People in Plymouth who want to kick the smoking habit in the New Year are being asked to get into another habit instead.
Smokers who intend to use electronic cigarettes to help them with their New Year’s resolution are being reminded to get rid of the cartridge or batteries responsibly.
Cabinet member for the Environment Councillor Brian Vincent said: “We keep an eye on what...
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a 38-year-old in Plymouth.
Police and ambulance were called to a property in King Street, Stonehouse, on Friday (3 January) after concerns were raised for the welfare for a man inside.
On entering the property they found a 38-year-old man who had sustained a serious stab wound.
A new poster campaign aimed at helping patients get the help they need this winter has been launched by the British Medical Association. The posters, distributed to all GP practices across the South West encourages patients to self-care , for example when suffering from colds or sore throat, rather than visiting their local GP or A&E.
The South West Crayfish project an organisation which is working to protect native white-clawed crayfish through field conservation work, captive breeding and education, are celebrating after moving over 4,000 endangered White-clawed crayfish to safe haven ‘Ark sites'.
The South West Crayfish Project is led by Buglife, Avon Wildlife Trust, Bristol Zoo Gardens and the Environment Agency...
Professional union, Prospect has urged the government to suspend its job cuts at the Environment Agency in the light of the recent widespread flooding.
The Agency has confirmed that it will be cutting 1,500 jobs including some from flood protection as part of the government’s latest round of austerity cuts.
Although it is unclear which area of the organisation will see the job...
Councillors at Plymouth City Council have decided to scrap plans to develop a Gypsy and Traveller site at Military Road in Efford.
Part funding and planning permission had been secured for a 10 pitch site but now councillors believe a historic commitment not to develop the site for this purpose should be honoured. Instead, it is intended to protect the land from development by creating...
The County Council continues to work closely with the Environment Agency, District Councils and the Police to help manage the severe weather and tidal events today.
Motorists are being reminded to take extra care and to avoid travelling through deep water. Also to drive more slowly in the wet conditions and be considerate to other roads users and adjacent property owners.
