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Incredible Mystical Allure of Dartmoor Brought into the Spotlight Amidst Efforts to Prevent Wildfires

Just south of Devon, you’ll find the sprawling landscape of Dartmoor, complete with a temperate rainforest, rolling hills, and a deep history of myth and folklore. It’s a unique place in the UK, and one that’s very accessible for those who want to immerse themselves in its incredible...

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Call to back police fairer funding plea

Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Hogg says the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics highlight the need for a fairer approach to central funding of police forces.

Speaking as the Government released its latest national statistics for police performance, Mr Hogg has urged the people of Devon and Cornwall to back his Fair Funding campaign which demands Home Secretary...

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Broadband boost for Devon businesswomen

Women in business in Devon and Somerset are set to benefit from a £1.1m superfast broadband fund as part of plans announced by the Prime Minister this week to ‘to end the gender pay gap in a generation’.

Devon and Somerset successfully bid for a share of the money which is being made available as part of the extension of a Government initiative, announced by the Chancellor in the...

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Univeristy celebrates launch of new Faculty of Physician Associates

Staff and students from the pioneering physician associate training programme at Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry (PUPSMD) are celebrating an important development for the profession, as the Faculty of the Royal College of

Physicians launches the first Faculty of Physician Associates in the UK.

The profession believes this is one more step closer...

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PhD student recognised for efforts to communicate science

A Plymouth University student is to receive a prestigious national award in recognition of her work to proactively generate interest in geology and the sciences.

Hazel Gibson, currently working on a PhD examining the public perception of geology, will be presented with the Charles Lyell Award by the British Science Association (BSA).

She will receive her accolade during the...

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Last few remaining properties at Exmouth development

Award-winning independent developer C G Fry & Son Ltd., is to hold an open weekend on the 1st and 2nd August at their Hillcrest Development in the popular seaside town of Exmouth where visitors will be able to view the last few remaining properties for sale. This includes the release of the four-bedroom detached show home with double garage and extras including curtains, light fittings and...

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Milestone for Gold Dust Appeal

Plymouth Hospital’s Gold Dust Appeal – raising money to transform the children’s wards – has reached a significant milestone of £15,000.

The Gold Dust Appeal aims to raise £100,000 to create a bright, welcoming environment on level 12 at Derriford Hospital.

This will include tactile, colourful and interactive displays for patients and their families. Anita Dykes, Matron for...

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Be BBQ safe this summer!

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service wants your BBQ and cricket celebrations to be a safe and enjoyable experience, but cooking over hot coals can be hazardous. Marc House, Community Safety Prevention Manager said: “It’s natural to want to go outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather with family and friends, especially with the Cricket on - many of us can’t wait to get the BBQ lit. We...

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Private sector growth at 12-month high

Private sector activity in the South West rose at the fastest pace for a year in June, according to the latest PMI® survey data.

That followed a slowdown in growth over the previous two months, and the latest expansion placed the South West among the fastest growing UK regions. That said, growth in total activity was partly accounted for by falling backlogs, as new business growth...

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Free flood warnings for EE customers

EE customers registered in flood risk areas in Devon and Cornwall will receive messages from the Environment Agency’s Floodline Warnings Direct service, giving people valuable time to prepare.

The scheme is the first of its kind in England and follows a successful pilot in Staffordshire in March this year.

Since 2010, the Floodline Warnings Direct service has enabled the...

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Plymouth set for The Party of the Summer

A small group of staff members at Santander and Plymouth University are organising ‘The Party of the Summer’, a huge, amazing event on Friday the 25th September 2015 for the people of Plymouth.

The summer party venue is a stunning marquee on Plymouth Hoe, boasting superb views of The Sound. Tickets are for over 18's only and can be purchased for just £15, with all profit going to Brain...

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