Police appeal after man assaulted outside Exmouth's Q Club

July 25, 2014, 4:13 am

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Police in Exmouth are appealing for information after a man suffered a broken jaw in an assault after leaving a town night spot. The victim was assaulted some time after 2am outside the Q Club in the area of Elm Grove and Manchester Street, on Thursday, July 3. Witnesses of the incident, or anyone with any information about the assault, is urged to contact police on 101, quoting CR/088200/14.

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Primary schoolchildren in Exeter hand-over parking petition to Devon County Council

July 25, 2014, 4:23 am

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Young children have taken their fight against "intolerable" parking outside a primary school in Exeter to the highest authority in the area. The youngsters from Stoke Hill Infant School handed-over a petition on Thursday to Devon County Council demanding a review of parking in the local area. They were accompanied by Exeter's Lord Mayor Percy Prowse and two teaching assistants as they gave the petition to councillors before a full council meeting at County Hall. Cllr Prowse said: "There is absolutely nowhere to park, because there are no restrictions in the area. Parents are being forced to park on grass verges. The Highways Authority accept it is intolerable." Residents are also unhappy about the current situation that they blame on commuters using the area for free parking. Local councillor Peter Holland said: "It's chaotic at the start and end of the school day. Some parents irresponsibly park on double yellow lines – obstructing entrances and residents' driveways. That's causing people a lot of frustration and irritation." The school is hoping the review will find a solution to make the school drop-off and pick-up times more pleasant for everyone. Sarah Mackay, the school's head teacher, said: "We want the county council to carry-out a review so it can be made clearer who is parking where and why. Times change, and I think we are due a review."

Flash storm causes 'significant damage' to portraits, flooring and garden at Killerton House near Exeter

July 25, 2014, 5:03 am

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STAFF at a National Trust property near Exeter have been left to clear up the damage caused by the flash storm yesterday. The heavy rain at Killerton House caused 'significant' damage to three of its framed Grillion's Club portraits, original wood flooring and parts of the garden. Water damaged areas are now undergoing a very slow drying-out process using dehumidifiers and a conservation specialist will be visiting to begin work to carry out painstaking repairs. A spokesman for the Killerton House said that despite the damage they were open as normal. "Sadly, last night a ceiling leak caused significant damage to the original frames of three of the portraits and to the Hall's wood flooring, they said. "We expect this restoration work to take weeks in order to return the portraits back to their former glory. "But, we're happy to say it is business as usual here and we are open to visitors if you don't mind the buzz of dehumidifiers and a small rearrangement in furniture. "Our gardeners have also been busy this morning clearing drains, mud and debris left behind by the sheer volume of water that hit Killerton last night. "The pathways are now clear though and the garden buggies will be operating today. All in a day's work for our team." Great Sir Thomas Acland was a founding member of Grillions, once a London dining club where politicians of 'differing opinions' met on the quiet every other Wednesday to dine together 'in agreeable surroundings'. Sir Thomas was obviously very fond of his political luncheon friends. He commissioned portraits of them, all of which hang in the Entrance Hall at Killerton House today.

Crews called to fire at shop in Newton Abbot

July 25, 2014, 5:35 am

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Crews were called to a fire at a shop in Newton Abbot this morning. Two appliances attended the scene in Queen Street just after 10am to reports of smoke inside a property. On arrival, crews found that there had been a small fire within a light fitting. The fire was out on arrival so crews checked the premises using a thermal imaging camera and small tools. Duty of care was then left with the shop staff.

More than 100 drink drivers stopped by Devon and Cornwall Police during World Cup campaign

July 25, 2014, 5:52 am

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MORE than 100 motorists were caught drink driving during a crackdown by Devon and Cornwall Police during the FIFA World Cup. The annual summer drink and drug driving crackdown had a special focus on the consequences of driving while over the limit the morning after drinking because of World Cup matches often being played later into the night and during weekdays. Inspector Richard Pryce, Roads Policing Unit Inspector, said: "The scheduling times of some matches meant that there was potential for people to drink later into the night, then to drive at the normal time in the morning without considering whether they may be over the drink drive limit." Between 1st and 30th June this year 776 drink drive tests were conducted in Devon and Cornwall of which 132 were positive, refused or failed (17%). This compares to the same period in June 2013 when 789 tests were conducted of which 166 were positive, refused or failed (21%). Of the drink drive tests which were administered in the "morning after" period between 5am and 11am (based on time of arrest), 11 returned a positive result. Those convicted of drink driving can expect to be banned for at least 12 months, receive a fine of up to £5,000 and/or six months in prison. Collisions resulting in a fatality, where the driver is under the influence of alcohol can carry a penalty of up to ten years in prison.

