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Reasons Behind the Growth of Solar Panel Installations in the UK and Ireland

In recent years, solar energy has emerged as a major contributor to the renewable energy mix in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. Once considered niche or overly dependent on subsidies, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are now becoming mainstream. A combination of technological, economic, environmental, and political factors has driven this significant rise in installations across residential, commercial, and agricultural sectors.

This guide explores the key reasons behind the growing adoption of solar panels in the UK and Ireland and why this trend is expected to continue...

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Peninsula Transport launches its vision for the future of transport across the South West

Peninsula Transport has launched its vision for the future of transport across the South West, as part of its work in developing a full regional transport strategy.

Chair of Peninsula Transport, Councillor Andrea Davis said: “The vision and goals are an important milestone in our work as they will help set the overall direction and principles of our longer term plan to transform transport within the region over the next thirty years.

“Our vision is to enhance our transport system. We want more efficient, resilient and cleaner transport that can help make the peninsula...

Exeter graduates ‘on a roll’ to save planet with launch of carbon-negative toilet paper startup

Two Exeter graduates have launched a startup producing the world's first and only carbon-negative toilet roll.

Tom Trow, who studied Business Economics at the University of Exeter Business School, and Sanmarie Grobler, who graduated with a BA in Liberal Arts, launched their startup Bazoo after feeling inspired by SMEs who go out of their way to make positive changes for the planet.

The pair graduated in July 2020 during the height of the pandemic and decided to respond to the situation by starting a company that would make a positive impact on the planet.

With...

Scott Kippax takes the reins at Begbies Traynor in Exeter

Scott Kippax has been promoted to partner at Begbies Traynor Group's Exeter office, taking the reins at the firm's Balliol House premises in the city.

A seasoned insolvency practitioner with over 20 years' experience in corporate restructuring and insolvency, Scott joined the firm in October 2020 and works with businesses across Devon and Cornwall offering a comprehensive suite of rescue, recovery and restructuring services. He is fully licenced by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

The move extends the team's overall numbers in Exeter to eight...

Central bank digital currency has its uses, but can it replace cryptocurrency?

Lots of countries' central banks are looking at cryptocurrency as the answer to their economic problems. Swedish Riksbank and the Bank of England have submitted and showed interest in participating in the crypto market.

After spending time tearing bitcoin apart, government and regulatory bodies continue to be surprised at how bitcoin has survived. Cryptocurrency has grown stronger with all the restrictions. Formed out of nothing and supported with large amount of computing power, this has proven that the theory that states that the value we place on things is determined by...

Old Mill appoints former PwC VAT Director to head up VAT team

Exeter financial experts Old Mill have appointed Len Dean as Senior VAT Adviser.

The 43-year-old, who led the Indirect Tax practice at PwC Scotland for six years, has relocated from Stirlingshire to Somerton, with his wife Amy and four children, to join the West Country firm.

Len will help grow Old Mill’s tax practice by expanding the VAT team’s capabilities and client offering with the aim of it becoming a leading independent tax practice in the region.

Len started his tax career in 2003 and trained as a VAT Inspector with HM Customs & Excise, shortly...

RGB wants to hear about local heroes for its latest Surprise Supplies giveaway

For its latest Surprise Supplies giveaway, RGB Building Supplies would like to hear about the people, groups and charities that went above and beyond to ensure those in the local community were cared for throughout the pandemic.

Whether someone went out of their way to do shopping for vulnerable people, a school had a creative way to help engage children with home schooling, or a community group still found a way to bring everyone together even if it wasn’t in person, RGB would like to hear about it.

From all the applications received, RGB will choose a selection to go...

Andrea Coomber appointed Chief Executive of the Howard League for Penal Reform

Trustees of the Howard League for Penal Reform are delighted to announce the appointment of the charity’s new Chief Executive, Andrea Coomber. Andrea Coomber is an experienced leader and qualified lawyer who has held senior roles at human rights organisations in the UK and overseas. She is currently the Director of JUSTICE and will start work with the Howard League on 1 November. The Howard League has played a key role in the life of the nation for more than 150 years, dealing with issues of great public concern that are central to the rule of law, public safety and social justice. It...

Lord Mayor reminisces on his Grandfather’s link with Pitman Training as he opens new training centre in Exeter

This weekend Pitman Training opened its doors to jobseekers across Devon and Cornwall. Launched by local businesswoman Susan De Mey, the new centre aims to help people improve their career prospects, gain promotions or get back to work.

Pitman Training is the leading British training provider and has delivered vocational training since 1837. However, the newest centre in Exeter is looking to help people create their own history. Located on Commercial Road in the heart of Exeter, a number of excited locals attended the centre’s launch event. Amongst them was former Lord Mayor,...

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Newton Abbot Employer Invests In Workers By Paying Real Living Wage

Food manufacturer Paramount 21 is increasing wages for workers at its Newton Abbot site by paying the real Living Wage, the only rate designed to meet the true cost of living.

Based on Heathfield industrial estate, the family-owned company is now an accredited Living Wage Employer. The real Living Wage, currently £9.50 per hour, is significantly higher than the government minimum for over 23s, which currently stands at £8.91 per hour. In the South West over a fifth of all jobs (20%) pay less than the real Living Wage - around 456,000 jobs. Despite this, Paramount has committed to...

Staffing crisis for hospitality - Mickeys Beach Bar & Restaurant to close 2 days a week temporarily

Brand new Exmouth foodie destination, Mickeys Beach Bar & Restaurant, will be open 5 days rather than 7 at the start of July temporarily to maintain the highest standards of operation within the restaurant, whilst ensuring staff are well looked after. The restaurant will be closed on two Mondays and Tuesdays in July (Monday 5th & Tuesday 6th and Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th July), further dates will be reviewed there-after.

The Mickeys Beach team will be contacting all those booked in for these dates to inform customers of the closure and staff will rebook all...

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Reasons Behind the Growth of Solar Panel Installations in the UK and Ireland

Peninsula Transport launches its vision for the future of transport across the South West

Exeter graduates ‘on a roll’ to save planet with launch of carbon-negative toilet paper startup

Scott Kippax takes the reins at Begbies Traynor in Exeter

Central bank digital currency has its uses, but can it replace cryptocurrency?

Old Mill appoints former PwC VAT Director to head up VAT team

RGB wants to hear about local heroes for its latest Surprise Supplies giveaway

Andrea Coomber appointed Chief Executive of the Howard League for Penal Reform

Lord Mayor reminisces on his Grandfather’s link with Pitman Training as he opens new training centre in Exeter

Newton Abbot Employer Invests In Workers By Paying Real Living Wage

Staffing crisis for hospitality - Mickeys Beach Bar & Restaurant to close 2 days a week temporarily

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