Carol Wheeler, @ 42, of Longdogs Close, Ottery St Mary, pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order on two occasions. The first involved sending a text message on March 26 and the second involved sending an email on April 8. She was sentenced to a two-month curfew order to remain at her home address between 8pm and 7am and must also pay a £60 victim surcharge.
Claire Wilson-Harding, @ 43, of Wynford Road, Exeter, has admitted being in breach of an anti-social behaviour order by going to an address in Blackthorn Crescent on April 15. She was fined £75 and must pay a victim surcharge of £20.
Stephen Berry, @ 56, of Bartows Mews, Tiverton, pleaded guilty to assaulting a female victim in Exmouth by beating. He was jointly charged with Alison Cole, 35, of Exeter Road, Exmouth, who also admitted the assault that took place on October 6, 2013. Both defendants were given a curfew to remain at home between 8pm and 7am while Berry was also made the subject of a restraining order. He must pay £100 compensation and a £60 victim surcharge. She must pay a £60 victim surcharge.
Damien Parr,@ 38, of Merlin Crescent, Exeter, damaged a glass panel in a front door belonging to Exeter City Council on March 3. He must attend 30 sessions of the Building Better Relationships programme, was fined £50 and must pay a £60 victim surcharge.
Kirk O'Connor, @ 32, of Chestnut Avenue, Exeter, pleaded guilty to theft of a BMW car in Exeter on February 27. He also admitted driving without the relevant licence and insurance on the same date. He must take part in drug rehabilitation and must also pay fines and a victim surcharge totalling £160. He was also banned from driving for three months.
Alexis Fraser, @ 19, of Perceval Road, Exeter, has admitted drink driving. She was stopped on March 30 on Market Street in Exeter and gave a reading of 64mg of alcohol in 100ml of breath. She was banned from driving for 17 months and must pay fines, costs and a victim surcharge totalling £305.
Monica Sikora, @ 27, of Polsloe Road, Exeter, has admitted driving without the proper insurance in Exeter on September 30, 2013. She was fined £110, must pay £60 costs and a £20 victim surcharge. Her licence was also endorsed with six points.
Luke Taylor, @ 25, of Farm Hill, Exwick, has been given a suspended jail sentence after admitting an assault by beating in Exeter on December 8, 2013. He was charged jointly with others and magistrates sentenced him to 13 weeks in prison suspended for 12 months. They said the offence was so serious as the defendant had been drinking, it was a group action and involved kicking the victim while he was on the ground. Taylor must also carry out 120 hours of unpaid work and pay compensation, fines and a victim surcharge totalling £265.
Ibrahim Jabri, @ 22, of Lymebourne Park, Sidmouth, admitted stealing a bottle of vodka, worth £9.39 from Lidl in Exeter. He was sentenced to 14 weeks in prison, which will run concurrently to his present sentence. Magistrates said this was in regard to his previous convictions and that he is a serving prisoner.
Graham Muirhead, @ 33, of Smythen Street, Exeter, was sentenced to eight weeks in jail. He pleaded guilty to two charges of assault by beating against two different victims on April 21. He also admitted stealing £29.22 of meat from the Co-op in Exeter on the same date. He was sentenced to four weeks in jail for each offence to run concurrently. Magistrates said this was because the assaults were against people providing public service and his failure to comply with court orders. In addition they activated four weeks of a suspended sentence given for possession of a knife meaning an overall prison sentence of eight weeks.
David Pridmore, @ 34, of Seaton Junction, Axminster, admitted damaging a window belonging to the Red Lion pub in Axminster. He also pleaded guilty to approaching a female he was banned from speaking to as part of a non-molestation order and a restraining order. The offences all occurred on February 14. He was sentenced to a total of seven weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months. He must also carry out 80 hours of unpaid work and pay compensation, costs and a victim surcharge totalling £215.
Lewis Woodward, @ 25, of Thomas Close, Exmouth, has admitted criminal damage of a wooden door in Exmouth on April 9. He was given a 12-month conditional discharge and must pay £100 compensation and a £15 victim surcharge.
Andrew Hall, @ 52, of Dursley, South Gloucester, admitted assaulting a female victim by beating during an incident in Exmouth on March 22. He also admitted criminal damage of a 3D television belonging to the victim on the same date. He must carry out 40 hours' unpaid work and attend sessions of the Building Better Relationships programme. He must also pay £145 in costs and a victim surcharge.
William Light, @ 21, of Exeter Road, Cullompton, has pleaded guilty to four drug offences. On December 13, 2013, in Cullompton he had 18.5g of cannabis with intent to supply. He also admitted possession of 4.2g of cannabis, 1.05g of ketamine and possession of amphetamine. He must carry out 100 hours of unpaid work and pay fines, costs and a victim surcharge totalling £445.
Andrew Murphy, @ 27, of no fixed abode, admitted a charge of using threatening or abusive words or behaviour during an incident in Exeter on April 2. He was made subject of a restraining order and must pay a £100 fine and a £20 victim surcharge.
Jonathan Stannard, @ 52, of Stoke Road, North Curry, has been given a 12-week prison sentence, suspended for six months, following a road rage attack. He admitted the charge of assault by beating that took place in Exeter on October 5, 2013. Magistrates said the sentence was given as the offence was so serious as it was a road rage incident that resulted from a piece of bad driving. The defendant pursued the complainant and assaulted him. Some of these blows were inflicted while the victim was on the ground. The defendant must also pay £300 compensation, £85 costs and an £80 victim surcharge.
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In Court: Cases heard at Central Devon Magistrates' Court
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Warning of 'giant jellyfish plague' set to reach Devon shores
The warm weather that is predicted to reach England in May could bring a 'plague of giant jellyfishes' to our beaches, experts have warned.
A huge barrel jellyfish has already been washed up in Dorset and the creatures were spotted off Dawlish yesterday.
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) are warning that the predicted hot weather could bring an influx.
Richard Harrington from the Marine Conservation Society said: "This predicted hot weather to come, can mean that even more jellyfish are likely to wash up or be in the seas around places like the West Country
"Although this species is harmless their numbers are likely to grow fairly quickly as sea temperatures rise.
