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How to Protect Your Finances When a Marriage Ends

Divorce and finances go hand in hand—and while divorce is never easy, protecting your money during the process is not only sensible, it’s essential. Whether you're anticipating a separation or in the thick of it, financial decisions made now can affect your long-term wellbeing.

From property and pensions to debt and day-to-day expenses, the choices you make early on can shape your future security. For many people, seeking the support of specialist divorce and finances solicitors ensures nothing is overlooked. In this article, we’ll walk through the steps to protect your finances...

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Ellie Green

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Cofton Holidays to host ‘fang-tastic’ events programme during October half term

Multi-award winning Cofton Holidays has announced a Spooktacular programme of events for little monsters this Autumn.

As Halloween creeps closer, Cofton has announced a range of activities perfect for keeping the kids entertained this half term. From Wednesday 24th to Wednesday 31st October 2018, children staying at Cofton Holidays can enjoy fang-tastic magic shows, pumpkin carving, ghostly parties and much more.

On Wednesday 24th and Wednesday 31st October, Halloween fanatics can get crafty in a pumpkin carving session. Kids can get stuck in to creating the spookiest and...

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How to help a loved one when they’re arrested

The moment somebody close to you is arrested, especially if it is your child, you will feel as if your whole world has come crumbling down. You’ll likely go into a frenzy, and that’ll result in you making decisions that benefit neither you nor your loved one.

To deal with such a high-pressure situation, you have to be open to thinking objectively, and you have to resolve to make decisions and take actions that aren’t born of worry. Doing that is the only way you’re going to help and protect your loved one when they are arrested. To see exactly what you need to do to do so, check...

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Kooth Online Counselling and Support Service available in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/15/2018 - 4:50pm

Kooth Online Counselling and Support Service Available in Devon Every Day and Throughout School Holidays

XenZone’s Kooth service, commissioned in Devon gives every child and young person aged 11-18 access to free online counselling and emotional wellbeing support every day and throughout summer holidays.

Kooth is anonymous and free at the point of use. Online counselling is available to users through instant chat messaging from mid-day until 10pm on weekdays and from 6pm until 10pm at weekends. Self-help materials, messaging, mood tracking and other support features are...

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New support helps asylum seeking children make new lives in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 08/11/2018 - 4:35pm

The county of Devon is providing a chance to start life afresh free from fear for children who have arrived on their own in the UK having fled conflict in their native countries.

Devon has welcomed unaccompanied children seeking asylum since 2015 when under a Home Office programme up to 70 children, displaced from refugee camps outside Calais, were transferred to Devon.

Most moved quickly through the county to be reunited with relatives across the UK. A few remained and have since settled well to life in Devon.

Since then a further 41 children have arrived as part...

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How to survive a long car journey without a tantrum

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 08/05/2018 - 11:41pm

Travelling with young children can be a daunting thought, especially when it’s in the car. Squabbling siblings and constant requests for toilet stops can be enough to drive parents mad or even put them off the trip all together.

There’s no need to dread travelling however, as last minute UK holiday rental provider, Snaptrip, has put together some top tips to help avoid toddler tantrums when on the road this summer.

1. Keep them entertained

Make sure to pack plenty of toys to avoid young kids getting bored and having a meltdown, or opt for games such as eye spy,...

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6 ways to encourage your children to play outdoors

Authored by Natasha H
Posted: Wed, 08/01/2018 - 2:20pm

Although modern technology brings some incredible things to the world, it has had some unfortunate consequences for younger generations. According to statistics :-

  • Children consume at least 3 hours of media a day
  • 65% of children under the age of 8 watch TV lately
  • Every day, children under 8 spend around 25 minutes playing video games
  • Children begin watching TV at around 9 months of age

These statistics aren't that shocking or worrying for most households, but the problem lies in using too much technology. Although many children...

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East Devon’s Countryside team to run adventurous holiday club in August

A week of fun-filled activities will take place at Seaton Wetlands this summer

The Education Rangers from East Devon District Council’s Countryside service are running a week long summer holiday club, aimed at children aged 7 to 11 years, at Seaton Wetlands from 10am to 4pm daily from Monday 20 August to Friday 24 August.

The week will involve a range of exciting activities including natural crafts, survival skills, campfire cooking, pond dipping and bug hunting.

Spaces can be booked for the whole week or individual days and cost £25 per child or £112 for the whole...

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The Impacts and Repercussions of a Serious Accident In The Family

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Fri, 07/27/2018 - 11:05pm

When somebody in the family is involved in a serious accident, it can be a very difficult time for everybody involved, and there will be many emotions to process. There will be potentially important actions you need to take, and along with dealing with the emotional trauma, keeping on top of everything may become a struggle. Below runs through some of the repercussions you may find yourself experiencing after a serious accident in the family.

Concern, Worry Or Guilt

When a loved one is suffering or in pain, it is natural to feel concerned, anxious and want to do everything...

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Top chefs announced for Powderham Food Festival 2018 as tickets released

Powderham Food Festival has revealed the line-up of high profile chefs who will be featuring at this year's Festival on 6th and 7th October 2018.

Michelin starred
John Burton-Race and Peter Gorton will be making their debut appearance at the exciting autumnal foodie event alongside broadcaster Judi Spiers, who will be hosting the chefs' theatre across the weekend.

Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Powderham Castle, master chefs John Burton-Race and Peter Gorton will be joined at the two day celebration of South West food and drink by acclaimed patisserie chef Colin...

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Can you challenge a will after probate?

A will is one of those things that you’ve likely heard about repeatedly. While some people take drafting one seriously, others may feel death is something that’s far away and stall on writing one. However, for those who have written wills and passed away, a will has likely saved a lot of hassle especially if assets and money were left behind. You may be reading this because a loved one has recently passed away and you realised that you weren’t given as much as you were supposed to be or left out of the will altogether. If that’s the case and a probate has already been passed, you may be...

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