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Exeter UCU declares trade dispute over University of Exeter job cuts plan // Exeter Observer
Union threatens strike action if university does not abandon scheme to make 150 academic staff redundant while putting more than 500 staff at risk and jeopardising 85% of humanities, arts and social sciences faculty.
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Ann Widdecombe's violent death not terror-related, say police
Police also told reporters there was also no indication her death was politically motivated
Ann Widdecombe murder arrest in Devon as man, 26, in police custody
Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed they had arrested a white British national
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Former MP Ann Widdecombe's death investigated as murder
'Our murder enquiry is in its early stages but moving at a significant pace'
'People are helping themselves to beer': Exmouth traders raise alarm over rampant shoplifting crisis
A total of 70 businesses in Exmouth have signed an open letter to the police force urging action over ‘severely limited’ resources.
M5 traffic eases after two-vehicle crash
The road has been cleared
Woman seriously injured after falling from M5 bridge near Exeter
A referral has been made to the police watchdog
Devon mum fined £480 for family holiday during school time says 'I shouldn't be punished'
Charlotte Crouch, from Exeter, and her partner took their four kids out of school for five days for a family trip in Gran Canaria during term time
Here’s what Devon thinks could be funded if its biggest overhaul is scrapped
Cancelling the biggest shake-up of councils in 50 years could pay for thousands of jobs, youth mentors, or even college campuses.
Respected veterinary surgeon jailed for rage-filled assaults on his wife
Peter Merson punched her to the side during one petty tantrum
Siege of Exeter // Exeter Observer
An historical re-enactment set during the 1549 Prayer Book Rebellion.
Heartbreaking tribute as Exeter City star Jayden Wareham's little brother passes away
'We will be supporting Jayden through this very difficult time'
Pensioner with 'nothing left' spends 70th birthday in prison
Anthony Eaton has lost his son and his marriage after blowing his chance to change his ways
M5 Exeter RECAP: 'Police incident' shuts major motorway in early hours
Drivers have been warned to allow extra time for journeys
Group of travellers arrive at Exeter Skypark
Caravans and ponies have been pictured by the airport
Armed police swarm Exeter street after ball-bearings attack
A teenager has been arrested
Sidwella Day 2026 // Exeter Observer
Annual celebration includes art, gardening, zine-making, Colombian snacks and Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
'Disappointing' update after major fire ruined Poltimore House
The fire was believed to have been an arson attack
Former Exeter restaurant site could be turned into HMO under new plans
Former up-market eatery to be turned into homes
Former South West Water CEO receives £2.8 million – including two bonuses – following Brixham parasite outbreak // Exeter Observer
Pennon Group report shows Susan Davy received almost £6.8 million – including “personal security-related allowance” – during five years and five months as company CEO before December 2025 departure – then another £845,000.