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Tuesday 7 February 2023

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Haven Banks retail park use extended as controversial build-to-rent development not expected in next five years

Bowling alley expansion and padel tennis facility to replace temporary evangelical church use of existing buildings as redevelopment decision notice still not published two years after Exeter City Council approved ultra-high density scheme.

Thursday 13 November 2025

Exeter city centre antisocial behaviour crime data map, October 2023

Labour and Conservative councillors join forces to block Exeter city centre antisocial behaviour initiative

Rejection of voluntary and community sector calls for more inclusive response follows thirteen-year council failure to comply with legal duties under crime and disorder legislation in relation to Exeter Community Safety Partnership.

Sunday 9 November 2025

Royal Devon and Exeter hospital at Wonford

Five-day hospital doctors strike follows failed talks on pay and training provision

British Medical Association calls thirteenth round of industrial action in ongoing dispute with the government.

Saturday 8 November 2025

Homeless deaths per 100,000 population in 2024 bar chart

Exeter homeless death rate highest among English cities featured in annual Museum of Homelessness campaign charity report

21 people died while homeless in Exeter in 2024, nearly three times as many as previous year, but council says nothing despite report publication during city homeless awareness week.

Thursday 6 November 2025

Illustrative view of proposed co-living blocks from Heavitree Road

Heavitree Road police station student accommodation and “co-living” scheme consultation extended

Developers revise application for full planning permission for 813-bed seven-block complex submitted in May as similar proposals proliferate across city centre.

Wednesday 22 October 2025

Unique retro games arcade to create new Sidwell Street venue after long search

Boneyard arcade seeking permission to change use of empty Brighthouse retail unit after making way for “co-living” block at previous Red Lion Lane location.

Wednesday 22 October 2025

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Friday 7 November 2025

SUNDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2025

Winter Fore Street Flea

Market selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink with live music from local artists returns for a winter edition.

FORE STREET

Monday 27 October 2025

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Reclaim the Night 2025

Annual protest against sexual violence and harassment of women and girls in public space.

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Tuesday 11 November 2025