What are the important facts to know about coronavirus face masks?

With the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, face masks are highly recommended for preventing the infection of Covid-19. It is high time that people became aware of the spread of the pandemic and knew the ways to slow down the spread. Some health hygiene steps are recommended by doctors to maintain stay at this hour of emergency. Though different types of face masks are available, it is important to buy the right one. It is, however, recommended that healthy people may not wear masks.

If an individual is tested positive of coronavirus and they may come in contact with someone...

Coronavirus support service flooded with offers of help and support

A support service set up to help people in Exeter during the Coronavirus outbreak has been flooded with requests for help and offers of support.

In the first 36 hours since Exeter Community Wellbeing went live, a combined total of 250 requests for help and offers of support were received.

More than 100 volunteers have come forward to offer their services. These offers of support will be matched with some of the 150 or so people who have requested practical help in Exeter to deal with the outbreak.

Both the City’s top sports clubs have pitched in to aid the...

GripHero offers free hand-protection at the fuel pump in battle against Covid-19

COVID-gilance on the forecourt sweeps the globe - thousands of forecourts race to install hand-protection in battle against Covid-19

In the last week alone, over a thousand forecourts globally have taken Devon-based GripHero up on its offer of providing hand-protection dispensers free to protect their customers from the transmission of Covid-19 at the fuel pump.

The brainchild of inventor Oli Yeo, GripHero is an award-winning patented hand-protection dispenser, which sits on top of each and every hand-pump on the forecourt, so that the very first thing the customer interacts with is the hand-protection itself. This prevents customers from coming into contact with the fuel pump handle where Covid-19 could easily...

Mark Simic, partner at Simpkins Edwards LLP comments on self-employment Covid-19 rules

Support package for self-employed affected by Covid-19 pandemic – action needed now

Commenting on the much-anticipated support package announced by The Chancellor for self-employed workers affected by the  coronavirus pandemic, Mark Simic, partner at Simpkins Edwards LLP, said:

“For many, Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s package for the self-employed - whose income has been negatively impacted by COVID-19 - will have come as a huge relief. It means that - subject to meeting the criteria - they will receive financial support, although there will be a two month wait until grants are payable at the start of June.

“The Scheme provides a grant worth 80% of profits up...

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Exeter Prays – Churches in the city broadcast unique live event

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:46pm

Churches in Exeter are hosting organising a LIVE online event on Sunday 29th March, 8pm-8.30pm encouraging Christians from across the city to pray for our nation at this critical time.

Called ‘Exeter Prays’, the half an hour broadcast will involve a number of church leaders in Exeter broadcasting live from their homes sharing inspiring and thought provoking messages and reflections and encouraging individuals to step into a new level of prayer.

The online event has never been done before, but it’s hoped that thousands of Christians from across the city will tune in for...

Moon will continue to shine, insists Baxter

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:27pm

Rob Baxter insists Ben Moon is already delivering on the promises he made when he penned his new contract with the Exeter Chiefs.

The long-serving England international this week became the latest Chief to pledge his future to the Devon club, agreeing terms on a new long-term deal at Sandy Park.

Before penning that contract though, Director of Rugby Baxter was keen to gauge just where the 30-year-old envisaged his career going over the next few years.

Baxter said: “I don’t mind telling you, it’s the biggest question that goes through my mind every time I re-sign...

Highway repairs keeping roads safe for key workers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 03/27/2020 - 11:21am

Highways teams are continuing to deliver essential safety repairs on Devon’s roads in order to maintain the local network for key workers. Devon County Council has temporarily suspended planned maintenance work in order to focus on the repair of critical infrastructure. Highway maintenance workers have been classified by the Government as key to delivering essential service during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic as they play a critical role in keeping roads safe for emergency services and other key workers, as well as the delivery of food and supplies. Devon Highways is asking for...

Guide to survive quarantine as a golf fan

Has coronavirus made it impossible for you to go on your usual Algarve Golf Holidays ? Whether you are in quarantine for your state or you are trying to be responsible by practicing social distancing, you might have gotten cabin fever and missed your golf courses.

However, there are ways that you still enjoy golfing while you are on quarantine. One of those ways is to play golf games from the comfort of your home. What are these golf games that you can play? We have provided a list of some of the best golf games and aids that you can enjoy during your quarantine.

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How to Plan a Family Getaway in Your Rear Garden

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 03/27/2020 - 8:18am

Summer plans might be dashed this summer, but that doesn’t mean you cannot have a great time with the whole family. All you need is a rear garden and some simple camping equipment, and you can transform your garden space into a summer family getaway kids will love.

It can be hard to explain the necessity of social distancing and quarantine. Kids just want to head outside and explore. They want to run wild and have fun. You can’t give them everything that they want, but you can build an adventure right on your property with this guide:

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Getting a Divorce: What You Need to Know

etting a divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience for the couple involved. It could be made even more difficult if one party wants to end the marriage and the other doesn’t. However, short-term marriages where there is little ownership of possessions, no children or property involved are much easier to manage. If couples work together and aim to settle a divorce through calm negotiation, it will make the experience far less gruelling and expensive. For those unsure of the legal steps involved, understanding how to file for divorce can be crucial in navigating the process...

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