Members of Devon's rural communities are being encouraged to put themselves forward for training as Special Constables... as part of new plans to improve policing in the countryside.
The new Police and Crime Commissioner is responding to calls for a more visible police presence ... to prevent thefts of vehicles and equipment, rustling, fly-tipping and other rural crimes.
But Tony Hogg says people must also help prevent crime through schemes such as Farm Watch.
Plymouth Sessions won't go ahead next year
Promoter is axing some cities
Devon man jailed after Bristol rape
He met the victim on a dating app
Newton Abbot leisure centre could be relocated to make way for housing.
Body found in Bideford fire investigation
Three teenagers currently on bail
Royal Clarence Hotel redevelopment to start
Work to start on historic city centre building
Road closures for Tar Barrels event
Organisers list road closures and residents-only access.
