The University of Exeter must take rapid action to tackle the environment and climate emergency, according to a panel of staff and students.
The panel says the university should be carbon neutral by 2040 in terms of activities it directly controls (such as university vehicles and campus electricity) and by 2050 – or sooner – in indirect emissions (such as those associated with waste and products purchased).
Its recommendations include cutting long-haul air travel by 50%, increasing recycling to 70% and halving plastic and paper use – all by 2025.
Did you know it costs the average American around $1,200 yearly for their prescription medications? Even worse, drug prices continue to increase and cost you more out of pocket, even with insurance!
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The good news is that you can save money on prescriptions if you consider your options and do a little extra work. Read...
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Scientists have developed a pioneering new technique that can detect and diagnose one of the most common types of cancer within seconds - using light.
A multidisciplinary team of experts has developed a ground-breaking ‘smart needle’ probe that uses light to pinpoint cancerous tissues or cells almost instantaneously. This optical biopsy uses a technique called Raman spectroscopy, which measures the light scattered by tissues when a low-power laser is shone onto it. Light is scattered differently from healthy or diseased tissues, meaning that health professionals are able to detect...
Devon-based public relations agency Briscoe PR has been named the Most Outstanding PR Consultancy for the South of England and Channel Islands by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations.
The firm, which has an office at Plymouth Science Park, picked up the biggest award of the night at the annual CIPR regional PR awards held in Bristol, being chosen ahead of five other shortlisted agencies from across the south and south west.
Agency head Kevin Briscoe said that although they were shortlisted for the top award of the evening it still came as a shock when Briscoe PR was...
A former BBC journalist hailing from Devon is the new Conservative Parliamentary candidate for East Devon.
Simon Jupp was chosen at a selection meeting at Exmouth Community College earlier today (Saturday), attended by more than a hundred local Conservative members. Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner, Alison Hernandez, moderated the debate of candidates.
Ensuring that East Devon is a safe, secure and flourishing community attracting investment in business and infrastructure are Simon’s priorities for East Devon.
As World Cup fever hits, the nation is filled with early risers, demonstrating their commitment to the sport by watching with a coffee and a bacon sandwich instead of a beer. The beauty of a world tournament is that it inspires people of all ages as a nation comes together to cheer on their team. From surprising underdogs to nail-biting David and Goliath matches, the rugby World Cup 2019 promises to deliver on entertainment, skill, and a few unexpected surprises. If the man in your life loves a bit of rugby, take a look at our top gifts for men who love sport in general and rugby in...
Award-winning consulting, civil and structural engineers, surveyors and designers, structureHaus with offices in Exeter, London and Stuttgart, announces the appointment of Gemma Thornhill as new principal engineer.
Following her graduation from the University of Bath, Gemma has worked on a number of prestigious projects including the Palace of Westminster, Halley V1 Antarctic Research Station and BBC EastEnders Film Set Redevelopment. She has also worked in a variety of sectors such as commercial, retail and health as well as a series of secondary schools and further education...
Staff from Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes sites across the Exeter area took time to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday.
A mixture of staff from development sites all took part in gathering for a moment’s silence, as well as colleagues from the main offices in Exeter.
Special flags bearing poppies and the words ‘Lest we forget’ were installed as a sign of respect, in honour of the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community, veterans and civilians involved in conflicts past and present.
Signage at the sites were also updated with images of poppies...
Exeter charity SAFE has supported survivors of domestic abuse for 45 years, currently delivering specialist prevention and recovery support for adults and children. Working within a multi-agency service framework, SAFE offers a holistic “whole family approach” to recovery.
“The UK is currently in a national domestic violence crisis, with domestic homicides at 5 year high”, says CEO Emma Morris.
“Supporting families to fully recover from the trauma they have experienced as a result of domestic violence is absolutely essential. The damage that occurs spans emotional wellbeing...
