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South West Water admits criminal offence over Devon parasite outbreak

Firm admits supplying water unfit for human consumption after nearly 150 people fell ill

The Guardian - UK

Wet winter, hot summer? What ‘climate whiplash’ means for the UK

After a dry 2025 with the UK’s warmest summer on record, winter 2026 delivered something very different: rain for 50 days in a row in parts of Devon and Cornwall, one of the rainiest seasons on record and only 80% of average sunshine.

The Conversation

‘Highly experienced’ skydiver who died during jump with friend named by police

Skydive South West said the skydiver and wingsuit coach had more than 10,000 jumps

The Independent UK

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Tragedy as experienced skydiver dies during jump in Devon

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The Independent UK

Man who died after skydive in Devon was ‘experienced’, operator says

Skydive South West, which operates out of Dunkeswell Aerodrome, said the man had been carrying out a jump with a friend.

Evening Standard

‘Highly experienced’ skydiver died during jump with friend in Devon

Skydive South West said the man was an experienced licensed skydiver and wingsuit coach with over 10,000 jumps logged

The Independent UK

Man dies after skydive in Devon, police say

Emergency crews raced to the scene just before 1 p.m. on Saturday

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Man dead after skydive in Devon, police say

A 49-year-old man died on Saturday afternoon following a skydive at Dunkeswell Aerodrome, Devon and Cornwall Police said.

Evening Standard

Devon defence lawyer who abused vulnerable clients jailed for 13 years

Alan Harris, 72, assaulted children and adults in police and court cells over 27-year period

The Guardian - UK

Group expands legal claim over South West Water sewage pollution

Thousands more people across Devon and Cornwall could join case against water firm

The Guardian - UK

How sailing voyages can inspire the next generation of ocean scientists and advocates

Setting sail from the busy port of Plymouth in Devon, the tall ship Pelican of London takes young people to sea, often for the first time.

The Conversation

London leaver: 'We left creative jobs and a rented Streatham flat for organic farming in Devon'

A former south Londoner, Leah found farming isolating at first, but over time has become part of her rural Devon community

Evening Standard

Country diary: How much bad weather can one village take?

Torcross, Devon: 2026 has been defined by storms here. My job of repairing a thatched roof is simple compared with the wider recovery

The Guardian - UK

Devon and Cornwall rail passengers hit with further disruption after floods

Storm Chandra caused severe flooding, affecting train travel in Devon and Cornwall

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The Independent UK

A-road at Devon beauty spot washed into sea by storms

Images of the scene show sections of the road and a car park have disappeared into the sea

The Independent UK

Snow and rain expected to hit UK as Met Office issues weather warnings

Train services in Devon and Cornwall have been cancelled while ferries are also delayed or cancelled in Scotland

Evening Standard

Further rainfall could exacerbate flooding in south-west England – Met Office

A yellow rain alert has been issued for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset for Monday and into Tuesday, which will affect previously sodden ground.

The Independent UK

Body found in river during search for missing kayaker

A man in his 40s had been reported missing

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Evening Standard

Body found in search for missing kayaker in Devon

A man in his 40s had been reported missing in Tiverton on January 24.

Evening Standard

Further heavy rain could worsen flooding after Storm Chandra

A yellow rain alert has been issued for Devon and Cornwall on Friday in areas already saturated by heavy rain.

The Independent UK

UK weather latest: More heavy rain set for UK as Storm Chandra floods continue to cause disruption

Dozens of flood warnings remain in place across the UK

Evening Standard

Where does The Original Factory Shop have stores across the UK?

Administrators said the firm will continue to trade from its 137 stores while they look at options to help secure its future.

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: A woodpecker with a difference – it’s not pecking at wood

West Dartmoor, Devon: It’s quite normal for greater spotteds to start staking out territories in January, less so on a plastic box near my bedroom window

Evening Standard

Major incident declared as Storm Chandra brings flooding

Somerset Council said on Tuesday evening that an estimated 50 properties have been affected by flooding.

Evening Standard

Ice warning for London as temperatures to plunge after Storm Chandra

A yellow warning for ice has been issued for huge swathes of the UK on Wednesday including London as temperatures plummet overnight

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