Those who live and work in the many rural communities of Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly know only too well the devastating effect crime can have on the livelihood and wellbeing of residents, workers and business owners.It’s common however to underestimate the scale and cost of rural crime; according to NFU Mutual, last […]
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The last few years have been turbulent for business. There was, of course, the pandemic and then the cost-of-living crisis as countries from around the world emerged from lockdowns.Traders in Devon and Cornwall are, I am pleased to report, a resilient bunch, with the number of companies recorded in both Devon and Cornwall increasing to […]
As I reflect on the ongoing efforts to make our communities safer, I’m particularly excited about the introduction of two new legal roles focused on tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB). Funded by my office, these roles will provide valuable support to Exeter and Torquay’s neighbourhood police officers, as well as the wider force. The newly appointed ASB […]