"We are very keen to hear from people that find any washed up anywhere around the country.
"This is an Atlantic species and are sometimes found washed up but still advise the public not to touch them."
Barrel jellyfish can grow up to 80cm in diameter, weighing 35kg. They have no tentacles but can cause irritation to human skin.
Dorset resident Suzanne Sheldon, 48, reported the jellyfish to the MCS after she found it on the beach.
She said: "I came across this massive jellyfish as I took my dog for a walk on a quiet beach at Portland, it was at least three foot in width and was very bulky too.
"It was the largest jellyfish I have ever seen".
Yesterday a 'swarm' of jellyfish were spotted washed up on beaches near Exeter.
Teignmouth resort staff have been clearing the non-harmful Rhizostoma Octopus or barrel jellyfish from the shoreline at Dawlish Warren and Coryton Cove.
A Teignbridge District Council spokesman said:
"Our resorts team have cleared dead barrel jellyfish found washed up on some of our beaches.
"We'd like to reassure residents and visitors that their sting is not harmful to humans but if you spot one, it's a good idea to report it to us so we can deal with it."
Meanwhile operators have decelerated this season as the best for spotting basking sharks off the Westcountry coast, with some of the sharks reaching 25 feet.
The fish have returned in numbers to the Cornish coast – and cruise operators are expecting more exotic sightings including jellyfish and puffins.
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Mapped: Exeter and East Devon's food hygiene ratings as inspectors find rotten food and rat droppings
RAT droppings and rotten food were among the findings of health inspectors who uncovered a catalogue of kitchen catastrophes during the most recent checks of premises across the city.
Reports obtained by the Echo have revealed Exeter's worst-rated establishments in food hygiene listings compiled by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) – and the reasons why.
The vast majority of food outlets in Exeter and East Devon are considered to have a good or very good standard of cleanliness.
Although most of the inspections occurred up to a year ago, all the ratings are still current.
But several fell well below the standards expected.
In some cases inspectors found:
Rodent droppings
Food unfit for human consumption
Out-of-date meals
They also found raw and cooked meat stored together; mouldy ice machines; restaurants without hot water; and chefs not washing their hands.
Two eateries have been given a zero-rating – meaning 'urgent improvement' is required – with one of the premises handed a Hygiene Improvement Notice after rat droppings were found inside a toilet.
Simon Lane, environmental health and licensing manager at Exeter City Council, said: "We operate to a national code of practice, and the frequency of our visits depend on the standard of hygiene.
"The vast majority of businesses are meeting the basic standards, but for those that are failing the inspection process should serve as a warning shot across the gall bladder."
In Exeter, the Thai Shanghai restaurant, at Cowley Bridge and the Twisted Oak pub at Ide are currently rated zero.
The Thai Shanghai was inspected in April 2013, when it was awarded zero stars and has not been re-inspected since.
Officers found rotting 'swedes' on a shelf in the store room; boiled rice and cooked chicken stored at room temperature; no supply of hot water; as well as rodent droppings in the kitchen, store room, wash room and toilet – including inside the cistern.
Business owner David Jim was served with a Hygiene Improvement Notice, due to the rat droppings being found in "several locations".
He was told to ensure within one month that "adequate procedures" were put in place to control pests – or risk having the establishment temporarily closed.
Mr Jim told the Echo: "When the railway line flooded, the rats went to the nearest dry land. Since then we've built a five-foot wall around the building to prevent rodents entering our premises again.
"We've done what can to improve standards, including getting a new boiler. Now things should be up-to-scratch.
"The inspectors will come in when they feel like it, and hopefully next time our rating will improve."
The Twisted Oak was inspected in June 2013, when it was awarded zero stars and has not been re-inspected since.
Officers found: "blood splatterings" from raw meat; bolognese six days past its use-by date; black mould inside an ice machine; and packets of raw meat stored next to cooked food.
There was no documented food safety management in place, and the chef – who had no food hygiene training in the UK – was seen carrying-out "numerous poor practices".
Owner Leo Wang said: "We took over the place in May 2013. Everything has now been sorted, and we're just waiting for the inspectors to come in."
More than 80 per cent of eateries across Exeter and East Devon were considered to have a good or very good standard of cleanliness.
But dozens of businesses were found to be failing to meet basic food hygiene standards – even though they were not deemed to pose an "imminent" threat to public health.
An East Devon District Council spokesman said: "Most businesses are generally operating at standards higher than the legal minimum.
"It has been very motivating for businesses to be recognised when their standards are above mere compliance."
Every restaurant, pub, café, and takeaway selling food is subject to unannounced inspections by environmental health officers. It is tested in three categories: food hygiene safety procedures, structural and cleaning requirements and the management of the premises.
The system – in partnership with the FSA – means those premises with top standards of food hygiene score a five, while those needing to make critical improvement are rated zero.
Councillor Keith Owen, lead city councillor for environment, health and wellbeing at Exeter City Council, said: "It's in everyone's interests to have the best possible food hygiene ratings, for the restaurants and food businesses and for the people eating out."
In the 'score-on-the-door' scheme, customers can get an instant indication online of hygiene levels and businesses are encouraged to display their rating. Catriona Stewart, head of the Food Hygiene Ratings at the FSA, said: "The scheme makes it clear which food outlets make the grade so that people can vote with their feet and choose these ones."
Of 916 places to eat in Exeter – 628 were rated five; 185 rated four; 63 rated three; 12 rated two; 24 rated one and two rated zero.
Of 1,254 premises in East Devon – 626 were rated five; 353 rated four; 125 rated three; 11 rated two; 24 rated one and none rated zero.
MAPS
Red: Zero rating or exempt
Purple: One
Yellow: Two
Green: Three
Brown: Four
Grey: Five
Exeter Map:
East Devon Map:Eateries given a one star rating in Exeter
Food businesses in Exeter with a one rating, meaning major improvement was necessary, and date of the last inspection:
Anna Marie's 98 Fore Street, Heavitree. @19 June 2013.
Bed and Breakfast, 1 Stuart Road. @19 August 2013.
Best Kebab, Bonhay Road. @03 October 2012.
