Rate-setters are widely expected to tighten monetary policy in a bid to tackle rising inflation in the UK economy.

South Western Ambulance Service dealt with 7,037 incidents in two days as demand rose above expectations. Crews are urging people to use 999 responsibly.

Commonwealth leaders said the time had come for a ‘meaningful, truthful and respectful conversation towards forging a common future based on equity’.

Ofsted found four areas needing attention at Puffins in the City nursery in Exeter. The provider says improvements have been substantially implemented.

South West MPs raise concerns over storm blackouts, flood defences and rural communications as ministers urge households to prepare for three days.

Devon councillors are exploring a school litter-picking pilot and Keep Britain Tidy membership, with costs and tobacco-funding concerns still to be examined.

Councillors say broken lights have left Exmouth's Café Quarter pitch black, while a separate under-seat lighting repair estimate could reach £100,000.

MPs warn of dangerous cliffs at Teignmouth and train disruption across Devon and Cornwall as a minister confirms the final rail protection phase is unfunded.

Exeter MP Steve Race urges residents to respond to government plans tackling bogus self-employment, which could affect up to 900,000 UK workers ...

Police want bus passengers and pedestrians to come forward after a van window was smashed and a passenger’s coat slashed on Chatto Road in Torquay ...

East Devon will review whether valuable and income-generating assets can transfer to town and parish councils after a motion by Exmouth councillor Brian Bailey.

Actor and children's author Ben Miller visited Warberry Church of England Academy in Torquay to speak to pupils from three schools about acting and books.