BUDLEIGH Salterton police have praised East Budleigh's village shop for returning the community spirit to the area.

BUDLEIGH Salterton police have praised East Budleigh's village shop for returning the community spirit to the area.

Neighbourhood beat manager PC David Lee said the community shop had created a focal point in the village.

PC Lee said: "It has changed the dynamic of the village for the better.

"We are very grateful we can use the information point at the end of the village hall.