Caroline Voaden MEP has been elected as the new leader of the UK’s Liberal Democrats in the European Parliament.
Ms Voaden was voted in today [Tuesday November 12] to head up the 16 British Lib Dem MEP delegation. She represents the South West, including Cornwall, in the European Parliament.
“I am honoured to have been chosen by my colleagues to lead the Liberal Democrat delegation in the European Parliament,” said Ms Voaden. “As long as we remain in Europe, I want to carry on the important work the EU does to improve the economy and society in all member states, including...
Details have been unveiled of the new employer support service which is due to be launched by Devon County Council next year.
Plans for the new “Be Ready” Employer Service Hub have today (Tuesday 12 November) been announced in support of Purple Tuesday, an international call to action aiming to change the customer experience for disabled people.
The County Council is working in collaboration with Jobcentre Plus on this initiative as part of Devon’s commitment to improving employment and customer experience opportunities for disabled people.
Exeter-Yaroslavl Twinning Association (EYTA) is holding its annual Christmas Fayre in the Guildhall, High Street, Exeter on Saturday, 21st December from 10 am to 1 pm. Russian goods, books, home produce, bric-a-brac and jewellery will be on sale. There will also be a tombola and a café. Do come along to find a last-minute Christmas gift and enjoy a cup of coffee or non-alcoholic mulled wine in the café for only £1! If you would like to know more about the Russian Twinning Association, there will be an information stand. All are most welcome!
John Gray has been selected as the Conservative Parliamentary candidate for Exeter.
John has a wealth of experience in the business world and has been involved in a number of charities, all with a focus on helping young people.
His priorities for Exeter include environmentally-sensitive growth, social mobility and improving social care.
“I’m proud to be the Conservative Parliamentary candidate for Exeter – a city with a great history and a key part to play in the country’s future,” said John, whose family has a proud history of public service.
Princesshay will be transformed this Christmas with the unveiling of its brand-new festive lighting scheme on Saturday 16th November.
The new light installation will include a large stag figure located in the centre of Princesshay, giant diamonds suspended in the air in Bampfylde Lane, projections onto shop fronts and a life-size throne next to the city’s historical Roman Wall. Visitors to Princesshay will also find a big illuminated Christmas present that shoppers can step into for the ultimate festive photo, alongside the centre’s giant Christmas tree which this year will be...
Santa will be a little busy on Christmas Eve, so why not come and meet him at our magical Christmas Winter Wonderland at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Sowton, Exeter on Tuesday 3rd December from 2:30pm - 6pm. Bring the whole family for FREE to join in with our seasonal fun to get you in the Christmas spirit, meet Santa and receive your free Christmas gift. Any kind donations on the day will be gratefully received for Home-Start UK, our chosen charity who support families across the UK. **Don’t forget to ask about the special offers we will be running for all new families that...
Santa will be a little busy on Christmas Eve, so why not come and meet him at our magical Christmas Winter Wonderland at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Matford Green, Exeter on Thursday 5th December from 2pm - 6:30pm. Bring the whole family for FREE to join in with our seasonal fun to get you in the Christmas spirit, meet Santa and receive your free Christmas gift. Any kind donations on the day will be gratefully received for Home-Start UK, our chosen charity who support families across the UK. **Don’t forget to ask about the special offers we will be running for all new families...
Growing digital marketing agency MiHi Digital is celebrating after being named the best web design and SEO agency in the region.
Now in its sixth year, MiHi Digital, which works with a number of well-known and award-winning regional businesses, has been awarded the title of Best Web Design and SEO Agency in South West England in the LUXLife Global Excellence Awards.
The awards, run by LUXLife Magazine, recognise some of the world’s most elite businesses and service providers, covering a wide variety of fields from luxury travel to web design.
Santa will be a little busy on Christmas Eve, so why not come and meet him at our magical Christmas Winter Wonderland at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Matford Green, Exeter on Thursday 5th December from 2pm - 6:30pm. Bring the whole family for FREE to join in with our seasonal fun to get you in the Christmas spirit, meet Santa and receive your free Christmas gift. Any kind donations on the day will be gratefully received for Home-Start UK, our chosen charity who support families across the UK. **Don’t forget to ask about the special offers we will be running for all new families...
A Question of Racing proved a winning format at Exeter Racecourse on Tuesday with a packed audience entertained by some of horse racing’s leading personalities.
The racecourse had teamed up with the charity Love Devon to provide an entertaining hour of questions fielded by the BBC’s David Fitzgerald, after its iconic Haldon Gold Cup meeting, and to raise awareness of the work of Love Devon.
On the panel were Devon-born leading female jockeys Bryony Frost, an ambassador for Love Devon, and Lizzie Kelly; the 11-times champion trainer Paul Nicholls; Phillip Hobbs; David Pipe...
