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Exeter Installer shortlisted for major national award

Matthew Bird of Devon Renewables Ltd in Exeter has been shortlisted for Best Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Installer (Best HVAC Installer) at the Heating Installer Awards 2026.

As one of only four HVAC installers to be shortlisted out of thousands across the UK, Matthew now enters the final stages of the competition, where he’s in with the chance of being crowned the overall national winner.

To secure the shortlist, Matthew showcased a project he ran for a family of five, in their five-bedroom detached in the local area. The house had been heated using an old...

7 part-time jobs that can help to manage your finances

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 08/02/2021 - 3:19pm

In this beat economy, side hustles are becoming extremely important. The pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainties in the job sector. It resulted in many people losing their jobs. Many people also changed their career lines, fearing the extinction of some job roles. One needs proper insight and knowledge of the latest trends to know what will work in the coming years. The lockdown changed how things worked out, and most of us are still struggling to cope with the new normal. It is best to have some cushion for protection in case one is to lose a job. Part-time jobs work very well to...

How to Get Your Freelancing Finances in Order

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Thu, 07/29/2021 - 1:03pm

When you are working as a freelancer there is a lot that you should be taking care of. Even though freelancing has been very rewarding for most people, financial decisions can ruin your reputation and your well-being. You should, therefore, talk about the financial statistics from your freelancing in a professional manner.

You must make sure that you are taking care of your finances properly so you get the results you want to achieve from your Side Hustle.

Let's talk about ways you can manage your freelancing finances:

Have a budget

When you want to manage your...

Marketing tips that will help elevate your business

Authored by Frank Parker
Posted: Wed, 07/28/2021 - 11:49am

A successful marketing campaign is a surefire way to bring a lot more custom and interest to your business, which is why it is so beneficial to be aware of the breadth of marketing tips and tricks available to you. By knowing these techniques, you will be far more able to execute effective, successful marketing campaigns.

Build Web Presence

With the advent of the internet, the modern face of business changed irrevocably, which means that if you want to compete effectively as a serious business, you will have to consider your web presence . The more powerful your web presence is,...

South West law firm receives national recognition for private wealth expertise

Three Partners at employee-owned law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, have received the highest ranking and national recognition in the latest edition of Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide, which has just been published.

Following an extensive annual research programme, the Chambers High Net Worth Guide ranks the leading and most dedicated lawyers and law firms for international private wealth based on feedback from clients and other specialist industry professionals.

Private Client partners Phil Reed and Graham Murdoch retained their Band 1 status in the 2021 Guide,...

Heart of the South West LEP awarded further £750,000 for Skills Bootcamps

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 07/27/2021 - 9:30am

The Heart of the South West LEP has secured £750,000 of funding from the Department for Education’s National Skills Fund to extend its current programme of Skills Bootcamps across the region.

Comprising flexible courses lasting up to 16 weeks’ duration, the eight additional Skills Bootcamps offer adults aged 19 or over the opportunity to build up or retrain in specific digital skills required by employers across the Heart of the South West LEP area, as well as in Dorset, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, and the West of England.

Part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills...

3 Tips to Make the Most of a Small Office

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 07/26/2021 - 11:29pm

When your office is a little bit more compact than you’d like, it can sometimes feel suffocating. If there is no other space available for you to work, it can be a good idea to look into ways of making that space a bit more enjoyable to spend time in. Sometimes, by thinking outside of the box, that space can instead before comfortable, as opposed to cramped. Some alterations or different working processes that you may think of might not be suitable, however, especially if these changes require authorisation from higher ups within the company.

Switch to Digital

If your...

Spencer West launches SW regional hub in Exeter and acquires tech and corporate firm as UK expansion continues

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/25/2021 - 9:50pm

Leading integrated fee-sharing legal business Spencer West announces the next stage of its UK regional expansion with the addition of specialist technology and corporate law team of Probert Legal and the launch of a new South West hub in Exeter.

The move will see the respected team from Probert Legal added to Spencer West’s existing roster of legal experts in the region, giving it a strong presence in the South West in line with its UK regional development strategy.

The Probert team will join on August 1 and will include founders Edmund and Jo Probert as well as...

The South West is losing over £10 billion to fraud each year

Authored by Andy Skinner
Posted: Thu, 07/22/2021 - 11:40pm

Fraud is costing businesses and individuals across the South West £10.5 billion and UK £137 billion nationally every year, according to research published by national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm Crowe.

The Financial Cost of Fraud Report, developed by Crowe in conjunction with the Centre for Counter Fraud Studies at the University of Portsmouth, draws on more than 20 years’ extensive research across a range of industries, organisations and countries, to reveal the true scale of this problem.

Chris Mould, partner at Crowe’s Cheltenham office, said: “In every sector of...

14 Devon properties shortlisted in the Michelmores Property Awards 2021

Following a day of deliberation, 14 development projects in Devon have been named in the shortlist at this year's Michelmores' Property Awards. The prestigious Awards are now in their 19th consecutive year and recognise and celebrate the very best property and construction schemes in the South West, as well as the teams involved.

The Ada Lovelace Building, Sideshore, The Gordon Messenger Centre, and VSimulators Building at Exeter Science Park have each been shortlisted in the Project of the Year (under £5 million) category.

Named after the 19th century English...

A guide to buying a car for your business

Authored by Frank Parker
Posted: Wed, 07/21/2021 - 11:17pm

Buying a company car is more than purchasing a vehicle; it is a business investment. If you have come to the point that you are looking to buy a company car, you will likely have realized the need for a business vehicle. However, to ensure that you are getting the most from a car, you will need to find the right model for your company’s requirements.

1. Choosing the right zize

One of the first considerations you should make when looking to purchase a car for your business is what size of vehicle you will need. To work out what size of car you will need, you should...

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