Best Kebab, 132A Sidwell Street. @10 February 2014.
Brothers Butchers, 99 Sidwell Street. @24 March 2014.
Canton Fish Bar, 10 Well Street. @11 February 2013.
China Town Express. 129 Fore Street, St David's. @20 February 2013.
Continental Food Store, 119-120 Old Tiverton Road. @28 January 2014.
Costcutter, 354 Pinhoe Road. @29 January 2013.
Exwick Ark after school club, Redhills School, Landhayes Road. @18 June 2012.
Hot Teas Cafe, 43 The Quay. @23 July 2013.
Indo Grill, 352A Pinhoe Road. @14 March 2013.
Jonesy's, Private address. @8 January 2013.
Kong Fish Bar, 60 Cowick Street. @4 December 2013.
Moose International, 1 Spinning Path. @4 April 2013.
Perfect Pizza, 274 Pinhoe Road. @30 May 2013.
Rumblin Tums, Kestrel Way, Sowton Industrial Estate. @2 April 2014.
Seasons, 8 Well Street. @29 April 2013.
Ship and Pelican, 54 Fore Street. @28 November 2013.
Sidwell Fish and Chips, 59 Sidwell Street. @25 February 2014.
Tang Shian Chinese Restaurant, 77-78 South Street. @22 March 2013.
The Golden Horn Kebab/Pizza House. 166 Fore Street, St David's. @03 September 2013.
Topsham Town AFC, Exeter Road Topsham. @22 July 2013.
Yonk Asian Food Limited, Summerland Street. @12 February 2014Eateries given a one-star rating in East Devon
Food businesses in East Devon with a one rating, meaning major improvement was necessary, and the date of the last inspection:
Ashdale House, 6 Gordon Terrace, Dolphin Road, Beer Seaton. @28 March 2013.
Axminster Methodist Church, Lyme Road, Axminster. @27 February 2014.
Bank House Bed and Breakfast, Fore Street Beer Seaton. @4 April 2013.
Blue Coast Catering, Sidmouth Garden Centre Stowford Sidmouth. @16 January 2014.
CC Catering, Exmouth Fun Park Queens Drive Exmouth. @30 May 2012.
Country House Inn, 174 - 176 Withycombe Village Road Exmouth. @4 September 2013.
Delispresso, private address. @29 January 2013.
Dockside Cafe, 4 Shelly Court Pier Head Exmouth. @20 March 2013.
Frydays, 41 Pines Road Exmouth. @17 October 2013.
George Inn, Chardstock Axminster. @07 March 2014.
Goa Spice, 3 Tower Street Exmouth. 17 April 2013.
Honiton Garden Centre, Copper Beeches Tower Cross. @07 January 2013.
Le Pisani, West Street Axminster. @13 January 2014.
Master Fryer, 14 Rolle Street Exmouth. @28 August 2013.
Millers Farm Shop, Kilmington Axminster. @29 January 2014.
Moreys, 84 Exeter Road Exmouth. @25 February 2014.
Norwyn, Charmouth Road, Axminster. @04 January 2013.
Spice and Rice, private address. @20 March 2014.
The New Inn, The Hill Kilmington Axminster. @21 February 2014.
Upper Crust Bakery, 4 Woolbrook Road Sidmouth. @13 January 2014.
Volunteer Inn, 52 Temple Street Sidmouth. @12 November 2013.
Volunteer Inn (correct) , 177 High Street Honiton. @21 November 2012.
West End Beach Kiosk, Fishermans Beach Rolle Road Budleigh Salterton. @2 August 2012.
White Hart Inn, Church Stile Lane Woodbury Exeter. @23 August 2013.
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A letter from Hugo Swire: UKIP are a real danger to Tories
WITH the advent of the European elections much of the spotlight, both good and bad, has been placed on UKIP which is expected to do well. UKIP have cleverly portrayed themselves as the anti-establishment party and it would be unusual for the establishment not to fight back. We have had stories of racism; abuse of expenses and even live TV debates yet nothing seems to diminish their poll ratings.
I have never been of the opinion that UKIP can be so easily dismissed. For the Conservatives, they have always represented a real danger to electoral success at the next election in that they could split our vote by letting in Labour by the back door. It is for that reason that we need to understand why so many voters, the majority of whom are Conservative, find it such an attractive proposition and respond to them accordingly with the facts.
The first fact is that UKIP is a one man band, regularly changing its tune on key issues – they say one thing, then another. They also make it up as they go along and have no really credible policies. They simply can't deliver anything they promise. There are huge contradictions for example in its spend-more, tax-less policy agenda. Then there's Mr Farage's personal addiction to the EU gravy train. As for UKIP's MEPs they care so much about Europe they fail to turn up to crucial votes in the European Parliament even when the UK's interests are at stake!
But let's look at their concerns in a more generous way. There is a real anger from within UKIP at globalisation. The changing nature of the world economy meant wages for low-skilled people were depressed even before the crash. This was where Ed Miliband could have made inroads but his permissive attitude to welfare and immigration alienated Labour's traditional support and UKIP picked up the working class vote. Mr Farage is being particularly anti-business to keep this vote on board. But evidence now shows that manufacturing, textiles, software production and call centre work are coming back to the UK which means more jobs and higher wages are on the way. This is being driven by a strong and stable economy, competitive corporate tax rates, a good regulatory environment, strong legal frameworks and a dynamic labour market.
UK Trade & Investment and the Manufacturing Advisory Service are joining forces to launch Reshore UK, a one-stop-shop service to help companies move production back home.
Large scale immigration is another UKIP concern because they connect it to low wages and inflated housing costs.
We understand this and that is why the Government's Help to Buy scheme is helping to increase the supply of new homes as well as helping people afford them. It is also building an immigration system that is fair to British citizens and legitimate migrants, tough on those who abuse the system, and which ensures people come to the UK for the right reasons – to work hard and contribute to our economy and society. These things don't happen overnight.
UKIP think David Cameron is too soft on Europe and want to cut its ties with it. But when their MEP's refused to turn up for important votes, David Cameron was busy securing a cut in the EU budget, saving British taxpayers hundreds of millions of pounds; vetoing a new EU treaty that would have given more power to Brussels; and refusing to spend British taxes bailing out the euro.
