Cornwall likely to get its own devolution deal

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Cornwall has secured a political victory after the government confirmed it would not pursue a merger with Devon, and would instead likely offer a bespoke devolution deal.Communities secretary Steve Reed told Cornwall Council leaders the agreement respected Cornwall's unique identity and would not require an amalgamation with neighbouring authorities. The move comes after a year of cross-party campaigning by Cornwall's MPs, who pushed back against Labour's preference for regional mayor-led authorities, said the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS).…

Death toll from flooding in southern Thailand reaches at least 145 | Climate Crisis News

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Human toll rises as flooding leaves trail of damage and causes severe disruption, leaving thousands of people stranded.Published On 28 Nov 202528 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareThe death toll from devastating floods across southern Thailand has risen to 145, with more than 100 people killed in the hard-hit Songkhla province alone, according to the government.Devastating flooding has overwhelmed southern Thailand this week, particularly in the Hat Yai district, near the border with Malaysia.Recommended Stories list…

‘Killer kerb’ and Mary Berry’s 90th cake

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BBCA West Country baker revealed they had been tasked with baking Mary Berry's birthday cakeHere's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.Our pick of local website storiesAn Amazon lorry was caught on film struggling to get past Salisbury's so-called 'killer kerb', which has damaged a number of cars according to the Salisbury Journal. Burnham-on-Sea.com has marked the "end of an era" as newsagents GW Hurley…

Cornish language set to get top level protection

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Jonathan MorrisSouth WestBBCThe government has been investing in Cornish language teachingKernewek, the Cornish language, is set to stand alongside Welsh, Irish Gaelic and Scots Gaelic after the government recommended it for the highest level of protection available.Part III status under the Charter for Regional or Minority Languages requires the government to adopt measures to protect and promote the language in areas such as education, the justice system and culture.For instance, the charter says criminal proceedings should be carried…

Honiton Road Moor Exchange Retail Park Plans Set For Approval – Exeter Observer

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Honiton Road Moor Exchange Retail Park Plans Set For Approval – Exeter Observer

Democracy doesn't work when people don't know Upgrade to paid E O Exeter Observer Local news that matters NEWS Final revised proposals for 12,400 square metre “town centre facilities” with 376 car parking spaces in Honiton Road trigger another public consultation five years after Exeter City Council granted outline planning permission for development. Friday 28

Honiton Road “Moor Exchange” retail park plans set for approval

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Exeter City Council is set to approve final, revised plans for the construction of a 12,400 square metre retail park in Honiton Road for which it granted outline planning approval five years ago.The development, referred to as Moor Exchange, is to provide three retail blocks and two drive-throughs, one selling coffee and the other fast food, alongside 376 car parking spaces.The eight acre greenfield development site in Honiton Road lies beside a Brewers Fayre/Premier Inn development, south of…

Woman dies in early morning house fire in Weymouth

Post published:November 28, 2025
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A woman has died after a fire broke out at a house in the early hours of the morning. Crews were sent to the terraced property on High West Street in Weymouth, Dorset, at about 03:45 GMT.A woman, whose age has not yet been released, was pronounced dead at the scene. Dorset Police said her next of kin had been informed. The force said the woman's death was currently being treated as unexplained and a fire service investigation…

Exeter City fire: Gary Caldwell says break has benefitted Grecians’ players

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The fire at St James Park could not have come at a worse time for the Grecians.The club has had to have a second loan from the Exeter City Supporters' Trust to cover a large overspend last season.City have had to crowdfund the £100,000 cost to repair the damage to their ground as they await any insurance payment, with fans currently raising around £75,000 - something which has impressed Caldwell."It's amazing that aspect of our club, but also…

Fire tears through derelict bungalow near Christchurch Hospital

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Fire has wrecked a derelict bungalow near a hospital. Crews were called to Fairmile Road near Christchurch Hospital, Dorset, shortly before 19:20 GMT on Thursday.Road closures were put in place while crews from seven stations spent two hours tackling the blaze.No one was injured and the fire was out by 21:30. Officers returned on Friday morning to reinspect the scene. Source link

Norovirus outbreak sparks closure at Somerset school

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A middle school in Somerset has closed due to a norovirus outbreak among its pupils and staff.Danesfield Middle School in Williton, Taunton, closed earlier and has said its pupils will be taught remotely for the day.The school has not confirmed how many of its staff and pupils have contracted the winter vomiting bug but said the closure aimed to "prevent further spread of the virus". "Closing the school will allow us to carry out a deep clean and…

Max Norey: Cornish Pirates sign Exeter hooker on loan

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Cornish Pirates have signed Exeter hooker Max Norey on a short-term loan.The 26-year-old has returned to fitness after undergoing shoulder surgery at the end of last season.He is set to feature in Pirates' Champ game against Richmond on Saturday (14:30 GMT).Norey has had a number of spells on loan at Pirates since first moving there on a season-long dual registration in 2022."This is a great opportunity for Max to log some important game minutes in a competitive Champ…

Ollie Lawrence: Bath hope to have England centre back from injury before new year

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Bath hope to have centre Ollie Lawrence available before the end 2025 after he picked up a hamstring injury while on England duty.Lawrence started England's wins against Fiji and New Zealand but missed the final Test of the autumn against Argentina last weekend because of the injury.Bath travel to Saracens on Sunday (15:00 GMT) in the first of three Prem matches between now and 3 January, while their Champions Cup campaign also starts against Munster on 6 December.…