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The South West’s biggest tech celebration returns for 2026

Companies progressing technology and innovation across the South West of England are being put on alert as the Tech South West Awards 2026 officially opens for entries.

From trailblazing startups and game‑changing scaleups to inspiring leaders and teams driving global change, the awards shine a spotlight on those redefining what’s possible, tackling real‑world challenges and putting the South West firmly on the innovation map.

Following a standout event at Sandy Park, in Exeter last year, with more than 300 attendees and a packed room of innovators, this year’s awards...

SW take action and raise awareness of Dementia

South West businesses, universities and local authorities are just a few of the organisations who have joined forces to raise awareness of Dementia and to improve the lives of those living with the disorder.

Some of the good work includes setting up cafes, singing and activity groups, becoming a Dementia Action Alliance, attending Dementia Friends awareness sessions and much more.

Organisations have rushed to become involved in raising awareness of Dementia since the Prime Minister's national challenge on Dementia two years ago.

The national challenge on Dementia...

Avoiding back and neck pain at work In a nutshell

Authored by Bitpod
Posted: Mon, 03/17/2014 - 5:35pm

In this video local expert Robin Adams from West Country Osteopaths gives us advice on how to avoid back and neck pain whilst at work.

Robin explains the key points to consider to help you avoid pain at work and what you need to do if you do suffer from pain “Sit at your desk with your spine upright. Avoid 'computer hump' by keeping your chin tucked in, ensure your knees are slightly lower than your hips, which will help you to keep your spine upright. Make sure your shoulders are held in line with your spine, and not stretched forward to reach the keyboard or mouse.”

You...

South West Water bills could fall by 13% by 2020

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/17/2014 - 5:05pm

South West Water has today announced plans which could see household bills fall by 13% in real terms by 2020. South West Water has already confirmed a price freeze on its standard tariff and standing charges to April 2015 and previously proposed to keep average bill rises below inflation to 2020. In addition, bills already include a £50 annual reduction from Government to 2020. South West Water submitted its 2015-20 business plan to Ofwat in December last year, following its biggest ever consultation, a public approval rating of 84 per cent and the support of the independently-chaired...

Devon is "Open for Business"

Tourism businesses across Devon are being offered expert advice and support in a series of ‘Open for Business’ conferences organised by Visit Devon as part of the Government backed extreme weather recovery programme. The conferences are open to all tourism businesses across Devon and neighbouring counties. Each conference will commence at 9:00am until 4.30pm to include a morning programme of presentations from leading experts followed by an informal afternoon session of Business Advice and networking. Refreshments and lunch will be provided free of charge.

Supported by Visit...

Businesses invited to Internet Connectivity webinar

South West Communications Group has invited businesses from around the region to take part in a webinar about Internet connectivity.

This third webinar from the Exeter-based connectivity experts, titled “Is broadband business critical?”, is aimed at all businesses that rely on the Internet for their everyday tasks, such as email, web browsing, access to CRMs and other business applications.

South West Communications Group’s connectivity expert Colin Woods will give advice on:

* The limits of broadband designed for domestic use * How businesses use broadband on a day...

Michelmores strengthens powerful agricultural team

Michelmores LLP has announced three appointments which further strengthen its nationally recognised agricultural litigation team.

Solicitor Rachel O’Connor joins Michelmores from TLT’s Bristol Office, while Victoria Howlett was previously a solicitor at Burges Salmon. They are joined in Michelmores' Bristol office by barrister, Adam Corbin. Adam was called to the Bar in 2011, then deferred his pupillage at Iscoed Chambers in Swansea for a year to work in the Legal Team for the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Their appointments bring the...

Greeting card company draws on SW artists' talent

http://www.spottedsheep.com has launched a range of fine art cards 
which includes designs from several local artists. spottedsheep.com works with local and international artists to create high quality fine art greeting cards for love, life and times and sells them exclusively through its online store. Scouring the internet for potential contributors to its range of greeting cards, spottedsheep.com found plenty of talent close to home, with eight of its twenty artists residing in the South West.

Everys Solicitors enjoy a Grizzly day out in East Devon

Authored by Everys
Posted: Fri, 03/14/2014 - 9:52am

Everys Solicitors were among the crowd that welcomed home the runners in this year’s Grizzly.

As one of the principal sponsors, partners and staff helped greet the survivors of this annual race which covers around 20 miles of muddy, hilly and boggy terrain including the beaches and East Devon countryside surrounding Seaton.

Everys Solicitors sponsored The Grizzly’s runner numbers and banners, and Everys partner John Hawkins helped give out the prizes.

He said: “It was a thoroughly enjoyable sunny day and lived up to its reputation as one the most anticipated events...

In a Nutshell: Employing a deaf person

Authored by Bitpod
Posted: Fri, 03/14/2014 - 9:50am

In this video Carly Renaud from Deafinitie interpreters explains the different avenues of support you can receive if you are considering hiring a deaf member of staff.

Carly also explains the access to scheme “Access to Work supports employers in meeting their obligation under the Equalities Act 2010 to make and anticipate reasonable adjustments for disabled employees and to ensure that they are in no way disadvantaged. The scheme will provide funding for communication support for a Deaf applicant in the form of a registered qualified interpreter during an interview process,...

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