UKIP want a referendum but as Nigel Farage has admitted he 'cannot change a thing in Europe'. Crucially only the Conservative Party can give the British people a say on our relationship with Europe. Labour and the Lib Dems will not and UKIP can't. Even if UKIP were to win the European elections in May they would be no closer to being able to deliver on any of these promises. UKIP currently have no MPs, and would need to win 326 to be in a position to act.
Politics often stir the heart, and UKIP have certainly managed that! But we need to keep our heads over what it really can or cannot deliver.
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Plans for 12,400 homes in Teignbridge given green light
Plans to build 12,400 homes in Teignbridge in the next 20 years have been given the green light with Teignbridge Council adopting its Local Plan.
The planning blueprint maps out how jobs, homes, including affordable , community facilities, roads, country parks will be provided to meet local needs in the next 20 years.
Voting to go forward with the blueprint, called Plan Teignbridge: 27 councillors voted for, four against and eight councillors abstained.
Council leader Jeremy Christophers said neighbourhood plans couldn't move forward without a local plan in place.
"We need to remind ourselves that every political party is saying we need more housing. Getting the right housing for the district is vital," he said.
But Cllr Gordon Hook said before voting that he was stuck 'between a rock and a hard place' as he said he didn't think that the views of residents had been listened to but realised a local plan was vital to safeguarding development.
Cllr Mike Hocking also said it was a difficult decision to make. "If we vote against the plan, where does it leave us?" he questioned. "It leaves us open to development. If I vote for it I'm going against the residents in my ward."
Cllr Kelvyn Shantry opposed the plan and said a planning inspector had dismissed the 'factual planning arguments that were submitted and presented at the inquiry against the local plan'. He said he believes at most 10,000 homes are needed.
He said the council has predicted a population growth of 34,000 in their plan which he believes is flawed.
"The actual growth in Teignbridge was just over 3,000 in the past 10 years as measured by the census," said Cllr Shantry.
But Cllr Humphrey Clemens said voting against it would be 'wreckless' , while Cllr Mike Haines said the plan was a long time coming and that it would stop developers 'cherry picking' land like they have in the past.
After the meeting, Cllr Alan Connett, leader of the opposition Lib Dems, claimed: "This is a developers' charter which will see greenfields gobbled up and does not generate enough money for the much-needed infrastructure.
"There's also a cap on much-needed affordable housing which will see, at best, three homes in 10 for local people and families in housing need."
Plan Teignbridge seeks to provide:
12,400 homes including affordable homes, self build and open market
70 hectares of land for employment use
11,000m2 of shopping space in Newton Abbot
more cycle routes and other green transport options
improved environment and wildlife habitat protections for bats (including the rare greater horseshoe bats), dormice and slow worms
keep green spaces — known as Undeveloped Coast — between coastal communities.
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Bonus time as Exeter solicitors Michelmores post rise in profits
Michelmores has posted a 15 per cent increase in turnover to £26 million in its unaudited results for the financial year ending April 2014.
Profits at the Exeter-based law firm are also predicted to show growth in line with increased turnover. Staff will receive a bonus of three per cent of salary across the firm.
During the past financial year Michelmores has added more than 100 people to its headcount across its offices in Exeter, London and Bristol, bringing the total to 400 people, including partner lateral hires in tax, private wealth, corporate, financial services, construction, insurance and education.
Managing partner Malcolm Dickinson said: "2013 has been another strong year for the firm and demonstrates a strong growth trend, with both turnover and profit continuing to rise in line with our business strategy. Our continued success is the result of the hard work and professionalism of our employees and we are pleased to be able to recognise this with the payment of a bonus to all staff.
"It is our intention to continue our strategy of attracting and retaining the very best talent, who will help us to maintain our upward trajectory."
It follows the recent appointment of Nigel Hall as chairman of the board, following a comprehensive management and strategy review. Nigel, who joined the firm as a non-executive director two years ago, brings with him significant experience, having been group finance director to the Arcadia Group Plc, and is currently a non-executive director of C&J Clark, and chairman of the Board of Countrywide Farmers Plc.
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Exeter police investigate arson attack on car in Stoke Woods
Police are investigating a deliberate car fire in Exeter.
Fire crews were called to reports of a vehicle on fire in Stoke Woods, Exeter at 12:27pm yesterday.
On arrival crews found the vehicle to be well alight.
Crews extinguished the blaze using a compressed air foam jet.
The cause of the fire was deliberate and the vehicle was believed to have been at the location for a number of weeks.
Duty of care was left with police.
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Tiverton's Richards urges Clarkson to stay to keep squad together
RYAN Richards believes John Clarkson must stay at Tiverton if the club are to reach the Southern League Premier Division.
The manager has yet to commit his future to the club, and even hinted in the aftermath of the 3-1 play-off semi-final defeat to Paulton Rovers that off-field issues could result in him leaving.
Richards stated his desire for Clarkson to remain at Bolham Road, claiming that Tivvy's squad s far more likely to remain intact should the former Ontinyent boss remain.
"I would love for John to be here next year. The decision lies with him, but I feel if he stays then most of the squad will stay," he said.
"We have got the squad to go on and do it. We have 18 or 19 very strong players and, if we add one or two to that, there is no reason for us not to be up and around there."
Richards also revealed his relief at proving himself capable of scoring goals at Southern League level.
Richards netted five goals in four starts and 10 substitute appearances for the Yellows after turning down a move to Swedish fourth division outfit Ytterhogdals IK to join Tivvy in February.
Goals included a debut strike in the 2-0 win at Godalming Town and a double in the epic 4-4 draw with Wimborne Town.
Richards' haul showed that his imperious tally at former club Plymouth Parkway – where he boasted 52 goals in 62 games – was no fluke, and the youngster hopes to continue his fine form next term.
"I was a little bit nervous stepping up to the Southern League, where it is a lot more physical and the play is a lot faster," he said.
"But I feel I have proved myself to be a goalscorer in the Southern League. I feel I have done alright and that I couldn't have done too much more.
