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Exeter Digest #55: 2024 general elections special

Our guides cover predictions in both Exeter constituencies plus Labour manifesto promises, limitations and likely local impacts as well as when, where and how to vote and constituency boundary changes.

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GENERAL ELECTIONS SPECIAL

Exeter and Exmouth & Exeter East 2024 general elections guide

Steve Race is sure to be the new Exeter MP, but the outcome in newly-created Exmouth & Exeter East is much less certain. Our guide covers predictions in both constituencies and Labour manifesto promises, limitations and likely local impacts. Read it here.

When, where and how to vote in the 2024 Exeter and Exmouth & Exeter East general elections

Our guide to casting your ballot in person, by post and by proxy as well as voter ID requirements, new regulations for postal votes and constituency boundary changes. Read it here.

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The Gift of Nearness // Exeter Phoenix

An exhibition of recent paintings by local artist Janet Sainsbury. More details here.

Brillsville Market // St Thomas

Regular community-run market that offers goods from local growers, makers and traders with a repair cafe and more. More details here.

Fore Street Flea // Fore Street

Market with stalls selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink plus live music from local artists. More details here.

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