Prince Harry pledges support to Exmouth Royal Marine and his comrades who have completed epic anniversary expedition

July 25, 2014, 6:04 am

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AN astounding multi-sport trans-European expedition has come to a spectacular end for six Royal Marines who have skied, sailed, cycled, kayaked and run 4,136-miles in under six months. The Royal Marines 1664 Challenge marks the 350th anniversary of the Corps in 1664 and has so far raised almost £350,000 for the Royal Marines Charitable Trust Fund. The Corps Six, including former Exeter School student, Officer Commanding, Captain Sam Moreton from Exmouth, have demonstrated remarkable determination and resilience, personifying the Commando spirit and Corps ethos. Ahead of the expedition finale in London today, yesterday evening Prince Harry pledged his support in person to the Commandos, Capt Moreton, 26, Second in Command Colour Sergeant Richie Hayden, 33, Corporal Tom Rounding, 35, Lance Corporal Matt Robb, 27, Marine Tom Barker, 19, and Cpl Anthony Fairclough. From the beginning, the Echo has been documenting the feat which culminated with a Midnight 30 miler event which saw marines, officers and attached commandos run alongside international comrades from the US Marine Corps, the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps and Australia. The squadded speed march involved Royal Marines personnel averaging 15 minute miles in combat boots from the Cutty Sark Gardens to the start of the RM350 City of London Freedom March which took place today, Friday, July 25. The end of the 30-miler linked-in with a separate contingent of over 700 Royal Marines who proceeded to exercise their privilege to march through the City of London, with colours flying, drums beating and bayonets fixed, for only the fourth time in their 350 year history, between the Honourable Artillery Company (the birthplace of the Royal Marines) and the Guildhall. Once at the Guildhall, the baton that has accompanied the 1664 Challenge throughout was handed to the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman Fiona Wolfe CBE, for safekeeping, ahead of a hand over to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh at a commemorative dinner later in the year. The 1664 Challenge, saw the Corps Six ski 1664km across Norway, sail 1664km from Norway to Cadiz in Spain, cycle 1664km from Cadiz to Calais, kayak across the English Channel and run 1664km through England, Wales and Scotland. The team was joined by over 4,200 other Royal Marines and Army Commandos along the way. On Saturday, May 31, almost 1,000 Royal Marines from the Commando Training Centre joined the Corps Six in a speed march from the seafront to the camp via the Strand, constituting 5.2-miles to the overall distance. Speaking from London after the hand-over of the baton, Lieutenant Colonel Gary Green, 1664 Challenge organiser, said: "The Royal Marines achieve the extraordinary every day while on operation throughout the world. "But what this challenge has done is take six from each of the main commando units in the country, give them the basic skills they need in different environments and send them on their way – and that has been remarkable. "Even by Royal Marines standards these guys have shone through. "Many months ago, I sat down with them and explained what they were going to be doing – told them it was going to be tough and at times, tougher. "And I've watched them over six months grow as Royal Marines and also as individuals and I'm immensely proud of all six of them." To donate visit www.justgiving.com/RoyalMarines1664Challenge

Ed Chorlton resigns as Exeter City chairman

July 25, 2014, 6:13 am

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Ed Chorlton has stepped down from his post as Exeter City chairman. A statement on the club's website at 2.30pm today (Friday) said: "Edward Chorlton OBE has decided to stand down as Chairman of Exeter City AFC with immediate effect following speculation in the press. "Mr Chorlton wishes Exeter City well in the future. "He says the club has a professional board of directors, an outstanding manager, a very talented young team, and a group of hard working staff. "He thanks them for their support and friendship over the last four and a half years and wishes the club and its dedicated supporters a very successful 2014/15 season." Chorlton took over as chairman in December 2009 but the Express & Echo reported two weeks' ago that his future was in doubt after the Supporters' Trust, the majority shareholder of the club, had placed a vote of no confidence in him at their board meeting on July 8.

Man denies using a BB gun to cause fear of violence

July 25, 2014, 6:22 am

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A man has denied having and using a BB gun to cause fear of violence in Ilfracombe. Luke Simmonds, aged 30, pleaded not guilty to a single charge of possessing a Beretta BB imitation firearm with the intention of causing another man to believe unlawful violence was going to be used. Simmonds, of West End, Street, Somerset, was bailed by Judge Phillip Wassall at Exeter Crown Court and will face a jury trial next week.

