Torbay
Americannoun
noun
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a unitary authority in SW England, in Devon, consisting of Torquay and two neighbouring coastal resorts. Pop: 131 300 (2003 est). Area: 63 sq km (24 sq miles)
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Also: Tor Bay. an inlet of the English Channel on the coast of SW England, near Torquay
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Torbay, Kettering and Musgrove Park hospitals are all delayed – they are estimated to be open nine to ten years later than under the previous plan.
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Joel was taken to Torbay Hospital where he spent two days and two nights.
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In Torbay, where Joel and his family live, the numbers show a steady climb.
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Nine people were in Torbay hospital with the flu on 21 December that rose to 16 by 28 December and 19 by 4 January.
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The scheme has been developed by British tech company Motion Applied, in partnership with the transport body for Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay, Peninsula Transport.
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