Water isn’t a playground, warn harbour masters

Water isn’t a playground, warn harbour masters

by | Sep 8, 2022 | News

Cornwall Council’s harbour masters are warning of the dangers of treating these areas of water like playgrounds.  Cornwall Council maritime manager, Chris Jones, said: “Some people are continuing to ignore safety signs banning diving, jumping into harbours, and...
Low crime rate, but police still have much work to do

Low crime rate, but police still have much work to do

by | Aug 4, 2022 | News

Devon and Cornwall continue to be one of the safest places to live, work, and visit in the country, with the second lowest total crime rate in England. The latest Office of National Statistics (ONS) crime figures for March 2021 to March 2022, which ranks all 42 forces...
Take precautions when using barbecues, warn fire teams

Take precautions when using barbecues, warn fire teams

by | Aug 3, 2022 | News

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is reminding everyone to ‘chill that grill’ and make sure they take sensible precautions when using and disposing of instant barbecues. Firefighters attend an incident where barbecuse have been discarded when hot. Photograph Fire and...
New fund will boost skills and benefit businesses

New fund will boost skills and benefit businesses

by | Aug 2, 2022 | business, News

Cornwall Council has approved a spending plan for the £132m Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF) to benefit local businesses and communities, as well as boost residents’ job skills.  Part of the government’s levelling up agenda, the SPF plan will see cash injections made to...
Update on rail disruption over the next few days

Update on rail disruption over the next few days

by | Jul 27, 2022 | News

There are no rail services today as RMT union members take industrial action in pursuit of their pay claim. An extremely limited service will be in operation between Plymouth, Exeter, and London between 7.30am and 6.30pm. Tomorrow (Thursday, 28th July), services will...