite possible for all users to get along together if everyone is considerate to others.
Details of the Dog Ban areas are shown on the large signs that are easy to see at the main entrances to the beaches, and also by checking the East Devon website. Regardless of any official restrictions, all dog owners must always behave responsibly with their dogs...
People across Devon and Cornwall are being asked to share their experiences of using the police non-emergency number 101.
Based on feedback he receives during engagement events Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Hogg has today launched a major public consultation as part of his office’s review into the 101 service.
The review will be led by Dr Karen Vincent, the OPCC’s Performance and Customer Service Manager, in collaboration with the Force and will assess how well the service is meeting the needs of callers and to identify and deliver any required changes.
This summer, LEO Pharma and Otter Nurseries have teamed up to bring the Know Your Skin™ campaign to Devon to raise awareness of solar keratosis among gardeners. Solar keratosis (also known as SK) is defined as rough or scaly skin patches that develop where unprotected skin has been exposed to sun over time. SK can lead to non-melanoma skin cancer in a small number of cases.
On Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 August 2014, Otter Nurseries in Ottery St Mary will play host to the Know Your Skin campaign where visitors will be able to learn how to check their skin for sun damage and obtain...
Rural crime cost the South West economy an estimated £5.5 million in 2013 (a slight decrease from £5.6 million in 2012).
The figures are part of a UK-wide survey by NFU Mutual.
The leading rural insurer’s annual Rural Crime Survey shows the nationwide cost of rural crime totalled an estimated £44.5 million in 2013 – a rise of 5.2%.
The most common items targeted by thieves in the South West over the last 12 months were tools, quad bikes and machinery such as hay balers and ploughs.
More than half of staff interviewed from hundreds of NFU Mutual offices in...
Home and business owners are being urged to be extra vigilant as the firefighters strike enters its third day today.
The action is part of a dispute between the Fire Brigades Union and the Government over pension reforms.
Firefighters will strike between noon and 2pm and 10.59pm and 11.59pm until Saturday 16 August.
While the issue is a matter between the Fire Brigades Union and Government, every Fire & Rescue Service has a legal duty to maintain a level of service to local communities as best it can.
Area Manager Phil Martin, Head of Community Safety...
An award-winning Global Village Market is set to bring an International flavour to The Strand Gardens in Exmouth.
From Thursday 14 August until Sunday 17 August, a selection of traders from around the world will be offering a mouth-watering selection of continental goodies. Shoppers will be spoilt for choice at this free international event.
Exmouth will be treated to some mouth-watering treats including traditional Italian Biscotti, cakes and soft nougat, while shoppers can also try some tasty Bratwurst sausages from a traditional German Schwenkgrill! Jimmy Bean will also...
RGB Building Supplies is giving tradesmen and women in the local area another chance to enter their Well Built Stamp of Excellence Awards before the first winner is chosen in September.
The awards aim to recognise the excellent work that honest and highly skilled construction workers do, as well as providing a useful and helpful resource for people in Exeter who are looking for a builder, plumber, roofer or decorator.
RGB’s customers are able to pick up a Well Built Stamp of Excellence form from the Exeter branch and hand it to their client to fill in. Their clients will be...
The Exeter Initiative for Science and Technology is launching its first conference on 4th September at the University of Exeter Forum, bringing together leading figures from business and academia to raise awareness and discuss the impact of data, science and technology on food security and production.
Inside the last 30 years, Britain’s self-sufficiency has fallen from 78% to just 60% in food production, and the conference aims at evaluating farming techniques, and addressing the challenge of securing self sufficiency for the future. Yesterday (Thursday 7th August) was when the...
