Lifestyle

Researchers at the University of Exeter have found evidence of a link between poverty and attention defect hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.

An analysis of more than 19,500 UK children aged 13 and under found that there was a significantly higher number of children from families living below the poverty line had been diagnosed with ADHD.

The study also found that a...

“We are lucky to work with so many amazing people”... the words of the Communications Team at Plymouth Hospitals after becoming double award-winners at a prestigious industry awards ceremony.

The Communications Team, based at Derriford Hospital, was shortlisted in two categories, Not for-Profit Campaign and Public Sector Campaign, in the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)...

The completion of seven coastal access schemes along parts of the South West Coast Path, and the addition of 40 extra walks on its website means that now, for the first time, thousands of people with limited mobility and those with young children in pushchairs are able to enjoy stretches of the breathtaking National Trail that were once impassable.

Newly accessible walks include parts...

In a motion to be debated by full Council on Monday 25 November, Councillor Mark Lowry is warning that the city is facing a housing crisis and asking for support for the Yes to Homes campaign.

Councillor Lowry, Cabinet member for Finance whose portfolio includes housing delivery said: “By supporting the National Housing Federation’s Yes to Homes campaign we show that we are committed...