500 march in Reclaim the Night protest against sexual violence and harassment on Exeter streets
Annual event promoting public awareness of male violence against women and girls in public spaces coincides with international human rights campaigns.
Exe Estuary wildlife refuges succeed in increasing bird numbers
Three year monitoring study confirms introduction of protected spaces has resulted in greater numbers of wildfowl using internationally important Dawlish Warren and Exmouth sites.
First St Thomas winter market brings festival feel to “overlooked” area of Exeter
A community-run event at St Thomas Church combines artisan traders with music, storytelling and craft workshops to create a family-friendly festival atmosphere.
COP-EXE event showcases local responses to global climate crisis
Exeter city centre venues host exhibitions promoting local action to mitigate the climate crisis in tandem with the COP26 conference in Glasgow.
Exeter activists criticise corporate climate crisis claims with city centre bus shelter subvertising
As the 2021 United Nations climate change conference (COP26) begins in Glasgow, activists post parody bus shelter adverts aimed at corporate greenwashing in Exeter city centre.
Stagecoach strike to take place following failed pay negotiations
Transport union RMT says Stagecoach pay offer is unsatisfactory and demands better conditions as staff shortages threaten services.