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Exeter's business community has grown considerably in recent years. The city's strong technology sector, university-linked research activity, and growing professional services scene mean there are plenty of Exeter businesses operating on a national stage. For many of them, London remains a key market for clients, investors, and commercial partnerships.

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New Exeter builders merchant to bring community and charity boost

One of the UK’s leading builders merchants will bring a £3,000 boost for charities and community groups when it opens a new branch in Exeter later this month.

Selco Builders Warehouse will open the doors to its 73rd UK branch on Filmer Way in Marsh Barton on Tuesday, April 26.

The opening will produce an economic boost for the local area, with 30 jobs being created.

To mark the new opening, Selco is also inviting charities or community groups from in and around Exeter to submit an application for its Selco Community Heroes scheme for the chance to win £1,000....

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Number of companies In Devon passes 60,000 milestone for first time

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/11/2022 - 8:49pm

Latest figures show that Devon is home to more than 60,000 companies for the very first time – highlighting its popularity as a place to do business.

There are now 60,428 businesses registered in the county according to company secretarial software specialists Inform Direct, based on statistics from Companies House and the Office for National Statistics.

The milestone announcement follows Devon enjoying a record year for company formations during 2021, when it recorded 6,825 new businesses.

John Korchak, Director of Operations at Inform Direct said: “These...

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Foot Anstey cyclists hit the road in support of Ukraine

A team of riders from national law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, will be swapping their suits for lycra for a two-day bike ride in support of the Disasters Emergency Committee's (DEC) Ukraine Appeal.

The two-day bike ride will start on 5 May from Foot Anstey's Truro office and see the team cycle to Foot Anstey's offices in Plymouth, Exeter, and Taunton before finishing at the firm's Bristol office on 6 May.

The fundraisers will be able to make use of the firm's CSR Hours initiative, which allows employees to take two additional days off per year to support local charitable...

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Exeter Community Energy wins award for saving 2,590 households £1.3m

Exeter Community Energy (ECOE) has been announced as the winning Community Energy Initiative at this year’s UK Green Energy Awards. Exeter Community Energy’s win primarily reflects its Healthy Homes for Wellbeing scheme, which has helped people far beyond the reaches of Exeter to fight their way out of fuel poverty.

The scheme has assisted 2,590 homes in 2021, saving clients an estimated £1.3 million. The scheme advising households on how to reduce their energy bills, cutting their carbon emissions, and fighting climate change in the process. Healthy Homes sits alongside ECOE’s...

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What is a paralegal?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 04/08/2022 - 10:35pm

How to become a paralegal in the UK

A paralegal works in a highly respected role within a legal team, with a comprehensive understanding of the law and judicial issues, but is not qualified as a solicitor. But what does it take to become a paralegal in the UK?

Paralegals perform a variety of management and litigation work. They liaise with solicitors, barristers and chartered legal executives.

A paralegal's job is to support lawyers with their caseload, and they can choose to practise in a certain area of law.

A few examples of paralegal specialised...

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Poultry owners reminded to take 'measures' to reduce risk of spreading bird flu

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 04/08/2022 - 3:55pm

The Heart of the South West Trading Standards Service is reminding all keepers of poultry that they are legally required to take measures to reduce the risk of bird flu spreading .

On Wednesday (April 6) avian influenza (H5N1) was confirmed in a bird at a premises near Newton St Cyres, Mid Devon, and another case is suspected at a premises near Tedburn St Mary, Teignbridge.

All birds on both premises were due to be humanely culled. A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone has been placed around the Newton St Cyres premises and a 3km Temporary Control Zone and...

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Exeter Chamber appoints its first CEO

Exeter Chamber has announced the appointment of Richard Marsh as the first Chief Executive Officer of the business membership organisation. Richard joins the Chamber at an exciting yet critical time, with many businesses needing continued support to help them through challenging times inflicted by the Covid pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.

Richard is a well-known figure in the city’s business community and brings with him over 30 years of experience gained across marketing, branding and business development.

As CEO, Richard will work with the current Board to drive...

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Free business finance event for South West businesses

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 04/07/2022 - 7:38pm

The Heart of the South West LEP is holding a business support event in Paignton on 10th May, aimed at foreign-owned SMEs in Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay.

Accessing financial and business support is crucial for business growth. As part of the Heart of the South West LEP’s aims to support economic and business growth in the region, the LEP are holding a free Access to Finance event for foreign-owned SMEs.

The Access to Finance seminar will offer guidance on Government funds and grants available to foreign-owned businesses, and business support available from the Heart...

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How to market a product online

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 04/07/2022 - 6:15am

Today, about 80% of product launches fail. This is the critical phase that requires you to accurately market your new product and plan for all of the logistics.

By learning the right steps, it'll be easier for you to get the success that you're looking for.

The tips below will help you figure out how to market a product online in a way that gets results.

Start Publishing a Blog

Your product launch will be more successful when you market it with a buildup. A blog is one of the best ways to slow burn the marketing of your product and gain plenty of...

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Starting Business from Home: How to Separate Personal and Business Concerns

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 04/06/2022 - 8:18pm

More and more people are getting comfortable working from home. Some would even start their business with no official location, using their address as the starting point for their transactions. But a startup could be complicated, especially when there are no clear boundaries between personal and business concerns. To start on the right foot, you must work hard to keep things neat and straightforward right from the start, particularly in aspects where money is involved. Early on, how you handle your finances could spell the difference between success and failure. And we are not even on the...

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