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The South West ranks as the second most expensive region in the UK for driving lessons

For many young people, learning to drive is becoming an increasingly expensive milestone.

The research, commissioned by Monzo and conducted by Censuswide, surveyed 1,000 newly qualified drivers and found that learners across the UK spend an average of £1,218 on driving lessons....

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Can you help the west country’s special Cirl Buntings this spring?

The RSPB is appealing for volunteers to help them carry out their annual Cirl Bunting Survey. Between April-August volunteers are needed across Devon and Cornwall, but the charity are also expanding the survey this year to some specific areas of Somerset and Dorset, due to Devon’s Cirl Bunting population now spreading further afield.

To become a Cirl Bunting Survey Volunteer, visit:...

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Bideford Bells 11th May at St. Mary's Church Bideford

St Mary’s Church Bideford has a very fine peal of bells which regularly ring out over the town. The eight bells, all made and installed by Taylor’s of Peterborough in 1929 have recently been assessed by specialists Nicholson Engineering of Bridport. They say that musically ’the bells make a particularly fine peal’. They are now in need of some repair and restoration, however, and money needs...

New police app launches in Devon & Cornwall

Members of the public in Devon & Cornwall can now report crimes and incidents and find out how to access support for victims just by using a smartphone app.

The Police.UK app also gives crime prevention advice, information on local police contacts and an opportunity to compare crime rates in different parts of the country.

The app puts the public in control of reporting...

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Crediton Mother wins national lingerie model search

In time for National Lingerie Day, Curvy Kate, the trailblazing lingerie brand renowned for its dedication to diversity and inclusion, is thrilled to unveil Ellie Manning from Crediton, Exeteras one of their Top 5 winners for its 'Stars in Bras: Uplift Your Life' campaign. Departing from the traditional focus of serving the male gaze and hiring supermodels with unattainable bodies, Curvy Kate...

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Choir's season finale - an ‘Evening at the Opera’

Exeter Philharmonic Choir has a special ‘Evening at the Opera” planned to conclude its 2023/24 season on a high note. On the evening of 18th May, the Choir - accompanied by two rising stars of the professional opera world - will transport concert goers to the opera houses of Europe for a sparkling evening of arias, duets and choruses.

The season finale at St. David’s Church in Exeter...

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Westcountry Housebuilder Devonshire Homes Celebrates Grand Opening of New HQ at Historic Gotham House in Tiverton

Devonshire Homes, a leading housebuilder in the South West, welcomed the Mayor and Mayoress of Tiverton, Wally and Ann Burke to an official opening ceremony of their new headquarters at Gotham House in Tiverton. The grand opening marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues its journey of growth and expansion.

The ceremonial cutting of the ribbon at the special...

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Police catch 100 vehicles speeding in Newton Abbott as part of National ‘Fatal Five’ campaign

Throughout April, Devon & Cornwall Police are carrying out proactive operations, targeting drivers who ignore road traffic laws and put lives at risk.

In an effort to reduce serious and fatal collisions, Roads Policing Officers from Devon & Cornwall Police are working alongside Patrol Officers, the Personal and Professional Development Unit, Special Constables and the Driver...

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Nationwide’s Exmouth branch celebrates 50th birthday with East Devon MP

Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, visited Nationwide Building Society’s Exmouth branch on the 19th of April to celebrate its 50thanniversary in the town.

Celebrating their achievements and service to the local community, Simon Jupp MP met with Michael Roberts, Manager of Nationwide Exmouth, and branch staff who help to serve some of the 37,748 Nationwide members across East Devon....

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Update on Exmouth seawall repair and demolition of seafront building

The works to replace the damaged seawall and building on Exmouth seafront are progressing well. This is despite the severe damage, caused a few weeks ago by storms, to the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) building, slipway and further sections of the seawall.

Building control considered the NCI building dangerous and found it had become severely undermined and unrepairable,...

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Applications pouring in for East Devon's latest business grant fund

East Devon District Council is experiencing a surge in interest for its latest grant fund, reflecting a strong demand to innovate and diversify among local businesses and organisations.

Round 3 of the Innovation and Resilience Grant Fund (IRF3) aims to bolster sustainable economic growth in the district, particularly in the most rural areas. IRF3 has attracted widespread interest...

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