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• Devon & Cornwall Police focus on anti-social behaviour

  Devon & Cornwall Police has strengthened its approach to tackling anti-social behaviour as part of the Government's Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. The Guarantee recognises the significant impact that anti-social behaviour can have on victims, communities and public confidence, and places neighbourhood policing at the heart of the response.

• Pressure remains on consultation over librarian jobs in Devon

  Pressure around a potential reduction in the number of librarians across Devon has ramped up after campaigners urged local politicians to scrutinise the process.

• Thirteen jailed after police take down huge criminal network that flooded Devon with drugs

  A total of 13 people have been sentenced to more than 80 years and five months in prison for their roles in organised crime conspiracies that flooded Devon with millions of pounds’ worth of illegal drugs.

• Devon & Cornwall Police Introduces Taser 10

  Members of the public across Devon and Cornwall may begin to notice officers carrying a new Taser device as Devon & Cornwall Police starts the introduction of Taser 10.

• New report highlights progress in strengthening Devon’s fostering services

  Devon County Council’s efforts to recruit and retain foster carers are beginning to reverse years of decline, creating more opportunities for vulnerable children to grow up in safe, loving family homes close to their communities.

• Campaigners hail victory in battle against proposed BESS in East Devon

  Campaigners fighting proposals to install a major battery energy storage system have claimed a victory after an appeal by the developer was dismissed.

• Out There’s Young Person’s Day library event returns but with changes

  Organisers behind an Exeter LGBTQ+ festival have altered the set-up for one of the events that previously courted some controversy.

• New website launched for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation

  A new website providing victims and survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation with information and support, as well as options in relation to requesting a review of a previously closed case, has been launched today.

• Chance to visit inspiring energy-saving homes this weekend

  Residents are being encouraged to take advantage of the final Open Eco Homes Devon weekend offering a unique opportunity to step inside homes that are warmer, greener and cheaper to run.

• St Thomas Splash Pad to close for winter as Heavitree improvements progress

  A popular water play facility in Exeter is set to close for the year following unseasonably warm September weather.

• Local Education Leaders Join Forces to Improve Secondary School Experience

  Teachers, headteachers and trust leaders from across the South West have gathered in Exeter to consider how schools can re-energise the early secondary years and make students’ experiences across years 7 to 9 more ambitious, engaging and purposeful.

• Live Longer Better Expands Across Devon

  New community hubs, face to face courses and a free online programme will help more older people stay active, connected and independent.

• Free taxi, anyone? Take a walk in Exmouth

  Residents in Exmouth hit by the closure of a pavement linked to ongoing roadworks on the edge of the town can secure free taxis on a specified route.

• Fire service consults on draft five-year strategic plan

  Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has launched a consultation exercise on its latest draft five-year strategic plan.

• Appeal following convenience store burglary, Whimple

  Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a burglary at a convenience store in Whimple, just outside of Cranbrook.

• Retailers reminded of new tobacco and vape sales laws

  Heart of the South West Trading Standards is reminding retailers about important new laws coming into force on Thursday 29 October 2026 that strengthen restrictions on the sale and promotion of tobacco, vape and nicotine products