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).…

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

Post published:November 28, 2025
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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

Post published:November 28, 2025
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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

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…

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…

Parents of girl who died after tonsils surgery urge change

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Jen SmithSouth West health correspondentThe Milnes familyThe parents of Amber Milnes are urging families to "shout louder" if they have concerns about their child's treatment The family of a five-year-old girl who died after having her tonsils removed are urging parents to speak up if they have concerns about their child's care.Amber Milnes, who had cyclical vomiting syndrome (CVS), died at the Royal Cornwall Hospital on 9 April 2023 after an artery ruptured following surgery to remove her…

New specialist ataxia nurse helping South West patients

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BBCThe new nurse provided by Ataxia UK covers much of the south-west of England, from Cornwall to GloucestershireA specialist nurse to support patients with the neurological condition ataxia has started work in the South West.It is a rare disorder that mainly affects balance and coordination. Charity Ataxia UK said the service would be provided over video link or phone, and although the nurse could not treat patients, they could signpost people to additional services such as physiotherapy and…

Energy the focus of Cornish council’s climate change mission

Post published:November 28, 2025
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BBCRichard Davies, vice-chair of Stoke Climsland Parish Council, said it is hoped the guide makes residents consider making changesParish councillors are trying to fight climate change by helping households reduce their carbon footprints.Stoke Climsland Parish Council has sent 2,500 retrofit guides to residents with advice about how changes at their property could make them more energy efficient and cut household bills.Advice in the guide includes lowering thermostats, insulating properties and installing a heat pump.Richard Davies, vice-chair of the…

Parents rally to save accessible hydro pool in Taunton

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Ross PollardandClara Bullock,SomersetBBCBecky (pictured centre) uses the pool four days a week with her mother (right) and carerA mum whose daughter has Down's syndrome has said it would be "awful" if her local hydro pool closed because it needs urgent repairs. Compass Wellbeing, a community facility run by Taunton charity Compass Disability Services, is trying to raise £35,000 to repair and update its hydro pool, which is used by about 100 people each week.Without the repairs, the accessible…

Medieval grave slab goes on display

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Patrick HughesandCharlotte Andrews,South of EnglandBBCThe two Purbeck grave slabs, from the 13th Century, are thought to be the first of their kind ever found in a shipwreck A grave slab raised from the site of a 13th Century shipwreck has gone on display in a museum for the first time.The Mortar Wreck, so-called for its cargo of stone tools used to grind food, was found about a mile (1.6km) off the Dorset coast in Studland Bay, Isle of…