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Financial adviser will face re-trial in Exeter over data hacking allegations

July 25, 2014, 6:29 am

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A financial adviser is to face a fresh trial over allegations that he hacked data from a former employer before using it to start his own business. A jury at Exeter Crown Court failed to reach a verdict on 35-year-old Stephen Wales after a week long fraud trial earlier this month and were discharged. The Crown Prosecution Service have now decided it is in the public interest for there to be a retrial but it is unlikely to be heard until next spring. Mr Greg Richardson, prosecuting, said:"At the last hearing the Crown were allowed time to consider whether there should be a retrial in this case and they have decided they will proceed with a retrial." The jury were unable to reach a verdict after hearing how Wales took six gigabytes of data from his former employers the Pension Drawdown Company on his last day of work. Former employer Mr Jonathan Walker said he became suspicious after a stream of clients moved to Wales' new firm and he discovered data had been removed from his system. Wales said he only used those parts of the database which he needed to service a small number of clients who he it was agreed would follow him to his new company, called Positive Solutions Financial Services. The prosecution said he used the data to help his new business but he told the jury he had done nothing dishonest and had merely been lazy in not filtering out those files which related to his clients. He accepted he had broken data protection rules by removing the zip drive files but denied any dishonest intent lay behind his copying of client risk and valuation files. Computer studies graduate Wales, of Torquay, denies fraud.

Woman who lives with dogs in a van around Exeter denies fire threats against planners

July 25, 2014, 6:58 am

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A woman who now lives in a van with her three dogs in and around Exeter has pleaded not guilty to threatening officials who tried to evict her from her home in a converted railway carriage. Linda Elt, aged 64, is now homeless and living with her three Jack Russell dogs in a Renault van in various locations around the Exeter, Exmouth and Sidmouth area. She will face a trial next month at Exeter Crown Court accused of threatening to endanger the life of an official by damaging her former home at Chawleigh, North Devon. At the time she was facing eviction from her own land in a planning dispute and the allegations concern her threatening to cause a fire at the property. Widower Mrs Elt, who suffers from ME, is alleged to have blockaded her former property just outside Chawleigh with a vehicle to prevent council officials enforcing a planning notice and threatened to set light to fuel.

Lorry driver denies causing M5 death crash near Cullompton

July 25, 2014, 7:21 am

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A lorry driver has pleaded not guilty to causing the death of a motorist in a crash on the M5 near Cullompton. Julian Ketcher entered a not guilty plea at Exeter Crown Court to causing the death of motorist Alan Clements who died in an accident on the Hele Straight near junction 28 on December 12 last year. Scania HGV driver Ketcher, aged 42, of Warwick, will now be tried at Exeter on November 3. Mr Clements, aged 47, from Hengoed, Oswestry, died as a result of an accident when his black Ford Focus car was one of five vehicles involved in a pile up on the Northbound carriageway.

Swimmer rescued off Orcombe Point at Exmouth

July 25, 2014, 8:11 am

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Exmouth Lifeguards were sent out on their jet ski following a 999 call reporting a female swimmer in difficulties off Orcombe Point. The alarm was raised shortly before midday on Friday, but the swimmer was assisted ashore before the lifeguards arrived. She did not need medical attention.

Coastguard issues warning after bungling Devon sailor and his dog rescued from leaky boat

July 25, 2014, 8:40 am

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Coastguards have stressed the importance of ensuring a vessel is seaworthy and properly equipped before taking to the waves after a rescue in the Bristol Channel last night. Just before midnight on Thursday, the Swansea Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre was contacted by the police who had received a call from a mariner, accompanied only by his dog, whose 17ft sailing boat had become stranded mid-Channel, just south of Lundy Island, after the outboard motor failed. Upon further investigation it was discovered that the vessel was one of the least seaworthy that Swansea Coastguards had encountered for some time: its hull was leaking, the mast was missing, with an old windsurfing rig serving as a poor substitute; the boat had no lights, no VHF radio – the sailor contacted the emergency services on a mobile phone – and his GPS device wasn't working, so he was unable to give his position. The optimistic voyager, who had also neglected to carry any charts, informed Coastguards that he was en route to the Hebrides, having set out from Instow, North Devon. Coastguards had to use onshore telecommunications beacons to estimate his position to within 30km. This enabled them to task the search and rescue helicopter from Chivenor who spent two hours searching for a boat in the dark with no lights on, and just after 4am on Friday the sailor and his canine companion were winched from the boat. RNLI's Appledore lifeboat was tasked to recover the vessel from a position 2.5 miles SSW of Lundy so that it was no longer a danger to shipping in the busy Bristol Channel. The volunteer lifeboat crew returned to station at 9.15am, ready for a full day's work. Bernie Kemble, Swansea Coastguard Watch Officer, said: "So many things were wrong with this gentleman's boat and lack of preparation that the situation was almost comical. He had taken to sea in what was effectively a leaky fibreglass hull, without even the most basic communications and safety equipment. "Thankfully, weather conditions were calm, he was avoided by other vessels in the area and he was able to use the only piece of communications equipment he had to hand – his mobile phone – to raise the alarm. However, the situation could have been far more serious and he and his dog were lucky that they were rescued promptly. "We would remind anyone in trouble at sea or on the coast to dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard." The sailor and his dog were both reported to be unharmed by their ordeal.

