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Innovate UK announce Government funding to support innovation and growth in the region’s marine and maritime sectors

The Great South West , which covers Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, has been chosen as the country’s Marine and Maritime Launchpad, recognising its leadership in the sector.

As part of the programme, the region is set to receive up to £7.5m of investment to drive innovation and business growth, building on its strengths in marine and maritime.

Karl Tucker, Chair of the Great South West, said: “It’s fantastic to see the...

Green spaces are essential for health and well-being. That’s a problem for those living in urban areas. Not having access to green places can be detrimental to both physical and mental health, and some studies show that living in dense urban areas was more likely to increase the likelihood of anxiety or depressive symptoms compared to those living in regions where they’re surrounded by greenery.

As a result, many people have acknowledged the importance of reintroducing green spaces in cities. With the pandemic and the threat of extreme weather events, this strategy has received...

Sports enthusiasts often look for unique ways to express their allegiance to their favorite teams. Whether it's wearing jerseys, hats, or painting their faces, fans go to great lengths to display their loyalty and enthusiasm. In the realm of quieter, yet equally expressive gestures, lies the humble sticker. Stickers, particularly those themed around sports, provide a simple but potent means to champion one's favorite team. In this article, we explore the appeal of sports stickers and how they've become an essential tool for fans, while also highlighting how websites like classystickers....

Bystander Intervention Campaign wins at South West CIPR Awards

A campaign to help tackle harassment against women and girls in Exeter has won a major award.

Exeter-based marketing agency Program saw off competition from around the country at the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) PRide Awards for their Bystander Intervention campaign for the Safer Exeter Partnership .

The campaign, run in partnership with the Safer Exeter Partnership, encouraged safe and skillful intervention in harassment situations. It included eye-catching ads across Exeter, along...