Woman Seriously Injured After Collision With Motorcycle

A woman has been seriously injured after colliding with a motorcycle while out jogging in the Greenbank area of Plymouth.

The incident took place around 7.20pm on Monday 4 November on Greenbank Road, close to the junction with Hospital Road.

It is believed the woman, in her early thirties, was out jogging and she was struck by a motorcycle as the woman was crossing Greenbank Road.

The injured pedestrian was taken to Derriford Hospital, with what medical staff at the scene described as life threatening head injuries.

The motorcyclist, a man in his early twenties, received minor injuries.

The road was closed while emergency services carried out work at the scene.

Police from the serious collisions investigation unit are now carrying out enquiries and are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to contact them.

Govt Commits To Renewable Energy Sector

Energy Secretary Edward Davey today reaffirmed the government's commitment to the renewable energy sector, as further investment in offshore wind innovation projects was announced.

Speaking at the Renewable UK conference in Birmingham, Mr Davey said: "The renewable energy sector supports 35,000 green jobs and the sector is crucial to green growth and energy security.

"A mix of technologies is vital to secure Britain's energy supplies and reduce the environmental impact of powering our homes and businesses.

"The private sector has announced investment of £31 billion in renewable electricity generation over the last three years, and the UK remains one of the most attractive electricity investment markets anywhere in the world."

The UK is the world leader in offshore wind power generation, with more capacity than any other country. Renewable energy capacity has increased by almost 40% since 2012, with renewables now supplying a record of over 15% share of electricity generation – around half way to the Government's 2020 renewable electricity goals.

i-Probono Scoops Big Society Award

i-Probono, an initiative which connects lawyers with civil society organisations online, is the latest winner of a Big Society Award, Prime Minister David Cameron has announced.

The initiative, founded by Field Fisher Waterhouse LLP lawyer Shireen Irani, has been recognised by Prime Minister David Cameron for its work connecting organisations in need of legal assistance with students and lawyers who want to offer their skills for the public good. The continuing work of i-Probono is supported by Field Fisher Waterhouse.

Announced during National Pro Bono Week, the award recognises the online network's success in extending and transforming the provision of pro bono activity in the legal field. As a free service, i-Probono supported a more diverse group of legal professionals to get involved in pro bono activities in their communities, including students, sole practitioners, retired lawyers, those on sabbatical or maternity leave, and lawyers from smaller firms.

Mr Cameron said: "It's fantastic to see so many legal professionals lending their time and expertise to help charities and social businesses flourish.

"This Big Society Award recognises the passion and dedication of i-Probono founder Shireen Irani, as well as the support Field Fisher Waterhouse continues to give the initiative to succeed and grow."

(CD/JP)