"I have had a few chances that I missed, but I feel I took most of my chances and I didn't do too badly. I'm hoping, fingers crossed, that I can be up there next season.
"If I am honest, I have no regrets about not moving to Sweden. Staying in this country, I think I made the right decision – for me personally and for football reasons too."
Tivvy's campaign is still not over, with the Devon St Luke's Bowl final to be played against Richards' former club Plymouth Parkway.
However, with Richards cup-tied, a return against his old club is not possible, leaving him to look back at the key points in Tiverton's campaign.
"In my opinion, the game against Wimborne was important," he said. "Not winning that game, I think that knocked our confidence a bit.
"Against Paulton, I think it was the shock of that third goal more than anything. They had just had a man sent off and we were pushing for the goal and within a minute or so they were up the other end and scoring.
"Before the game we heard we hadn't beaten them for 15 years or something. I know it sounds silly but maybe that got in our heads a little bit."
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Tisdale facing some tough decision as playing budget for new season is reduced
Exeter City manager Paul Tisdale says he will have some tough decisions to make over the next few weeks as he starts negotiating new deals with his players.
A number of the City first team are out of contract this summer and, with a reduced playing budget for the 2014/15 campaign, Tisdale says some may not get offered new deals while those that do may be forced to accept reduced terms.
"There is nothing official yet as I will be meeting with the financial people on Wednesday (yesterday) to establish exactly what the playing budget will be," said Tisdale.
"What is clear is that there will be a number of players who will be out of contract, who won't be offered new deals or will be offered reduced deals.This is because there will be a considerable reduction in the playing budget."
Tisdale would not be drawn on which players were out of contract or which players would be offered new deals.
However, John O'Flynn and Sam Parkin are two senior players at the club who haven't featured as much as they would have hoped this campaign and could well be on their way out of St James's Park.
Added to that, City could not afford a contract for Matt Oakley at this time last season and only managed to offer the ex-Derby County midfielder a one-year deal midway through the summer.
Both Tisdale and Oakley had to play a bit of a waiting game last July and it is something the boss is prepared to go through again this summer as he looks to tie up deals.
"It is not something that is going to happen overnight," he said. "These things could take three or four weeks to resolve.
"If I offer someone a deal on reduced terms, the chances are I won't get an answer straight away.
"This is because they will then look at other options and see where they sit.
"There are a number of players who are out of contract and I will have to spend a considerable amount of time deciding how I'm going to cut the cake. This is in terms of who is offered deals and how much.
"There will be players who won't be offered deals, but then there will be players who will sit in a grey area, where I would like to keep them at the club, but it will come down to value for money.
"It will come down to what they are prepared to accept and what other offers they have. It is not just a case of do you like someone or don't you like someone.
"It is a case of at what value. It is how much the player can get elsewhere, how much he is prepared to sign for.
"Most players sign at Exeter knowing that we are not making them rich.
"We giving them an opportunity and they have to be happy to accept a certain amount.
"Therefore, it is a not-clear cut question of we like them, we don't like them.
"We keep them, we don't keep them. It is one of the most onerous parts of my job, having to equate all these things."
Tisdale also reiterated that fans had to be patient and, because of a reduced playing budget, there was likely to be no new signings this summer.
"There will have to be some harsh decisions made over the next few weeks and what is also clear is that there will be very few signings, if any," he said. "This is because the job will be to reduce rather than bring in.
"I think when you look at the first team compared to this time last season, you are looking at the young players as our new signings. The likes of Matt Grimes, Jordan Moore-Taylor and others."
The City boss also confirmed that, despite Bristol Rovers' relegation to the Conference, it was unlikely there would be a deal at City for fans' favourite Alan Gow, who was loaned out to the Pirates in early February.
Bristol Rovers also released a statement on Tuesday saying they would be offering Gow a chance to earn a new contract by proving his fitness during the summer.
Gow damaged his ankle ligament a few weeks into his loan spell at Rovers.
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Alfie beats Avis brothers for title
Sampford Peverell's Alfie Flatters defeated the top two seeds on his way to victory at the Devon Closed men's singles title in Torquay on Monday.
The David Lloyd coach defeated top seed Peter Avis 6-2, 6-2 in the semi-finals before going one better to beat brother and No. 2 seed Buzzy Avis 6-1, 6-3 in the final to lift the trophy.
And Flatters, who entered the clay-court tournament seeded No. 4, says that beating the two top seeds on their own ground – all without dropping a set – made the win even more special.
"It was held in Torquay and to beat two Torquay players in the semi-finals and final was great," Flatters said.
"I was seeded fourth and managed to win it without dropping a set in the entire tournament, so that was good too.
"The final was played in quite blustery conditions but I dug it out and got the job done. I think the crowd got a bit nervous.
"In the quarter-finals and semi-finals I played really well. The semi-final in particular was, I felt, a really good performance."
Despite overcoming the top seeds in the last two rounds, Flatters revealed that his toughest test in his five-match run to the title actually came in the quarter-finals.
There he overcame powerhouse Andrew Laughton, using his superior movement and speed around the court to outmanoeuvre his big-hitting opponent.
"The hardest match I actually had in the entire tournament was in the quarter-final against Andrew Norton," Flatters continued.
"He is an absolute giant – about 6ft 7ins with a massive serve.
"I beat him 6-4, 6-3 and I was really happy with that. He had so much power. His ground strokes were very powerful, his serve was big and he was a very tough opponent.
"We were playing on the clay though so I thought if I could get him moving then I could win it, and it turned out he didn't move quite so well.
"I quite like clay. You can get long rallies going. I am not the most powerful in the game but I can slide around quite well. It was quite a cagey game and quite tactical too."
Up next for Flatters is the defence of his Dartmouth Royal Regatta men's singles title, which he won last year when he defeated Rhys Dunford 7-6 (7-2), 6-1 in the final.
"As well as coaching, I've got a tournament to defend in Dartmouth – the Dartmouth Royal Regatta – which I won last year," he said.
"I might also end up going away with the county team in the summer for the county cup, but I'm not sure – I don't have anything else set up for certain at the moment."
