Devon County Council's deputy leader is set to become the new leader of the authority.
James McInnes has been chosen by the ruling Conservative group to replace John Hart. Long-standing Cabinet member Andrea Davis will become deputy leader.
The changes are set to be ratified at the council's annual meeting on Thursday 23 May.
Mr Hart is being nominated to become chairman of the council at the same meeting.
Mr McInnes represents Hatherleigh and Chagford and is a retired farmer from West Devon. He is married with a daughter.
Staff at the Bloor Homes at Pinhoe development close to Exeter are celebrating a 100% satisfaction score from customers who purchased a new home there, when asked in an independent survey by the National House Building Council (NHBC).
The score is based on individual customer responses after they move into their new home and supports NHBC’s purpose of ‘raising standards in house building by championing high-quality homes and protecting homeowners, through training and quality services and by assessing, inspecting and directly insuring new homes registered with them’.
InExeter is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Fore Street Flea, scheduled for Sunday 12th May 2024. Taking place in the heart of Exeter's West Quarter, this beloved community event promises a day of excitement, discovery, and celebration.
Originating in 2016 as a grassroots initiative by local businesses along Fore Street, the Fore Street Flea has since become a cherished tradition in Exeter. Now organised by InExeter as the Business Improvement District for Exeter, this event continues to thrive, supporting local businesses and nurturing a vibrant...
Researchers working on solutions for antifungal resistance are being encouraged to apply to a new £3.4 million fund led by the University of Exeter with UK government funding.
The new fund, called FAILSAFE ( Fungal AMR Innovations for LMICS: Solutions and Access For Everyone ), is being launched by the University of Exeter’s MRC Centre for Medical Mycology, in partnership with the UK Department of Health and Social Care’s Global AMR Innovation Fund (GAMRIF).
Life-threatening fungal diseases take as many lives annually as TB or malaria, but the organisms that cause them...
As part of its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, Devon County Show is to introduce British Sign Language (BSL) to cater to the Deaf Community on Thursday 16th May - the first day of the 2024 show.
Two BSL interpreters will sign in tandem with commentaries for events across both the Main Arena and the Countryside (Phil Greed) Arena.
The signing in the main arena will take place from the dedicated disability platform. The signing in the Countryside Arena will take place to the side of the commentary box and an area will be cordoned off in front of the...
Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (02 May) saw the first flight of its new summer ’24 route to Palma de Mallorca take-off from Exeter Airport.
This exciting new Ryanair route will operate four times per week as part of Ryanair’s record summer ’24 schedule, providing customers with even more choice at the lowest fares.
Palma is just one of 4 routes that Ryanair will operate to/from Exeter Airport this summer, alongside sunny favourites Alicante, Faro, and Malaga.
Ryanair’s full Exeter summer ’24 schedule is available to book now on ryanair.com .
UK & Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson is pleased to announce that it has acquired the business of Paul Taylor, a sole practitioner based in Exeter specialising in the Real Estate and retail sector, trading as Paul Taylor Solicitors.
Paul Taylor is a renowned character in the South West legal industry, with a wealth of experience and a strong reputation. He has been the sole real estate advisor to entrepreneur Chris Dawson and his flagship store group, The Range, for over 25 years, seeing the seismic growth of the retailer from five stores (when he was first instructed) to...
People are being reminded to make sure they have appropriate photo ID on them when voting in this Thursday’s (2 May) elections in Exeter.
Polling stations will be open from 7am until 10pm across the city as people go to the polls. The elections in Exeter are for the City Council as well as the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Anyone who is unsure of where to vote can enter their postcode or address on the City Council website https://my.exeter.gov.uk/service/Polling_Station_Finder to find out which polling station to use....
The River Discovery Zone is coming to the Devon County Show for the first time in 2024.
It will be a biennial feature and is designed to showcase the endeavours of Devon landowners, farmers, national environment, organisations, businesses, and community groups, working to improve the health of our rivers and restore wildlife habitat.
The Zone has been curated by South Devon River Champion, Louise Wainwright. Commenting, she said: ‘Pollution of our rivers and the loss of wildlife habitat is of serious concern throughout Devon. HM Government has determined that all rivers...
As exam season approaches, it can be normal for young people, and anyone who supports them, to experience some moments of anxiety and uncertainty. There's widespread recognition that taking a break and being active in nature can help reduce these feelings for everyone. Being in a natural environment allows the body to relax, rejuvenating the mind and enhancing concentration and focus when it's most crucial, helping us to feel healthier and happier.
This May, the Naturally Healthy campaign, led by Active Devon and Devon County Council on behalf of the Devon Local Nature...
