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New trustee brings decades of experience in social care leadership to Westbank Community Health and Care

The Devon-wide health and wellbeing charity, Westbank Community Health and Care, is delighted to welcome Ian Hobbs, a former social worker and social care professional, to its Board of Trustees.

After 42 years working in a range of roles within Devon County Council, Ian is bringing his considerable skills and leadership experience to the third sector. As a Trustee, he is looking forward to helping the team at Westbank to deliver its ambitious programme of interrelated services and to make the changes that will be needed to adapt to the future.

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United Nations Battle Against KGL: What You Need To Know

KGL or Kuwait & Gulf Link (KGL) logistics conglomerate describes itself as one of the elite providers of integrated Supply Chain Management facilities in the Middle East. They claim to take care of the entire procedure of supply, starting from logistics and transportation to port management, courier shipping, and freight forwarding.

They have developed a vast clientele with numerous regional and international clients involved continuously in import and export. KGL, also known as Kuwait and Gulf Link Holding Company, was established as a small stevedoring company in the early...

Patients highly rate cancer services at the RD&E

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 10/04/2019 - 12:09pm

Patients being treated for cancer at the RD&E highly rate the services they receive, according to results published by a national survey this month.

The annual National Cancer Patient Experience Survey, now in its eighth year, is designed to monitor national progress on cancer care; provide information to drive local improvements and to inform the work of groups supporting cancer patients, including the voluntary sector.

The survey was completed by over 1300 patients at the RD&E who had received a cancer diagnosis and attended the hospital in April, May or June 2018...

Road closures for gas work in Topsham

Gas pipeline and emergency service, Wales & West Utilities is working in the Topsham area this coming weekend (5/6 October).

Following gas pipe upgrade work, which completed in the area earlier this year, the company needs to remove the old pipe from along Clyst Bridge. The work is essential tokeep the gas flowing to heat homes and power businesses in the area so that people are safe and warm for generations to come.

For safety reasons it has been agreed with Devon County Council that road closures will be in place while the work takes place.

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What to do after a car accident if your car is damaged

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 10/04/2019 - 8:28am

It is so easy to prevent car accidents. However, you can do nothing about it if it happens. You have to ensure that you work your way out of it, and using the right procedures.

Many accidents happen annually. They add up to thousands of car crashes according to various reports. As much as these accidents happen, not many people understand the procedures that you should follow.

In this article, we will indicate some of the things you need to do if an event like this happens to you. If it has happened to you already, and you are looking for help, here are things that...

Learn how to create a healthy lifestyle

5 topics to educate yourself on while you are in your 20s

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 10/04/2019 - 6:15am

The 20s are the years where we find our true purpose in life. The actions and decisions that you make during these years often determine how your future life will be. Any young person needs to calculate every risk and think twice before making a crucial step. Yes, sometimes you need to take risks, but not all the time and at all costs. So, with that thought in mind, we wanted to provide 5 areas in which every person should gain knowledge in order to be prepared for his or her future. Let’s start with number 5.

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From Fruit to Root – Apple Festival returns to Killerton

All things apple from trees to fruit and cider to apple juice, are being celebrated at the popular Apple Festival at Killerton on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 October.

The apple trees in the Killerton estate orchards are covered in vibrant red and green fruit, creating a seasonal burst of colour in the autumn sunshine, and indicating the beginning of the apple harvest for the Killerton team.

With over 50 acres of traditional orchards, gathering the harvest is an important job on the working estate and every year approximately 10 tonnes of apples are hand-picked to create award...

Take part in a live dance and gaming experience at Exeter Phoenix

Pell Ensemble bring their latest touring production, Upload/Unplug, to Exeter Phoenix on Tuesday 5th November. Featuring world-class dancers, an exclusive app operated by audience members, and specially designed set, lighting and projection, Upload/Unplug explores how large data companies gather, exploit and manipulate the public on and offline. Proven to both entertain and enlighten, Upload/Unplug is both affecting and humorous, and with limited capacity booking early is essential!

‘An immersive experience from the moment you step into the theatre… we see our information become...

New faces at Citizens Advice Exeter 

Leading local advice charity, Citizens Advice Exeter, is delighted to announce that Amy Langford, Julia Crockett and Steve Morgan have joined their Board.

Amyis an Associate Solicitorwith The Family Law Company. She has over 10 year’s experience in family law. Amy also set up a legal clinic with our colleagues at Citizens Advice Taunton.

Juliastarted her career with the British Armyand then as a Metropolitan Police CID Officer, and with the National Probation Service. She has also worked as a professional trainer in English language skills around the World. Julia is also a...

Budgeting 101 for couples

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 10/03/2019 - 6:28am

Budgeting for yourself can be hard enough, let alone the added complications of throwing another person into the mix. There comes a point in relationships, though, where you have to start to think about budgeting as a couple, and there are some important factors you will want to take into account.

Finances are one of those things that many people find difficult to discuss openly, but it is an essential part of moving forward as a couple. While you might have your individual finances under control, there are many different financial complications that can arise from being a part of...

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Major UK telecommunications company launches in South West

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 10/02/2019 - 12:23pm

A major new UK telecommunications company bringing ultrafast full fibre optic broadband to towns and rural communities in the South West of England has launched.

Based in Exeter, ​Jurassic Fibre​ ​will be rolling out a gigabit capable network in the South West over the next five years, as part of a long-term £250million pound infrastructure project.

Yesterday (Oct 1) at Sandy Park, home to rugby’s Exeter Chiefs, Jurassic Fibre’s founder and CEO Michael Maltby signed a contract with Carol Wilson, Tata Consultancy Services’ (TCS) Head of Europe and UK, Communications, Media...

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