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Dementia UK shares the signs and symptoms of dementia to look out for ahead of free clinics in South West

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide’s Torquay, Plymouth and Exmouth branches this February, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and individuals in the area. Appointments can be booked via Dementia UK’s website here .

The clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia – from worries...

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New rental homes launched to respond to Exeter housing shortage - over 95% now let

A new collection of 25 two-, three- and four-bedroom private rental houses, Bayley Place, has been launched in Exeter in response to the urgent, rising demand for rental housing in the city.

Specialist build-to-rent company, Adler Estates, has already received huge interest in the energy efficient, new build homes, with over 95% now let and just one home now remains available.

Located at Tithebarn near Exeter Science Park, with excellent transport links to the city, close to the M5 and A30, these new high specification, sustainable homes are a rarity in the city and...

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B Local Launches in Devon and Expands the South West B Corp Movement

Around 90 businesses from across Devon have marked the launch of B Local Devon - the county’s regional chapter of B Corporation UK - at a special event recently held at Exeter Cathedral.

Becoming one of 9 B Locals based around the UK, B Local Devon joins the network that has been established to transform the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet.

Providing a valuable opportunity for B Corp businesses - of which there are now approximately 40 in Devon - to meet, network and share best practice, B Local Devon will play a key role in encouraging...

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Digital training for core sectors

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/15/2024 - 1:48am

More than 440 training places are available through a newly launched digital skills programme.

The Core Sector Digital Training programme has been designed to support the key growth sectors of creative industries and clean growth as well as the region’s bedrock sectors of health and adult social care, hospitality and tourism.

The scheme is available to residents in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay who are currently not working or those who are employed but want to upskill or are considering a career change.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Devon,...

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Love is in the air: Local Care Home Celebrates Valentine's Day

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 02/14/2024 - 9:28pm

Cumberland Grange care home, in Exeter was filled with flowers, cards and decorations in celebration of Valentine’s Day.

Staff and residents celebrated the day of love by throwing a Valentines party inviting along their family, friends and the community. There was live music, sweet treats and delicious cocktails including Chocolate Martini’s, Sex on the Beach’s and Giggle Juice. Everyone sang and danced along to their favourite love songs.

General Manager, Marc, said: “We’ve all had a lovely day celebrating Valentine’s Day! Staff and residents done a fantastic job at...

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Unique pilot programme reducing waiting list for spinal surgery in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:08am

The NHS in Devon has reduced the number of patients waiting a long time for spinal surgery by nearly 80% between May 2023 and January 2024 by revolutionising the approach to caring for patients.

The number of patients in Devon waiting 78 weeks or more for spinal surgical treatment was 31 at the end of January 2024. This is 79% lower than May 2023 when that number stood at 131.

NHS organisations in Devon have worked with the NHS England Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) team lead by Professor Tim Briggs, NHS England South West regional colleagues and the Peninsula...

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ITV announces new Head of News for ITV West Country

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 11:28pm

ITV today confirms the new Head of News for ITV West Country will be Nimesh Joshi, who is currently Programme and Digital Editor at ITV Central.

Nimesh has been in a leadership role within ITV News for more than a decade, with roles including Deputy Head of News at West Country in 2016 before becoming the Programme and Digital Editor for ITV Channel TV in Jersey and then moving into the same role at ITV Central.

Since joining as a production journalist in 2010, Nimesh has played a significant part in helping to develop the digital and diversity strategies across ITV News...

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Volunteers thanked for their work to build safer communities

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 11:20pm

Volunteers who give up their time to tackle crime in their communities and ensure police custody suites are up to standard have been thanked by Devon and Cornwall’s Police and Crime Commissioner and Acting Chief Constable.

There was a record turn-out for the Police and Crime Commissioner’s volunteer thank-you event, held at Andy Hocking House at Middlemoor police headquarters on Monday, February 12.

In attendance were members of the Commissioner’s councillor advocate scheme, who work with neighbourhood policing teams to tackle issues in cities, towns and villages around...

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Innovative AI-enabled engineering lab boosts regional business development

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 6:57am

The Heart of the South West LEP has announced £118,000 funding for the Centre for Future Clean Mobility, to develop a new AI engineering lab.

The ACE-Lab (AI-enabled Co-design in Engineering Laboratory), is managed by the University of Exeter’s Centre for Future Clean Mobility at Exeter Science Park. The innovative project will offer a unique blend of human-AI interaction for designing novel products, systems, and services.

ACE-Lab will actively engage in collaborations with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region, establishing strong industry connections....

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Carrs Ferrari Exeter honoured with prestigious Green Dealer accolade

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/12/2024 - 11:01pm

Carrs Ferrari Exeter, part of the Vertu Motors group, has been acknowledged by Ferrari North Europe as the Best Green Dealer in the UK, a prestigious accolade affirming the retailer’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

The recognition reflects Carrs Ferrari's dedicated initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint. These initiatives include the implementation of an advanced energy and water monitoring system, designed to achieve a significant target of 10% annual reduction in energy and water usage. The smart system allows for real-time tracking...

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The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery and University of Exeter bring open access to museum collections

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/12/2024 - 5:39pm

An exciting collaboration between an Exeter museum and University is helping to ensure the museum’s incredible collections are available for use by everyone.

The partnership between the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) and the GLAM-E Lab at the University of Exeter, will help spread awareness of incredible artworks and ensure the public can use them for free and without permission.

For the past year, RAMM staff have been working with the GLAM-E Lab and Exeter Law School students to make their collections open access for all.

This will allow...

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