The University of Exeter has been recognised for life-changing work to support disadvantaged young people and help them achieve their potential.
The University has been shortlisted for two categories - Innovation and University of the Year - in the UK Social Mobility Awards . The awards, which recognise and celebrate the achievements of businesses and organisations across the country in their work of advancing social mobility, will take place in October.
University of Exeter staff work with several thousand pupils and their teachers each year via outreach activities to...
They may now clap their hands instead of shouting "Bingo!", and order their food on apps - but guests at Ladram Bay Holiday Park in Devon couldn't be more delighted to be back.
That's the finding of director Zoe House who says that she and her team have been overwhelmed by the messages of support and thanks received from customers since re-opening.
The Budleigh Salterton park, family-run for over 75 years, believes its beautiful coastal location and surrounding tranquil countryside provides just the tonic people are now looking for.
The Exeter Chiefs Foundation has distributed funds totalling more than £200,000 since lockdown began.
Despite not being able to gather at Sandy Park as usual because of social distancing rules, the trustees met via Zoom to ensure vital funds were still being shared.
Among the charities and organisations to benefit were Living Options Devon, Exmouth Beach Wheelchair Project, Topsham Bowling Club and Farms For City Children.
The single largest donation of £100,000 was made to Exeter Community Wellbeing – a COVID-19 response service set up by Exeter City Council...
Congratulations! You are at the beginning of your self-employment journey. And let’s face it, setting up a business is both a challenging and rewarding venture. It’s one that will come with ups and downs.
But once you get your footing as an entrepreneur, you will know exactly how to weather the storms that come with self-employment. Before you go full-steam ahead, it is important to ensure that you get everything right from the get-go.
First order of business? Registering as self-employed.
However, getting the self-employment title is not as easy as it sounds....
Not everyone is born with a green thumb. Some plants are hopeless at your doorstep because they’re just not fit for that certain area. Understanding the needs of your plants will lead to cleaner air and a happier environment. Planting trees and taking care of them properly provide shade and enhance home landscapes.
Nature is known for its relaxing characteristics. Gardening has many physical benefits as it serves as a great exercise. It has been proven to reduce stress, and lower blood pressure. In terms of environmental benefits, plants provide shade from the sun to help you...
There is nothing quite like going to a nice, exciting event that would keep you entertained throughout the night. From weddings to festivals, going to the right event is a healing experience of sorts. You forget about your worries and troubles for a while and just enjoy yourself with nothing else on your mind but fun. Organizing one of those events, however, is a different story. It takes time, effort, and planning so you could get it done right, which isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Here is how you can organize a successful event.
Getting a car loan can be considered as a significant personal investment. There can be several important reasons why you want to buy a car and why you need a car loan if ever your current financial resources are not enough to get one. Car loans are a popular option for people these days as it helps them secure their purchase faster than accumulating their savings to buy a car. However, securing a car loan approval can have varying requirements depending on the financial institution or loan provider offering the service. Here, we’ll discuss some of the factors that can affect your car...
If it’s summer, sunshine and safety you want, then come down to Topsham - the estuary town just outside Exeter is open and welcoming everyone throughout the holiday season.
Many already know that Topsham is packed with independent shops, distinctive cafes and restaurants, waterside pubs and beautiful maritime architecture. All of them have been upgraded to ensure social distancing and complete safety over the summer.
But now there’s even more to discover thanks to a series of Quick Guides created by some of the town’s residents.
ECommerce involves any type of business transaction that is conducted online. During the contemporary period, many businesses are increasingly embracing this new method of doing business to increase sales. While the concept of eCommerce may seem alien to the construction industry, it is slowly gaining recognition, though it is hard to penetrate the mainstream construction industry. ECommerce may not be viable for all construction businesses, but a good site can significantly improve the operations of a business in many ways. As such, read on to learn whether eCommerce is a viable avenue...
Tech start-ups in the South West have a key role to play in ensuring that the UK economy bounces back post-coronavirus through the provision to digital transformation solutions.
This belief, held by prominent Bristol-based tech investment bank ICON Corporate Finance, will be expanded on at a free webinar for start-ups in the region, and follows hot on the heels of Economic Secretary to the Treasury John Glenn’s announcement that an independent “FinTech Strategic Review” will be set up to ensure UK FinTech has the resources to grow and succeed.