Daughter of Exeter pensioner Alma Royle whose body was found after two week search thanks community following her inquest

July 25, 2014, 8:53 am

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The daughter of an elderly Exeter woman whose body was found in woodland after a two week search has thanked the local community for all their efforts following her inquest. Alma Royle was last seen leaving her home in Exonia Park, St Thomas, in the morning of July 26 2013. Following a high profile search her body was discovered by a farmer and his dog on August 9 less than 100ft from her home. Her inquest at County Hall in Exeter this morning (Friday) heard a post mortem could not ascertain cause of death due to decomposition and she had to be identified through DNA samples. There was no evidence of foul play but the circumstances of her death remain a mystery. Dr Elizabeth Earland recorded an open verdict. She said "I am not allowed to speculate. I am sure you (daughter) have your own ideas how she got lost, stuck and unable to get herself out. "There is no evidence of any foul play but we do not have a cause of death. She had clearly been deceased for some time but it is not possible to say when she died." Alma, 83, was a retired civil servant, who had been widowed for seven years. She was described as "lucid, alert and active" but in the two months before her disappearance she had started to develop some early signs of senile dementia. Her daughter Louise Johnson said one of Alma's neighbours Paul Chamberlain called her at her home in France to say Alma was looking for her dead husband. Mrs Johnson said she arranged to visit with a view to discussing her on-going care arrangements but she declined any offer of assistance. She had seen her GP who said there were no immediate concerns for her safety. She called Mr Chamberlain to express concern about some of her mother's recent behaviour. He went round to check on her but when there was no response so forced entry with a crowbar. She was not at home so he called the police. Despite the large scale search Alma's body went undiscovered until David Ablett, of Old Wheatley Farm in Pocombe Bridge which borders Exonia Park, said he smelt the "scent of death in the air" during a walk. He said: "I took the dog back to see if she could identify what had caused that smell. She walked up, barked once and then came back. "I went over and saw what looked like a skeleton covered up by brambles, canopy and undergrowth. She had clearly been there for some time. "I did not go any further and called the police to say we had found Alma. She was 90ft down the hill from my boundary with Exonia Park. "I had previously walked a few feet from his location but didn't have the dog so didn't pay it much attention." After the inquest Louise Johnson said she hoped she could now get some closure and thanked the police and community for their support during the two week search. She said: "There was nothing new that came to light today. It has been a year now but I felt I had to be here as it was the final thing that I could do for her. "I am kind of thankful she died when she was still living in her own home. It was a big relief when she was found. Obviously you would prefer her to go quietly in her sleep but as her GP and others have said no-one could have foreseen what happened. "Looking back at everything that happened at the time it still seems surreal. You wonder how you get through but you do. The community were amazing and all her neighbours at Exonia Park. I have been back a few times and it has made me realise how lucky she was living where she did. They all really look out for each other. "The fact there was someone there to check on her when I had concerns shows what kind of place it was. The police were also fantastic and did everything they could. "I am eternally grateful."

