Make room! Drivers need to give cyclists space during lockdown

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 3:32pm

As bicycle use spikes during local lockdowns, drivers need to be aware of the 1.5 metre rule which encourages motorists to make room and protect cyclists.

During the first 30 days of lockdown in March, the Department for Transport (DfT) found that cycling fatalities were more than double the number compared to the same periods from 2015-18 even though the level of vehicle traffic had dropped to 36% of its pre-lockdown level.

Of the 15 cyclists in the UK that lost their lives from 23 March – 22 April all but two incidents did not involve a motor vehicle.

Various road...

How to Get the Financial Compensation You Deserve After an Accident

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 2:47pm

Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience that can result in physical suffering, mental turmoil, and property loss. Dealing with the aftermath can sometimes be even worse. Therefore, studying the situation calmly is the only way out of this mess. What is even more overwhelming than coping with physical pain are the financial troubles that one can find themselves quickly drowning in. Getting the compensation you deserve for all the pain and suffering is the least you need for you to recover and get yourself back on the right track. Here are some important steps to consider...

6 Surprising Details about Free Psychic Readings You Should Know About

Are you interested in psychic readings or in learning its skills? Are you ready to get readings from an expert Psychic reader? If yes, keep on this article for some of the surprising details about this practice. You need to know that psyching helps you get more perspective and other things experienced in it. You’ll get many benefits by either having regular psychic readings or getting the first dose of it.

Here are some of the surprising details and services of psychic reading.

1. It gives you the Validation

Getting validation in the form of reading is one of the most...

Rare posters showing glamorous stars of cinema’s golden age return to Britain 

Rare posters showing the glamorous stars of cinema’s Golden Age have returned to Britain, thanks to a donation by one of the world’s foremost movie memorabilia collectors.

The artwork has been given to The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum at the University of Exeter. The gift comes as the museum has recently reopened to the public after lockdown so everyone can again enjoy the collection of over 80,000 artefacts.

Movie and actor posters from the early part of the last century can be rare because they were designed only to last for a few days. They were printed on inexpensive...

Car Analytics Ltd: The Best UK Vehicle History Checking Company 2020

A leading and renowned automotive business that is based in the UK, Car Analytics provides its clients with a range of car and vehicle related services, in addition to a completely free vehicle check. So although ‘low cost’ or ‘economical’ might describe the price range of their services, it’s more accurate to say they are the first company of its kind, in this market, to be recognised for their entirely free vehicle data check.

Car Analytics was established in 2018, November, and has aimed from the outset to provide car data checks at the lowest possible prices within a...

NHS organisations in Devon are working together to manage COVID-19 and keep essential services running

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 2:04pm

NHS organisations across Devon are sharing their resources and expertise to manage the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, prepare for winter and keep essential services running.

As COVID-19 infections rise, health and social care partners are preparing for an increase in patients with the virus at hospitals in coming months.

The most recently published data show 517 confirmed cases in Devon with hospital admissions increasing.

Devon’s four main hospitals* will work closely as a network to manage resources in the most effective way to deliver a range of services...

Help slash food waste this Halloween

Devon residents are being urged to slash food waste this Halloween by eating the pumpkins they carve up.

The sixth annual Pumpkin Rescue is part of Recycle Devon’s campaign to reduce food waste – an estimated 42 per cent of households will buy pumpkins this Halloween to use as Jack-o'-lanterns.

But many will discard the flesh - a scary 18,000 tonnes of edible pumpkin ends up in the bin each year, equivalent in weight as 1,500 double decker buses.

While this year’s celebrations may be more low key than usual, residents are urged to support the campaign to #...

Top 5 Overnight Tours in Phuket

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 11:10am

A trip away from the hustle and bustle of Phuket is an excellent idea for holidaymakers and locals alike. Like Phuket itself, the surrounding islands and mainland offer a plethora of exciting and varied entertainment options for intrepid travelers. If you’re thinking of getting away for a night, there are many overnight tours in Phuket to choose from. From sea canoeing to elephant trekking and island hopping, the choices are endless. To help you out, we have compiled a list of the best tour options. So, without further ado, let’s jump in and take a look! 1] Elephant Jungle

Get to...

Benefits of Hiring a Professional Cleaning Service

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 10:44am

The place where you kick up your feet and rest your head is more important than any destination you travel to during your week, month, or year. The holidays spent, and the memories you make within the four walls of your home will fill your photo albums and play a part in the people you and your children grow into. Life’s burdens can sometimes cause daily responsibilities, such as cleaning, to fall out of line. Here are some reasons why you should consider hiring a cleaning service.

Appliances and Tools

A lot of cleaning requires specific appliances that you might not be able to...

Camp in Your Car? Here's How!

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 10/26/2020 - 10:42am

Do you love to travel and explore new places, but want a more affordable way of doing the same? Wondering how? Camp in your car. Car camping is one of the cheapest modes of travel. You can build your own mini caravan and wake up to new sights every day!

You can camp at random scenic spots or a remote area in the wild by following a few simple steps. We have shared our two cents on the whats and the hows of car camping to help all you avid travelers. Read on to know more!

Sleeping arrangements

In comparison to sleeping under a tent, sleeping in your car or van is much...

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