Stories about Community & Society
County council projects £38.5m SEND overspend, £7.4m more than agreed with government under “safety valve” deal
Failure to meet agreement, which requires break-even on SEND spending within two years despite persistent overspends, would put government bail-out at risk.
WEDNESDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2024
September walk and cook
Love Food leads a short walk to forage ingredients for a shared meal.
ST THOMAS
SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER 2024
Autumn Fore Street Flea
Market with stalls selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink.
FORE STREET
SUNDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2024
Salmon Run 2024
Community runs along the River Exe to highlight the significance of salmon and the species’ relationship with the waterway.
RIVER EXE
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SUNDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2024
Kidical Mass rides again
Kidical Mass Exeter to hold its eighth family bike ride as part of an ongoing campaign for safe cycling routes for children, young people and families.
BELMONT PARK
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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”.