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Tancock confident of reaching full fitness for Glasgow
Liam Tanock believes he does have enough time to reach peak condition before this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The 29-year-old, who had his place confirmed on the England swimming team on Wednesday, is recovering from a hip problem which led to severe discomfort in his shoulder.
After a battery of tests and examinations, the issue was finally diagnosed at the turn of the year, allowing the three-times world champion to return to the pool.
Tancock recovered sufficiently to bag two silvers and clock the Commonwealth qualifying times at the British Swimming Championships in Glasgow last month, and he thinks he has enough time to become even more competitive before the swimming events start on July 26.
"I'm looking forward to the prospect of a few more months of hard training and seeing where that takes me. It is quite exciting really," said the 50m backstroke world record holder.
"The training is going really well so hopefully I have enough time.
"I had nine months without even knowing what the injury was so it depends how you look at things but, being a positive person, I am really pleased to have made the first stage and be selected in the team.
"Having said that, I am not just there to make up the team. I want to go out there and represent England in the best way I know how.
"I have been to two Commonwealth Games before and won gold medals at both. Having almost a home games this summer is very exciting."
Tancock celebrated his 29th birthday on Wednesday - the day his inclusion in the England squad was made public.
He already boasts an imperious Commonwealth Games record, winning two golds and a bronze in Delhi four years ago to accompany his gold and silver from Melbourne in 2006.
And Tancock is delighted to have the opportunity to extend his already-impressive record.
"I was just about to dive in the pool actually and my coach came over saying he had just got an email saying that we were in, so that was ideal," he said.
"People didn't really expect to see me there but I feel I have so much more to give and that is why I am still competing – I love it."
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Chiefs opinion: Quins attitude needs to be repeated
It seems odd to say 'that was just what the doctor ordered' after a defeat, but that was the overriding feeling after Sunday's match.
Exeter Chiefs may have lost at home again, and it may have been the seventh time they have come out on the wrong side of a tight contest in the Aviva Premiership this season, but the display was a vast improvement compared to the previous outing.
Whether Harlequins should have been able to come back from 23-5 down early in the second half is a discussion for another time, the performance really was the most important thing on Sunday.
Against Sale two weeks earlier, there was a generally flat feeling surrounding the match and the atmosphere. The visitors controlled the game well early on to keep the crowd quiet and the Chiefs players had a collective off day that added up to their heaviest home league defeat.
Players and coaches – not to mention supporters – called for an immediate response and a return to what could be considered the usual Exeter Chiefs attitude.
They got that as the hosts defended well all match, being far more pre-active in their tackling and making Quins work harder to get on the front foot than Sale had to as they ran in eight tries.
The crowd responded with more vocal support and there was a much more positive vibe around Sandy Park.
It was not the win that would have seen the Exeter faithful say farewell to some old favourites in style in the final outing at home this term, but that may have been asking too much with the way this season has gone.
The Chiefs do not have a good track record against the sides above them in the table and, with Harlequins still in the running for fourth place and a semi-final spot, were not favourites to turn that around on Sunday.
However, with the sun out and spirits lifted by the obvious desire on show, there could have been far worse ways to hand out the supporters' player of the year award to Dean Mumm on the pitch after the final whistle, and acknowledge the efforts of the whole squad over the campaign.
The key now is making sure that is not just a one-off, that the required hunger and will-to-win remains in place for this Saturday's final match of the campaign at Newcastle, and is also there from the start of next season.
Sunday's defeat also signalled the end to any hopes the Chiefs had of qualifying for next season's European Champions Cup, with Wasps now assured of seventh place and a two-legged play-off against Stade Français.
That will be no bad thing as, with next season's squad primarily built around a core of players with little more than a year's experience of regular Premiership rugby, having the chance to rotate the squad in the less pressurised environment of the Challenge Cup will be a benefit.
Three of the five signings announced so far have little or no experience of top-flight rugby so are bound to take time to settle, while the front-line players will be able to rest more often than they could this term in the top European competition.
Before all that, however, comes that game at Newcastle and the chance to end the season on something of a high. Exeter have not lost against a side below them in the table this season. They'll be hoping they can keep it that way with a good showing at Kingston Park.
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Newcastle Falcons v Exeter Chiefs: Match preview
Exeter Chiefs may be preparing for their final game of the season, but head coach Rob Baxter will not settle for any let-up in intensity this week.
After restoring some pride with a much improved display against Harlequins than the embarrassment of their record defeat against Sale, the Sandy Park boss wants his players to build on that showing.
The desire was back in their play and, despite a late try condemning them to a 30-29 defeat, they came out with a fair amount of positives.
Baxter has now told his players that has to be the benchmark from now on as he will not accept a return to the limp performance that saw them crash 55-12 in their previous outing.
"The Harlequins performance has to be a start point for us," Baxter told Echo Sport. "We start from there and add to it, it's not the be-all and end-all.
"We put a lot into that game, but that's where we start from. You have to keep building your quality and what you can improve on top of that.
"We've got to be a bit frustrated with losing and realise that's a minimum standard and we have to keep working hard."
The marked improvement from the Sale match to the Quins game can largely be put down to the attitude of the players on the pitch.
Having got that right with a few meetings leading up to last Sunday's final home game of the campaign, Baxter hopes he will not have to mention it again this week.
Even though there is nothing riding on the match for either side, the former Chiefs captain wants his players to show the same determination they did against Harlequins.
"You would like to think that we learned a bit of a lesson about what can happen if you drop off your intensity and that lesson is something that has been learned and we don't have to address again," he said.
"In many ways there's been some good things happen this season, that's what we have to make sure the season is about and not about Exeter's poor results, which is a big thing for me.
"I want the lads to go and perform well against Newcastle because I don't want to finish the season with people talking about a poor end to our season, I want people to talk about where Exeter are going and all the positive things from the last couple of years."
One of the reasons behind Exeter's drop in results this season has been that they have been unable to come out on top in the tight games.
Seven times they have lost an Aviva Premiership match by one score or less this term, which sees them sitting ninth in the standings.
Baxter thinks that is primarily due to the inexperienced players in his squad, with a whole host not used to being regular started in the top flight before this campaign.
