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The fuel price display at Sainsburys, Pinhoe Road.

Demanding Answers on Fuel Prices

I've written to two major fuel retailers, BP and Texaco, demanding answers about why drivers in Exeter appear to be paying significantly higher prices than motorists in other parts of the South West.
Steve's letter to the British Museum.

Why Exeter Should Be Part of the Bayeux Tapestry’s Historic Return to Britain

This week, I've been making the case for Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) to play a role in celebrating the arrival of the Bayeux Tapestry in the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years.
Steve in front of a block of flats by Exeter Quay.

A Fairer Deal for Renters in Exeter

I'm pleased to see the Renters' Rights Act coming into force, delivering the biggest strengthening of renters' rights in more than 40 years.
Steve with a group of parents at one of his SEND roundtables

New SEND Service for Children in Exeter

Devon County Council will receive almost £5 million to launch a new “Experts at Hand” service, designed to give children earlier access to specialist support.
Steve at Exeter Children's Library

£200,000 for Devon Libraries from Government

I’m really pleased to see new investment for libraries in Exeter and across Devon, with £200,000 confirmed to help protect and improve these much‑loved community spaces.
Steve standing next to a hospital bed with staff

Quicker NHS Tests Closer to Home for Exeter Patients

Patients in Exeter will get tests and scans more quickly and closer to home thanks to new investment that will expand Exeter’s Community Diagnostic Centre at the Nightingale Hospital.
Steve Race MP and Principal John Laramy celebrating Colleges Week 2026

£4.4 Million to Improve our College Buildings

I’m really pleased to see even more investment coming to Exeter College with more than £4.4 million awarded to the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group to upgrade college buildings and facilities.
Steve Race stands outside the site of the new Best Start Family Hub

New Best Start Family Hub in Wonford

I’m really pleased that the Chestnut Family Hub in Wonford is set to become one of the country’s first Best Start Family Hubs, bringing a major expansion of the services already supporting local families.
Steve walking at Exeter Quay

£3 Million New Flood Defence Funding for Exeter

The Government has confirmed significant new investment to strengthen our city’s flood defences and help protect homes and businesses from future flooding.
A graphic which reads "Exeter residents: have your say. Take part in my consultation on social media and young people."

Have Your Say on Social Media and Young People

Take part in my consultation on social media and young people.

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