Foot Anstey has become the sixth law firm to be awarded the National Equality Standard (NES). This was received on first time assessement - something less than a third of businesses have achieved.
The UK National Equality Standard was developed by businesses to bring clarity and consistency to efforts to tackle inequality and promote inclusion. To be awarded the NES, an organisation must be independently assessed against a robust set of criteria against seven core standards. NES assessors review extensive documentation and conduct comprehensive interviews and focus groups.
Alex Cuthbert says he is “excited” at the challenge that lies ahead after he today sealed a move to reigning Aviva Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs.
The Wales and British & Irish Lions international has agreed a three-year deal with the Chiefs and will leave Cardiff Blues at the end of the season after seven years at the Arms Park.
The 27-year-old winger is Rob Baxter’s first new signing ahead of the 2018/19 season and is a prominent new addition to the Chiefs squad.
“I’m very excited about the move,” said Cuthbert. “I’ve played all of my rugby in Wales and I...
Exeter housebuilder David Wilson Homes has appointed Jason Dugdale as site manager for its Harts Meadow development in Pinhoe.
Jason will oversee construction at the site, working closely with all those involved in the process – including subcontractors and suppliers. He has played a key role within the industry for 38 years and says that seeing residents move into their new homes is one of his favourite parts of the job. “It’s handing over the keys and seeing people’s faces as they walk into their dream home,” he said. “It’s a very rewarding thing to see.” Jason’s team will create...
Staff who sort Exeter's 'recycling' have been recognised with an award.
Exeter's Materials Reclamation Facility (MRF) has won the latest round of Recycle Devon's 'Thank You' Awards.
Staff at the MRF in Exton Road sort through all the recyclable items collected by the City Council's waste and recyling crews.
The household items which are collected from Exeter residents are sorted by the MRF staff and then sent off for recycling, bringing in valuable income to support public services in the city.
The MRF also sort unwanted plastic washed up on Devon's...
Alexandra Penn, Head of Sales at Event Exeter, University of Exeter will be taking the helm as chairman for the Exeter and Heart of Devon Hotels and Restaurants Association.
A Commercial Manager with over 15 years’ experience in the industry, and having been with Event Exeter since 2014, Penn brings with her a wealth of knowledge and passion for the hospitality industry.
Mark Godfrey, Managing Director of Deer Park Country House Hotel, Derek Phillips, John Wheeler, Head of Faculty at Exeter College and Jemma Mitchell, Owner of Rendezvous Wine Bar retain their positions as...
Leading up to the start of this year’s summer jumps season on Easter Saturday, the team at Newton Abbot Racecourse have been hard at work implementing a number of important new improvements and changes.
Over the winter break the racecourse has invested tens of thousands of pounds in improvements both on and off the track, to better the total experience at Newton Abbot Racecourse for visitors, jockeys, owners and of courses horses alike.
Newton Abbot Racecourse is popular with the racing fraternity from racing royalty such as Paul Nicholls and Richard Johnson through to...
Exeter City maintained their Sky Bet League Two promotion push as they sealed a 3-1 win over Swindon Town at St James Park.
The away side went ahead in the first half through Kaiyne Woolery, but were pegged back shortly after when Jake Taylor levelled for the Grecians.
Pierce Sweeney then put City ahead just before half-time from the penalty spot, before Jayden Stockley made sure the points were safe when he fired in late on.
Match Report sponsored by Speedy Freight
The GFrecians made two changes to the side that beat Port Vale 1-0 in midweek as...
In your role as a stay at home parent, you are likely to deal with a wide range of responsibilities. There will be some days when your workload will be lighter, and you will enjoy all of the benefits of your position. However, there will also be days when you are completely overwhelmed and struggling to make it through. Rather than riding the rollercoaster of life, you need to take control of the situation. Below are five tips that will help you to do this.
Create a clear schedule
If you are determined to take control of your time at home, you will need to create a clear...
Families for Children, Chief Executive Caroline Davis, OBE, has received a Lifetime Achievement award for her services to children and adoption in the South West. Caroline beat off three others worthy contenders from across the UK to be awarded the Gareth Marr Lifetime Achievement Award the National Adoption Week awards in London.
Caroline has worked in children’s services for 40 years. She has spent the last 25 years as the CEO of one of the UK’s most successful Voluntary Adoption Agencies, Families for Children. She works tirelessly with other professional bodies and agencies...
Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (23-25 March).
THEATRE
Up 'n' Under Friday & Saturday, Exeter Northcott The Wheatsheaf Arms rugby team, the laughing stock of Castleford’s Amateur Rugby League 7-a-Side tournament have never won a game, don’t have seven players and spend more time in the pub than on the pitch. With just 5 weeks to go, our hero coach Arthur has to convince them they can beat the mighty Cobblers Arms, but first he has to work out how to communicate with them… https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
