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A drunken tourist who abused a six-year-old girl while staying in Dawlish has been sent on a sex offenders’ course. Daniel Beech had spent the night drinking with the girl’s father and had gone back to his home after closing time. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/dawlish-tourist-who-abused-girl-5785665

NHS waiting list in England hits record 5.45 million

11 Aug 2021

Now extended to 8 year course to allow  backlog catch up

Dawlish News
Dawlish News
11 Aug 2021

Are you currently on the waiting list for knee or hip surgery? We understand that this must be a difficult, frustrating and challenging time for you. Evidence shows that those who are in a good state,both physically and mentally, are much more likely to have better outcomes post-surgery. Following surgery, you will leave hospital sooner, recover faster and regain normal activity more ...

I think Fred is probably right, and even if they do paint the bay what's to stop other disabled badge holders from parking there - unless there's a great big sign saying for Tony only! (which would still get ignored)

FredBassett
FredBassett
8 Aug 2021

At a guess I would say DCC just dont want to set a presedence for fear of being inundated by similar requests.

Fred Holman topped the podium for Great Britain during the first Games hosted in the country - but his life took a sad demise after his success Fred Holman was born in Dawlish in 1883, the son of a baker and one of 10 children. Known affectionately to the swimming community as "our Freddie", he showed an exceptional talent for swimming as a child, winning contests from the age of 11. Read ...

Or it's possible they are going to be centalised, say Land's End or John O'Groats to save a few quid.

The stretch of the A379 through the village is known for pinch-points, especially a narrow section between the pillars and a convenience store, where traffic queues. Councillors were told the works, estimated to cost £70,000 and funded from the local transport plan, would reduce traffic queuing along the narrow sections of the road and encourage sustainable travel. Read more... ...

After a year of uncertainty, the town will be filled with fun, games and decorations from August 14 to 20. Most of the activities will be held outdoors, while others will be welcomed to a bigger marquee and limited ticket sales to make sure social distancing stays possible Read more... ...