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The plans to reorganise local government in Devon have been paused, but why?
The BBC's politics reporter Miles Davis explains what has happened and what it means.
11 Sep 2026,4 mins
Do we still have a hosepipe ban?
What are the current rules on using hoses?
01 Sep 2026,7 mins
Devon way down on spuds and apples
Could there be a shortage of chips and cider?
20 Aug 2026,6 mins
Maternity care: Chief Exec on North Devon Closure.
North Devon District Hospital has temporarily closed its maternity unit.
18 Aug 2026,11 mins
What is an eclipse and how can you see it safely?
The solar eclipse is 95% total in Devon, but what is it and how can you see it safely?
11 Aug 2026,6 mins
Boil water notice issued to 900 properties
People in Chagford have been told to boil their water due to a burst water main.
11 Aug 2026,4 mins
What would a re-organisation of Devon's Councils mean to you?
The BBC's Miles Davis looks into what changes are coming to Devon's councils
17 Jul 2026,5 mins
A hosepipe ban in Mid and East Devon
It was bound to happen. A hosepipe ban in Mid and East Devon is now in force.
14 Jul 2026,3 mins
How long is this heatwave?
How long is the heatwave and how much water is in Devon's reservoirs?
14 Jul 2026,3 mins
Devon is given a new Amber heat health alert
Devon is set for more hot weather, and with it new heat alerts.
07 Jul 2026,2 mins
July starts with a heatwave in Devon
David Braine has all we need to know going into a warm weekend.
03 Jul 2026,2 mins
A Royal Navy helicopter crashes in Devon
A Royal Navy helicopter crashed early this morning near Okehampton.
03 Jun 2026,1 min
Are you beach safe this summer?
Devon's RNLI has some advice that could save your life
27 May 2026,3 mins
A heatwave! It's official, But for how long?
Devon officially has a heatwave, but how long will it last? David Braine explains.
26 May 2026,3 mins
Why will the Red Arrows only have 7 aircraft this year?
Flt Lt Ollie Suckling (Red 7) explains, and told Rick Edwards about this years show.
26 May 2026,7 mins
Is a half term heatwave on the way for Devon?
Is a half term heatwave on the way for Devon? and what does that mean?
20 May 2026,5 mins
Exeter & Plymouth Election results: What do they mean for you?
The BBC's South West politics reporter Miles Davis gives you the lowdown on the results.
08 May 2026,5 mins
Plymouth bomb: "It's all over"
Hear the moment the bomb found in Plymouth is detonated.
01 May 2026,2 mins
Plymouth bomb: the latest from the scene of the detonation.
Caroline Densley was talking to Angela Kalwaites at the scene.
01 May 2026,4 mins
Plymouth: Homes evacuated over bomb fears
Council asks people to leave area so device can be made safe. John Acres has more.
30 Apr 2026,2 mins