With that in mind, he is already looking forward to next season when they will all be a year wiser.
Baxter said: "Pretty much half the squad that's played regularly this season are in their first full Premiership season. We want everyone to learn quickly, but sometimes you need to go through it to learn from it.
"If the lads who have been through it for the first time this season learn from it and we get a five or 10 per cent improvement next year, in terms of amount games won that would make a massive difference for us.
"We have to be happy with what we see happening in the future, but also be proud of our achievements in the here and now.
"We got that balance a lot better against Harlequins when there was a definite improvement in the here and now."
One of the big problems for Baxter is working out who is fit enough to feature against Newcastle after England Saxons back-rower Dave Ewers was added to the list of injured players with concussion. It leaves the Chiefs down the bare bones in the back five of the scrum.
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Matt Jess says Exeter Chiefs will improve next season
Winger Matt Jess believes Exeter Chiefs will be stronger next season as a result of their struggles this term.
The Sandy Park outfit have only won three of their last 14 Aviva Premiership matches, with one game to go at Newcastle on Saturday.
However, last weekend's 30-29 loss at home against Harlequins saw a dramatic improvement in the Chiefs' display as they fought tooth and nail.
That attitude was missing when they lost 55-12 in their previous game against Sale, and Jess said the lessons they have learned from the defeats this season would benefit them in the long run.
"We'll take this (the Harlequins result) and this whole year, we'll look at our performances and the Sale performance and next season, when the new stand is up, we'll come out and we'll be different players," said Jess.
"We've learned as a team this year, through some results that have slipped away from us by one point or two points, and we'll get stronger.
"We're a close-knit group, we'll rebuild and we'll come out next year firing at home."
Jess feels part of the reason for the slump in fortunes this term has been the experienced players they have lost through retirement.
After club legend Rich Baxter decided to hang up his boots at the end of last season, former skipper Tom Hayes, his long-time second-row partner James Hanks and hooker Chris Whitehead have been forced to call it a day due to injury during this campaign.
Jess says other players have stepped up to fill the void, such as Kai Horstmann, and thinks they can drive the club on again next time around.
"You look at Tommy Hayes, James Hanks and Chrissy – they're big parts of the club from the Championship days and Chris joined us when we were promoted," he said.
"These lads have been the compound of the team. They've gone away and we've had to put other peoples' leadership skills to the test. Boys like Henry Slade have been those leaders.
"Kai has come in, he's got a massive head on his shoulders, he's played lots of Premiership games, and we can learn from people like him.
"Hopefully we can get better, turn up next year, especially at home, and get wins against these top-four sides."
Before thoughts can turn to the 2014/15 season, Exeter end their campaign against Dean Richards' Falcons.
Jess said he and his teammates will be looking to sign off on a positive note by winning at Kingston Park.
"We can go to Newcastle and put in a big performance like we did on Sunday because we know it's in us," he said.
"Hopefully we can take some pride with us, go up to Newcastle and bring back five points. We can really end the year on a massive high."
Jess, 30, scored just his second league try against Harlequins on Sunday as Exeter built a 23-5 lead early in the second half.
However, just like when he scored against Gloucester in March, the winger's score came in defeat.
The former Launceston flier hopes he can break that run and cross the line in a victory this weekend.
Jess said of his try: "Ian (Whitten) sold the dummy really well and gave me a great inside ball for me to finish off.
"It was nice to get over for the try, but like the Gloucester match it was a game that got away from us.
"Hopefully this weekend I can score a try and we can actually win the game. When the opportunities come hopefully I can take them."
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Artur Krysiak's departure from Exeter City confirmed
Exeter City have confirmed that goalkeeper Artur Krysiak will be leaving St James's Park this summer.
Krysiak has been one of City's star performers this season, but rumours have been circulating for a while that he would be moving onto a bigger club when he contract ended.
The Polish stopper has featured 142 times in all competitions for the Grecians since arriving at the club on a free transfer from Birmingham City in 2010.
At present, there are no plans to bring in another goalkeeper into the club – Christy Pym and James Hamon are currently expected to be vying for the jersey at the start of the 2014/15 season.
Manager Paul Tisdale praised the work of Krysiak at his club and said he believed he could play at a much higher level.
"Artur has been absolutely impeccable in his professionalism throughout his time with the club and he has had nothing but commitment to improving himself and the team," he said.
"Of all the goalkeepers that we have had at St James's Park during my time with the club, he has the technical and physical attributes to potentially go furthest in the game, and I believe that had can go on to play at a very high level.
"He is still only 24 years old and has already played the best part of 200 Football League games – most of which with us – and we are grateful for his significant input during these past four seasons.
"Artur also deserves an immense amount of credit for the way he has gone out of the way to help Christy Pym in his development during his time too. Like any senior player should, he has added a great deal of value to his younger colleagues."
"During these final five games of the season in particular, Artur was hugely supportive of Christy and helped him and the club immeasurably during a crucial time in City's season, which was a testament to his character and appreciated by all the staff."
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Crews called to fire in Queen Street, Exeter
Fire crews were called to Queen Street in Exeter this morning adter reports of a light fitting fire in a property.
One fire appliance from Exeter, one from Middlemoor and one from Topsham were sent to the incident as 08:47 today.
On arrival crews confirmed that there had been a small fire in an over heated light fitting and that the fire was out.
A thermal image camera was used and the scene made safe.
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Horror and comedy from EAT Theatre at the Barnfield, Exeter
Prepare to be terrified as EAT Theatre bring their latest Grand Guignol-inspired production to the Barnfield Theatre, Exeter.
The four short plays, based on performances at Le Théâtre du Grand-Guignol, which in turns amused and shocked Parisian theatre-goers in the late 19th century and early 20th century, will take to the stage from May 22 to 24.