UK's oldest healthcare business opens Salts Medilink Centre in Exeter

July 25, 2014, 9:21 am

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The Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor Percy Prowse, has officially opened a new medical dispensing centre and clinic in the city. Family-owned Salts Healthcare has opened its 20th UK Salts Medilink Centre in Sidwell Street, replacing the Lyndsey and Son shop which has moved to Pinhoe Road. The mayor and mayoress were also shown around the centre and saw the company's investment in offices, patient consultation rooms and extensive storage facilities. Salts Healthcare also showed off their investment in technology. The new centre will, like all other Medilink offices offer the new 'Electronic Prescription Service' or EPS for those whose GPs can provide this service which will help patients and practitioners save time, effort and money when ordering repeat prescriptions. Salts Medilink has taken over the dispensing appliance license from Lyndsey and Son and will operate this from the Sidwell Road site. Salts Healthcare began in 1701 and manufactures orthotic devices and stoma care products for distribution across the globe. Currently run by three tenth-generation brothers, with its headquarters in Birmingham, it is the UK's oldest healthcare business. Managing director Peter Salt said: "I'm delighted to have a Salts Medilink Centre in Exeter and I'm very proud and honoured that the Lord Mayor and Mayoress of Exeter officially opened our 20th site and I'd like to thank them both for their time. The sun shone, everybody had a great time and my team and I look forward to serving the people of Devon for many years to come."

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Photo of the week: Budleigh Salterton beach

July 25, 2014, 9:21 am

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Congratulations to Ali May, the latest winner of our weekly photo competition.

Once again the standard was very high, with images being submitted on Facebook, Twitter and via email.

Ali's photo is of Budleigh Salterton beach.

Also pictured here is a selection of other photos submitted for the competition.

We'll now begin our search for next week's lucky photographer, so get involved by uploading them in your own online gallery <a href="http://www.exeterexpressandecho.co.uk/pictures">here</a>, post them on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/expressecho">Facebook</a> page, <a href="https://twitter.com/ExpressandEcho">tweet</a> us, or email us eephotos@expressandecho.co.uk

The only rule is your photo must be of Exeter or the surrounding area. We will announce the winner in next week's print edition of the Express & Echo and also feature a selection of other entries.

We will also upload one of our submitted photos as our Facebook cover photo each week.

You can see a gallery of other entries <a href="http://www.exeterexpressandecho.co.uk/pictures">here</a>

Rio Cricket Club 1 Exeter City 3: Match report

July 25, 2014, 12:47 pm

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Exeter City's came from one goal down to win their final game of their Brazilian tour against the Rio Cricket Club (RCC) select XI. Christy Pym started the match in goal with a back five of Aaron Dawson, Jordan Tillson, Pat Baldwin, Danny Coles and Ollie Watkins in front of him. Danny Butterfield, Matt Grimes and Arron Davies made up the midfield, while Tom Nichols partnered Matt Jay up front. The cricket club are an amateur team in the Rio leagues and, broadly speaking, play at the equivalent to Western League level in England. However, they showed plenty of confidence right from the off, playing out from their own goal line at times. However, this was mostly down to the City pressing, keeping them nailed down and therefore having the territorial advantage on a lush pitch, not brilliantly suited to passing play. On the ball, though, City demonstrated the now familiar neatness, but were unable to quite break through despite several clever attacks notably involving Nichols, who was denied each time by last ditch blocks, saves by the keeper or sheer weight of numbers in the Brazlian side's defence. Nichols also found space and time on the left to pick out Aaron Dawson coming in at the far post but his cross was just too high for Dawson to keep his header under the bar. Against the run of play RCC took the lead with a chipped ball and neat finish through the middle of the visiting defence. City boss Paul Tisdale rang the changes at half-time with Scot Bennett, Craig Woodman, Dave Wheeler, Matt Oakley and Jimmy Keohane taking the field. The fresh line up helped City achieve parity within four minutes when a superb intricate passing move, involving five players, opened up the defence and allowed Keohane to tap in his second goal in Brazil. The Rio Cricket Club team were visibly tiring and the goal was a jolt to any confidence they had gleaned from the 1-0 scoreline at half-time. On 65 minutes, City took the lead. The Grecians had been having great success down the right and Grimes dinked a ball into Jay who finished well from a tight angle to make it 2-1. Shortly after, Tisdale again brought himself on, clearly with instant effect as City extended their lead immediately. RCC were be caught trying to play the ball out from defence as Watkins picked up the ball and slotted a shot past the keeper from the edge of the box. The game was City's by now and it could have been four when Watkins went on a John Barnes-esque run, but hecouldn't quite finish it off having rounded the keeper. Exeter City: Pym, Dawson (off 45, on 60), Watkins, Baldwin (capt) (off 45), Coles (off 45), Tillson, Butterfield (off 45), Davies (off 60), Grimes (off 85), Jay (off 69), Nichols. (off 45) SUBS: Bennett (on 45), Oakley (on 45), Woodman (on 45), Tisdale (on 69), Keohane (on 45), Wheeler (on 45), Luan (on 85)

