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Law enforcement and mental health UK meets USA

Chief Inspector Mark Bolt has just returned from a six-week fact-finding mission to the USA.

The purpose of the trip was to see how police forces in the USA deal with individuals in mental health crisis. It was funded as a part of his Winston Churchill Fellowship for 2013.

Mark said: “This issue is high on the agenda of British policing and it is hoped that the UK can learn...

Devon Charities launch Surviving Winter Appeal

As forecasters predict a freezing cold winter ahead two Devon charities have linked together to help those most in need.

Hundreds of people across the county are faced with hardship and unable to heat their own homes – but the charities are offering a lifeline and they need support from local people.

The Surviving Winter Appeal, which has been launched by Devon Community...