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Teachers given the gift of Exeter’s independents

Exeter Supply Partnership switched from Amazon vouchers to the Exeter Independent Gift Card for its supply team reward and referral programs, funnelling support to the city’s independent sector.

An Exeter based not for profit organisation providing supply staff to over 180 schools in Devon is using a popular city gift card to reward its team, and has praised the initiative for its ability to support independent businesses.

Exeter Supply Partnership rewards its supply teachers who have gone above and beyond in their role each half term. After initially using Amazon...

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InExeter presents a secret film experience at Exeter Cathedral

This year InExeter will celebrate the start of the festive season with a special film experience at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 16 November, this one-off event will see film fans enjoy a secret screening in a stunning setting.

Friends and family will be able to cosy up in the beautiful Exeter Cathedral to celebrate the start of Christmas festivities.

Ann Hunter InExeter manager says, “#CelebrateTogether is our theme this season and InExeter are thrilled to present this secret film experience, giving friends and family the opportunity to come together and enjoy some...

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NHS Devon work on greener appointments showcased at COP26

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 10:55pm

Work by the Integrated Care System for Devon to promote the environmental benefits of virtual appointments is being showcased at COP26; the world’s largest climate action event, in a photography exhibition, “ Care for the future: delivering the world’s first net zero health service. ”

The photography exhibition, captured by portrait photographer Justin Lambert features NHS staff – from pharmacists to surgeons, mental health professionals to health visitors – who have pioneered greener healthcare initiatives for the benefit of their patients and the communities they serve....

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New nursery to open at Winslade Park

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 12:35pm

Echoes Childcare will be opening at Exeter’s stunning new Winslade Park in early 2022.

Families in the local community as well as parents working at Winslade Park now have the chance to secure places at the brand new nursery facilities set in beautiful parkland.

Echoes will be located in an impressive 2892 sq ft premises in Winslade House which has been taken on a long-term lease. The building is ready to be transformed into a purpose-designed light-filled nursery and will include onsite kitchen facilities for the preparation of nutritious meals, individual playrooms, a...

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Celebrating a Memorable Christmas in Exeter

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Sun, 10/31/2021 - 12:19am

Exeter has always been known to be an ideal place to celebrate a traditional Christmas, but this year it promises to be even better, with the arrival of its first Winter Wonderland at Northernhay Gardens. This spot is spacious enough to enable organizers to entice locals and tourists alike with a host of Christmassy offerings—including Santa’s Grotto, where you can meet the Big Guy himself and ask him for a coveted present. There will also be festive food and drink to tantalise your tastebuds like Bratwurst sausage, currywurst, a generous hog roast, juicy steaks and beef burgers and more...

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Robert Peston calls on Devon solicitors to aid charity campaign

ITV journalist Robert Peston is calling on solicitors in Devon to sign up to a charity campaign this November as the pandemic has left hundreds of local people waiting to write a will.

Some 49% of people in the UK do not have a will – and the coronavirus pandemic has seen a surge in demand for help from local solicitors.

The annual Will Aid campaign is helping meet the demand, but more support is needed from local firms who are receiving hundreds of enquiries from across the county.

The campaign not only helps both regular people up and down the UK communicate...

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Exeter Army Training Unit (West) rated ‘good’ for welfare and care of Reserve recruits

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 10/30/2021 - 2:50am

The inspection of Exeter and Cardiff based ATU(W) contributes to Ofsted’s 13th annual report , which assesses the effectiveness of care and welfare arrangements for recruits, trainees and officer cadets in Armed Forces initial training.

Inspectors carried out and assessed 14 inspections between October 2020 and May 2021, at the request of the MoD, for the annual report.

Two establishments were judged outstanding in all 4 key judgements and for overall effectiveness. Another 7 were graded good overall, and 2 were rated requires improvement.

ATU(W) provides phase...

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Bonfires are not an excuse to burn household rubbish, warns Environment Agency

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 10/29/2021 - 11:23pm

Bonfires are not an excuse to burn household rubbish, warns Environment Agency. The Environment Agency is asking people who are planning on having a bonfire to make sure that they only burn small amounts of paper, leaves, untreated wood and cardboard and the waste is kept securely before being burned. Only clean, non-commercial waste should be burned like paper, untreated wood and cardboard. The burning of most type of waste is illegal as it causes pollution which can harm your own health as well as your family, friends and neighbours and can carry a fine of up to £50,000. Sam Pickard of...

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Former Exeter student leads COP26 debate for young environmentalists 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/29/2021 - 11:14pm

A former Exeter student is set to chair a UK-wide virtual debate that will give young environmentalists a chance to discuss the big issues being raised by world leaders at the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow.

Bek Trehern (27), who graduated with a degree and masters in Zoology from the University of Exeter’s Cornwall Campus, will host the COP26 Youth Debate on November 3 on behalf of environmental education charity the Field Studies Council (FSC).

The event, which will coincide with the UN Climate Change Conference (October 31 to November 12) is expected to...

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Aldi is donating food to charities in Devon over Christmas - here's how to apply

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 10/29/2021 - 10:16pm

Aldi is embracing the time for giving by encouraging local charities, community groups and food banks in Devon to register now to receive surplus food donations this Christmas.

As part of Aldi’s pledge to donate 10 million meals this year to families across the UK facing hunger, the supermarket has committed to donate more meals than ever to good causes over the festive period.

Christmas provides an opportunity for even more organisations to benefit from Aldi’s successful partnership with Neighbourly. The community engagement platform links businesses to food banks and...

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Advice to take extra care on Devon's roads following latest weather warning

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/29/2021 - 9:42pm

More heavy rain is forecast for Devon this evening and throughout the weekend, and road users are being urged to take extra care on the county’s roads.

Yellow Severe Weather Warnings have been issued by the Met Office for further persistent downpours tonight and over the weekend.

Heavy rain is forecast from 9pm tonight until 9am tomorrow morning with the possibility of up to 35mm in some places before it clears. The same is expected from 9pm on Saturday evening until 3pm on Sunday afternoon.

It follows last night’s rain which caused surface water flooding on the...

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