NEWS & ANALYSIS
Devon and Cornwall PCC defies Police and Crime Panel to appoint former Torbay colleague as deputy
Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez announced decision to hire Mark Kingscote on same day panel voted against appointment because ‘candidate does not meet the minimum requirements of the post’. Full story here.
Musgrave Row pedestrian zone marred by moving traffic offences
Survey suggests 30,000 prohibited private cars pass through street each year as a result of confusing signage, inconsistent restrictions and lack of enforcement. Full story here.
Devon & Cornwall Police inspection finds force underperforming in half of areas assessed
His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary Fire and Rescue Services has ‘serious concerns’ over investigations management and says force still needs to reduce response times despite ‘significant efforts to improve’. Full story here.
24 STORIES FOR THE 2024 SUMMER RECESS
The Exeter Observer team is taking a short break from publishing over the summer recess to carry out essential website maintenance and development work.
We’ve picked 24 stories from the past twelve months to keep you ticking over until our return in September. More details here.
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