Liam Tancock wins bronze in 100m backstroke at Commonwealth Games

July 25, 2014, 2:20 pm

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Liam Tancock scooped a bronze medal after finishing joint-third in the final of the men's 100m backstroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Friday. The Exeter swimmer headed into the final as defending champion, but his time of 53.75secs saw him share the final podium step with Australian Josh Beaver and finish behind second-placed Mitch Larkin (53.59) and winner Chris Walker-Hebborn (53.12). Walker-Hebborn broke the Commonwealth Games record time which he set on Thursday in the heats. "It has been a tough couple of years really but there is plenty of fight left in this old dog yet," said Tancock, 29. "Two years out from Rio, just to be making this team was something special. To actually come away with a medal – that is pretty amazing." Tancock will start the defence of his 50m title – for which he also holds the world and Commonwealth records – on Saturday.

AUDIO: Paul Tisdale pleased with enjoyable game against Rio Cricket Club

July 25, 2014, 3:21 pm

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Exeter City manager Paul Tisdale admitted he was pleased with the performance in an enjoyable game with Rio Cricket Club. The match, which City won 3-1 thanks to goals from Jimmy Keohane, Matt Jay and Ollie Watkins, was the Grecians third and final match of their Brazil tour. Listen to Tisdale's thoughts on the match above.

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July 25, 2014, 4:34 pm

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An Exeter sex worker has spoken out about a 'hate campaign' that forced her to leave the city for London. Charlotte Rose, 34, said she wanted to become the UK's number one sex guru after appearing in a Channel 4 series on prostitution called 'Love For Sale' alongside actor Rupert Everett. But her outspoken attitude to the sex industry and her boasts of being the most expensive escort in the South West – charging £200 an hour for her services – were not welcomed by all locals. In an interview with the Echo, Charlotte claimed she was hounded-out of the city through a backlash against her from the a small minority of the public. "It's horrible that just because I choose to do this job I am being forced out of my family home where I don't even work," she said. The former teacher decided to move to the capital after being evicted from her family home in the Stoke Hill area of the city with her teenage son and daughter. Her landlord, who lives in Switzerland, gave no reason for telling her "out of the blue" to vacate the three-bedroom property in August. "What other reason would it be apart from my profession? I don't do any harm, I don't make noise and I am just normal." she said. Charlotte largely blames her exit on a neighbour who apparently objected to her risque line of work and contacted her landlord to complain about her. "Nobody deserves to be pushed out of their family home," she said. "But it seems that some people have a status which says 'I can't live next to a prostitute', because it might somehow devalue their house or their status." The move is likely to split the family apart: Charlotte's 13-year-old daughter likely to follow her to London, but her 14-year-old son would prefer to live with his father in Nottingham. Charlotte says the ordeal has left her stressed, upset and not being able to sleep at night. "It's going to take me a while to settle down, because I'm still angry and disappointed about being judged for what I do for a living. I don't think I can take another dig at my job," she said. Charlotte, who won a British Erotic Award for Sex Worker of the Year 2013, admits the "media attention" she received from the television series may have prompted a backlash against her. She recently launched a sexual training franchise as part of a determination to help people across the country to improve their sex lives. She said: "I enjoy my work, but maybe some people aren't happy in their lives and complain about others to feel better about themselves." The fallout with her neighbour reached a tipping point when Charlotte openly recorded video evidence of alleged verbal abuse against her and damage to her car. Previously she had problems at another flat near the city centre where a neighbour allegedly spat in her face, broke into her flat and gave her death threats. She joked: "Ideally I'd live in a house with a moat, drawer bridge and no neighbours." Charlotte moved to Devon in 2003 following the end of seven year relationship with the father of her two children. She decided to become as escort to combine two of her passions – people and sex. She said: "Unfortunately Devon is slightly behind the times. People see my work as degrading, immoral and beneath them. They probably think I stand on a street corner in fishnet stocking with PVC boots. But I've always been open and honest about who I am and what I actually do. Why can't people just accept me?" She is moving to London in the hope of living alongside people who "won't care" about what she does for a living. She joked: "In London I could walk down the street with a tea cosy on my head and nobody would care. "But if I walked down the High Street in Exeter with a tea cosy on my head, everybody would point and stare. They would take a photo, put me on Facebook and say 'Oh my gosh! Look at this crazy loon. " She launched a £5,000 fundraising campaign for the move, and is selling a variety of possessions on Ebay and Gumtree. "I'm trying to do anything and everything to raise as much money as I can," she said.