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Honorary degree for former Exeter MP

Former city MP Ben Bradshaw thanked University of Exeter students for “all they have given the city” as he joined their graduation ceremony to be given his own honorary degree.

Sir Ben’s award was in recognition of public service, including his achievements to boost the quality of schools in Exeter, bring jobs to the city and his campaigning for LGBT rights.

During his 27 years as Exeter’s MP he worked to bring the Met Office to the city and worked closely with the University of Exeter and others in the community to bring about a huge school reorganisation and rebuilding...

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In today's ever-changing educational landscape, home education has become a practical choice for parents looking for a flexible and personalised approach to their children's learning journey. As they explore home ed, families discover the joys of bespoke education and self-directed learning. The shift away from the traditional school environment has liberated families from the daily grind of the school run, relentless testing, and all school’s associated pressures. The impact of our education system on the mental health and well-being of young people is a real cause for worry. This article...

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Exeter Children's Library to get a revamp

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/04/2024 - 9:05am

Libraries Unlimited is thrilled to be part of a collaborative effort to transform Exeter Children's Library into a vibrant, exciting, and inclusive space for young readers.

This project brings together students and community partners, including an industry immersive experience agency, built environment and construction companies, to create a unique space that fosters a love of reading and learning.

By incorporating ideas from school-aged children, the University, businesses and frontline staff, the aim is to design a space that inspires creativity, imagination, and a...

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Share your views on the South Western Ambulance Service

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/03/2024 - 10:41pm

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is encouraging people to join their next Patient Participation Panel meeting to share their views about the care and service provided to patients and members of the public across the South West region.

The next Patient Participation Panel meeting is on Friday 12 April at 1000-1130 on Microsoft Teams and future meetings will be in August and December on the second Friday of each month.

Panel members have a valuable voice and their feedback about their experiences of the Trust will help shape the ambulance...

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Extra TUI Airways aircraft to operate out of Exeter Airport from summer 2025

TUI, the leading global travel and leisure company, has today announced an additional aircraft will operate out of Exeter Airport in summer 2025 providing an additional 80,000 seats for the southwest region.

This additional aircraft supports TUI’s commitment to offering more choice and flexibility to customers across the UK, with an unrivalled approach to flying from local airports.

Andrew Flintham, TUI UK&I Manager Director , said: “ We are seeing an uptick in demand from customers in Devon and Cornwall, which is why we have deployed another of our aircraft to...

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Princesshay announces Exeter Leukaemia Fund as charity of the year

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 04/03/2024 - 2:47pm

Princesshay has announced Exeter Leukaemia Fund as its charity of the year for 2024/25. Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) provides vital support to patients with blood cancer and other disorders, who attend the Haematology Centre at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (RD&E).

ELF is the leading patient-led support organisation for families affected by blood cancer in the South West. Their vision is that every family affected by blood cancer or a blood disorder in the region receives compassionate, tailored support.

Gary Moore, Development Manager at Exeter Leukaemia Fund,...

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City charity gears up for homelessness backyard sleep out

Local people are gearing up for a fundraising sleep out next week, organised by an Exeter-based homelessness charity.

St Petrock’s is inviting people to sleep out under the stars next Friday (12 April), to help raise money for its work with rough sleepers.

Around one thousand pounds has already been raised by the energetic participants of St Petrock’s Big Night Out who are sleeping rough in a variety of ways, including in gardens, sheds or on open moorland. Some with friends and family, others with colleagues or alone.

One participant said: “In those moments...

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Toby’s Garden Festival: The First Carbon Neutral Garden Show In The World

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 04/02/2024 - 3:31pm

Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, Toby’s Garden Festival (Friday 3rd - Saturday 4th May 2024) is proud to announce it has been awarded carbon neutral status. Set in the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, near Exeter, it’s the first carbon neutral garden show in the world to achieve such accreditation, a huge achievement for the festival which also celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Two days of delight, celebration and inspiration for gardeners and lovers of the great outdoors, Toby and his dedicated team have worked hard to reduce the impact of the...

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Exeter Boasts One of UK's Strangest University Societies

Authored by MediaA
Posted: Tue, 04/02/2024 - 10:19am

One of the best parts of going to university is the chance to join wacky societies where you can meet like-minded peers and make friends for life.

Most universities across the country have hundreds of societies to suit everybody’s tastes, with the sole University of Birmingham featuring over 500 clubs and societies on campus.

If you’re specifically into sports and physical activity, the likes of Lancaster, Oxford, Bristol, and Nottingham University might be the perfect place to develop your skills both in class and on the pitch. But if you’re after quirkier societies that...

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Exeter students jump on their bikes for national school run challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/01/2024 - 7:01pm

Students at West Exe School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust , are taking part in the 15th celebration of Sustrans #BigWalkAndWheel , the UK's largest inter-school walking, wheeling, scooting and cycling challenge. Sustrans is a UK based walking, wheeling and cycling charity, and the custodian of the National Cycle Network.

The challenge aims to inspire hundreds of thousands of students to get active on the school run and over a period of 10 days, schools record the number of students walking, scooting or cycling to school. Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel inspires students to improve...

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Choir’s season finale - an intimate ‘Evening at the Opera’

Exeter Philharmonic Choir has a special ‘Evening at the Opera” planned to conclude its 2023/24 season on a high. On the evening of 18th May, the Choir - accompanied by two rising stars of the professional opera world - will transport concert goers to the opera houses of Europe for a sparkling evening of arias, duets and choruses.

The season finale at St. David’s Church in Exeter will be a comparatively intimate affair with just 200 tickets available. The £25 ticket price includes interval drinks and canapes.

EPC’s Director of Music Howard Ionascu says: “We will be...

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