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• Devoncast - Lib Dem MP Rachel Gilmour, Shelterbox Christmas appeal and 1,000 homes near Newton Abbot

  The countdown to Christmas is on, and we have a busy and action packed edition for you! Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead Rachel Gilmour joins us to talk about the budget and local farmers. We hear from a South West charity which goes to all corners of the globe, which has just launched a Christmas appeal. We speak to the man behind plans for more than a thousand homes on the edge of Newton Abbot. He explains why he believes the development is needed and why he says a priceless local nature reserve is in safe hands. And the leader of a local council explains why a budget described as dull might be exactly what his authority needs at a time of financial strain. Josh Tate presents this edition.

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• Devoncast- Is Devon's tourism industry struggling?

  Devon’s tourism sector has been facing a period of uncertainty as attractions respond to visitor habits changing and rising costs. Data has shown how some of the South West’s attractions have been reporting steady performances, while others are on the market or shutting their gates for the final time. Tourism leaders in Devon suggest the sector is entering a phase where adaptation and innovation will be essential for long term stability. Many operators say the pressures facing the industry are now shaping how attractions plan, invest and position themselves for future seasons. Tourism supports thousands of jobs across the region and contributes significantly to the county’s economy. In this episode of Devoncast we hear from those at the centre of the sector. We speak to Roger Sell who is the Chairman of Devon’s Top Attractions and General Manager of the River Dart Country Park and also catch up with Josh Haywood who is the General Manager of Devon’s biggest theme park, Crealy. Radio Exe’s Josh Tate delves into the data and helps offer an insight into the challenges, the resilience and the choices that will shape the future of tourism across Devon.

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• Devoncast- Sidmouth and Honiton MP Richard Foord, North Devon Against Domestic Abuse and gritters

  The liberal Demorcat MP for Honition and Sidmouth, Richard Foord, joins us and talks all things politics here in Devon. Charity North Devon Against Domestic Abuse speaks about their new campaign on the run up to Christmas. And it’s been very cold across Devon recently with gritters out and about, we bring more on that. Josh Tate presents this edition.

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• Devoncast - Exeter MP Steve Race, Royal Clarence Hotel and a future orchestral star

  In this episode the Labour MP for Exeter, Steve Race talks about local government reorganisation, local priorities and national issues. We also hear from the man leading the restoration of the Royal Clarence Hotel in Exeter as he shares his ambitious vision for the site and when building work is likely to begin. Plus a rising star of the orchestral world who performs with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra tells us about life on tour and their upcoming appearance at the Exeter Great Hall in the run up to Christmas. Josh Tate presents this edition.

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• Devoncast- Dragons' Den business, Van Gogh and Titanic exhibition and new Torbay film

  An action packed edition of Devoncast this week as we hear from Faye Whitley, co-owner of Beevive, the Devon business that took its bee-saving idea to Dragon’s Den earlier this year. Westpoint plays host to two major touring events, including Vincent Van Gogh and the Titantic. An East Devon catering company’s expansion plans which could have created more than 100 jobs have been rejected by the district council. And we meet the team behind a new film celebrating five decades of live music in Torbay. Josh Tate presents this edition.

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