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Keeping Public-Facing Worksites Safer, Cleaner and Quieter

Nothing tests public patience quite like a pavement full of barriers, a drill starting at breakfast time and dust. Work has to happen. Shops need refits, roads need repairs, schools need maintenance and hospitals need upgrades. But when a site sits next to people trying to shop, study, rest or work, the way it’s managed matters.

Public-facing worksites sit in the middle of everyday life, which means safety, cleanliness and noise control are not finishing touches. They shape how people feel about the job from day one.

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Exeter Chamber's new board member

Exeter Chamber of Commerce & Industry sees a new board member join this month. Laura McFadyen from Stephens Scown LLP in Exeter has recently come on board as the 15th member of the Chamber Council.

Laura has a broad range of legal work experience, which includes working for a FTSE Top 20 oil and gas company and law firms in London, Colchester and Southampton. She qualified as a solicitor in 2000.

Laura now works as an Employment lawyer at Stephens Scown. Her clients are generally businesses in Devon and Cornwall, ranging from schools, charities, manufacturing and retail...

How to get the best out of your web design company In a nutshell

In this video local business expert Peter Weeks from Daneswood Solutions explains how to get the best out of your web design company.

Peter explains what you need to do before choosing your web design company and gives great tips on what you need to look for when choosing the right company “If you're looking to have a website developed, then most people will ask more than one company to provide a proposal for a site, so make sure that you write a detailed brief about your project and make sure that all companies get the same brief so that their responses can be consistent and...

Devon Firm to Launch Pioneering New App

A Devon company is to launch a pioneering new app hailed as the ultimate all-in-one aid for residents and visitors alike in Devon.

Westward M. S. Ltd, a company which creates campaigns for many Devon attractions, has entered a franchise agreement with Seymac Distribution, of Redruth, Cornwall, to develop its new App For concept.

The two firms are long-established and the principal distributors of tourism and leisure promotional material in their respective counties. Seymac has already launched AppforCornwall and is now hoping to roll out the franchise nationwide, county by...

Quickes turns to renewable energy to lower electricity bills

50 kW PV system - designed by local renewable energy experts SunGift solar - keeps Devon cheese-maker’s refrigerators cold and bills low.

Solicitors support sizzling fundraiser for local cancer charity

On Thursday 3 April, Devon-based law firm Gilbert Stephens LLP will once again play host to the Great Devon Breakfast in aid of local cancer charity, FORCE.

The Great Devon Breakfast last year raised £10,000 across 17 different venues and the event, supported by Gilbert Stephens LLP, will be held at St Olaves Hotel located on Mary Arches Street, Exeter, at 8am. Breakfast costs just £8 and includes a full English with tea or coffee and organisers hope it will help raise around £500 for the local charity.

Philip Luckham, CEO for Gilbert Stephens, comments: “We are delighted...

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

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.”

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South West Water bills could fall by 13% by 2020

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.

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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...

Business

Keeping Public-Facing Worksites Safer, Cleaner and Quieter

Exeter Chamber's new board member

How to get the best out of your web design company In a nutshell

Devon Firm to Launch Pioneering New App

Quickes turns to renewable energy to lower electricity bills

Solicitors support sizzling fundraiser for local cancer charity

SW take action and raise awareness of Dementia

Avoiding back and neck pain at work In a nutshell

South West Water bills could fall by 13% by 2020

Devon is "Open for Business"

Businesses invited to Internet Connectivity webinar

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