More than 35 thousand people are currently living with some form of sight loss in Devon ... with that figure expected to rise to 43 thousand in the next 3 years.
Health experts say the rise is due to an ageing population, along with other factors such as increasing levels of obesity.
The cost to Devon's health services and is expected to rise to nearly 90 million pounds.
Majority of Devon MPs back assisted dying bill
Just three of Devon's 13 MPs voted against the bill
Crime panel member calls for commissioner to resign
It's in the wake of the suspension of acting Chief Constable Jim Colwell
City footballers take time out to spread some festive cheer
Exeter stars bring joy to children in hospital
Calls for more control over spending
Many projects coming in over budget
Election cycle change thrown out in Plymouth
Annual elections will still be held in the city
