Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.
She writes many of our community and culture stories and also contributes to news, features and investigations.
Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London, and leads on design and marketing as well as Exeter Observer’s financial and administrative management.
She is also an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.
Stories by Leigh Curtis
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”.
Rydon Lane McDonald’s drive-through approved
Exeter City Council planning committee has approved the construction of a McDonald’s restaurant on a section of unused car park beside Rydon Lane Tesco in Russell Way.
Student block proposed on Clifton Road site with residential permission
Plans for a purpose built student accommodation block in a Clifton Road car park have been submitted to Exeter City Council for approval.
Remaining Heavitree & Whipton active streets modal filters to be removed
Devon County Council has confirmed that the remaining modal filters in Ladysmith Road and St Marks Avenue will be removed in the next few days, following its decision to suspend the Heavitree & Whipton active streets trial last month.
NHS Devon appoints new chief medical officer
NHS Devon has appointed Peter Collins as its new chief medical officer, replacing Nigel Acheson who retired last month.
Healthwatch Devon annual report published
Healthwatch Devon has published its 2023-24 annual report. The report includes reviews of emergency departments, adult social care and patient experiences of pharmacy services, which identified serious issues with obtaining repeat prescriptions.
