Elliot Ball

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Image caption, There were a total of 600 injury collisions across Devon and Cornwall, which included 56 fatal incidentsAn informative event has been held by Devon and Cornwall Police at Haldon Forest, near Exeter, to promote road safety. The event, held on 16 April, comes after there were a total of 600 injury collisions across Devon and Cornwall, which included 56 fatal incidents.

6 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Elliot Ball

Image caption, The Assembly will debate the proposition in May at the earliestA proposition for the chief minister to be elected through an island-wide vote has been lodged au Greffe. The proposal was lodged on 17 April by Deputy Kristina Moore and would be debated on 13 May at the earliest. A report accompanying the proposal stated that the change could "boost public engagement" in the elections and offer a "greater level of transparency" regarding the future leadership of the island.

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Elliot Ball

Image caption, Peter Collins has advised those on long-term medication to ensure they are stocked upEaster weekend has "traditionally" been a busier time for the NHS in Devon and Cornwall, Devon's chief medical officer has warned. Peter Collins said the regions' services would "remain open" and would "provide emergency services for those in need".

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Elliot Ball

Image source, Family handout/Devon and Cornwall PoliceImage caption, Stephen Hawnton died at the scene of the crash on Friday, 11 AprilThe family of a man who died in a crash in Plymouth have said they are "heartbroken and in utter and complete shock". Stephen Hawnton, 63, died at the scene on North Prospect Road on Friday, 11 April. Paying tribute to him, his family said: "He was truly the most kind, caring and genuine man that you would have ever met. "The best son, husband, dad and grandad.

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Elliot Ball

Image source, Caring Cooks of JerseyImage caption, Food will be served from the charity's "Spud Truck"A Jersey food charity has said it will provide thousands of meals for children and families in need during the Easter holidays. Caring Cooks of Jersey said it expected to serve more than 2,000 meals during the Easter holidays from Haute Vallée School, with help from Ports of Jersey and Rathbones.