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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.

Devon population proportions by age group 1993-2043 bar chart

Number of over-65s in Devon expected to increase by a third in next twenty years

Public health report says proportion of working age adults in county will fall alongside rise in long-term health issues in older people with likely impacts on local health and social care.

Exeter City Community Trust King George V playing fields project outline

Council to lease King George V playing fields to Exeter City Community Trust

Exeter City Council is set to dispose of just under 40 acres of land at King George V Playing Fields at Countess Wear to Exeter City Community Trust.

Exeter Independent Market

SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2024

Exeter Independent Market

Exeter Cathedral market returns with handmade crafts, clothing and accessories, local food and drink and live music.

CATHEDRAL GREEN

Fore Street Flea graphic

SUNDAY 14 JULY 2024

Fore Street Flea

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

FORE STREET

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