Promising to 'fright and delight' the audience, the four plays are:THE MAN WHO SAW THE DEVIL: Based on the short story L'Homme qui a vu le diable by the author of The Phantom of the Opera, Gaston Leroux. A group of hunters seek shelter at a mountain lodge where they meet the owner, a man whose encounter with the Devil has left him unable to lose at gambling. Not believing such nonsense, one of the group decides to play him at cards, resulting in disastrous consequences. THE MONKEY'S PAW: Based on a short story, published in 1902, this stage adaptation was performed in London the same year. A family come into the possession of a talisman that has the power to grant three wishes, but the wishes come with an enormous price. A DANGEROUS LOVE: Written specially for this production, based on an idea from a 10-minute short film written & directed by Francine Winham. A woman takes drastic action to keep the affections of the man she loves.NUIT DE NOCES: A one-act comedy written and performed for the 1945 Grand Guignol revival at the Granville Theatre. Paris, 1750: a Count's evening is interrupted by the arrival of a distressed young newly wed seeking refuge from her husband who follows hot on her heels resulting in hilarious consequences.
Tickets for the show are £11 (students £9). For more information visit www.EATtheatre.co.uk or visit the Barnfield Theatre website www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk
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Artur Krysiak emotional about departure from Exeter City
Former Exeter City keeper Artur Krysiak admitted he was emotional about his departure from St James's Park, but felt the time was right to move on.
Kysiak, who played 142 times for City, announced on Wednesday that he would leaving the Grecians - something which was confirmed by the club on Thursday as they revealed the seven players who were not on their retained list.
Krysiak, who has played 142 times for City over four years, has ambitions of playing at a higher level and while he has not signed for another club yet he said the time was right for him to leave.
"The four years that I have been here have been really good years, because I have met so many good people, met so many good players that I could learn from, as well as some excellent coaching staff. So to leave is very emotional, because those four year really mean a lot to me," said Krysiak.
"I have some unforgettable memories, but for me and the club it was time to move on.
"It is just part of footballers' lives. They arrive into a club and then they depart at some point. It is what it is.
"I'm 24 now, and 25 in August, and I have got my goals that I have set since I started playing football.
"Step by step, year by year I'm trying to get as close to those goals as possible."
Asked if he knew what level of football he will be playing at next season, Krysiak added:
"I will be trying to get a club in a higher league and get more experience, that is the plan at the moment.
"I need a break first though as it has been quite a long, difficult season for me and the team. I will relax a little bit now and let my agent deal with the contracts and finding me a club for next season.
"I don't know at what level that will be at yet, but I would like to play as high as possible.
"It is down to other clubs and if they want me.
"To be fair I asked my agent about it and he has mentioned a couple of names of clubs, but I don't want to reveal it until it is sorted.
"There are clubs that are interested, but at the end of the day if there is no contract on the table.
"Until I have got that in front of me, I'm not sure where I'm going to be."
Krysiak, who has been one of the star performers for City this season, picked up the Exeter City Supporters' Trust and the East Devon Grecians' player of the year awards for the 2013/14 campaign.
He say he has been inundated with messages of good will since he announced his departure, something which he is grateful for.
"I think my connection with the fans improved during the four years I was at the club," he said.
"I have received so many warm message in the last 24 hours, over 100. So I'm really thankful to the fans.
"I think that relationship, between me and the fans, was really good because fans want passion. I think they appreciated the way I always celebrated the goals we scored against different teams.
"I always tried my best and they appreciated that as well. I enjoyed the support from the Big Bank (one of the stands at Exeter City) and the fans cheering me every time after the football.
"I would like to thank every single one of them for their messages and for cheering me on."
Asked to name a highlight from his time at City, Krysiak concluded: "I think the Devon derbies against Plymouth Argyle and Torquay United were highlights.
"Also the match at Huddersfield away when we won 1-0, that was quite a good game.
"However all the games were good, because it was an honour. It was an honour for me playing for Exeter City and pulling on that shirt week in, week out."
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Police capture suspect following Tiverton knifepoint robbery
A suspect has been caught after a huge police search in Tiverton.
A police helicopter was seen circulating the Wilcombe area of Tiverton at around 12.40pm today.
A spokesperson from Tiverton police station said: "We were looking for an individual who has now been detained."
The person is currently in police custody in Exeter.
Officers have been searching for a man who threatened a teenager with a knife and stole his cash yesterday.
The incident happened just before 1pm at the entrance to People's Park in Tiverton, near the Exe Valley Leisure Centre in Bolham Road.
The offender, who is thought to be between 18 and 25, threatened the 18-year-old man before making off with his money and a mobile phone.
The suspect is also believed to have approached another man in the walkway between Morrison's supermarket and Market Carpets shortly before the robbery.
The police helicopter was also seen hovering over the town at around 1.30pm on Wednesday to try and locate the man who ran off.
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Transfer Rumours: Fábregas to Man City or Man U, Sagna to Chelsea, Demba Ba to West Ham and Caulker back to Spurs
1) Liverpool have made an approach for Barcelona winger Cristian Tello, according to The Metro. The paper reports manager Brendan Rodgers was keen on bringing in the 22-year-old last summer, but talks were halted after he agreed a new deal at the Spanish club. However Tello has been told he can now find a new club with Liverpool topping the list.
2) Manchester United are facing competition from rivals Man City for the signature of Cesc Fábregas. Spanish international was linked with a switch to Old Trafford in the summer before deciding to stay put, but his situation in Catalonia is said to have changed. The paper also reports United face competition from Manchester City for Luke Shaw and Adam Lallana.
3) Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna is set to leave the club for an English rival after the 31-year-old said he wants to stay in England when his contract runs out this summer. According to Chelsea and Manchester City leading the chase to sign the Frenchman. A source close to Sagna revealed to Starsport late last month: "He will leave the club 100 per cent - there is no way he will stay. "He feels very heartbroken, disgusted and disrespected by the board and the offers they are making, after being so loyal to the club for so many years. "Now his focus will be to help his team-mates and the fans by landing the FA Cup and a top four finish."
4) West Ham want Demba Ba back, according to various reports in today's papers. The club are ready to bid to bring Chelsea's Ba to Upton Park for £8 million at the end of the season. Ba has admitted in recent weeks he did expect to be moved on by Chelsea this summer.
5) And finally Tottenham want Steven Caulker back. According to The Mirror Spurs are planning a move for both Cardiff's David Marshall and Steven Caulker. The Blue Birds are expected to lose a few star players following their relegation and England defender has a release clause in his contract.
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