Pupils from schools around the South West are celebrating after graduating from a pioneering programme designed to break down barriers to careers in law.
Pathways to Law aims to help young people develop aspirations and confidence so they can enter the competitive legal professions. It gives them the necessary knowledge and skills, including incredible work experience opportunities.
Pathways to Law is free and offered at 11 UK universities, including the University of Exeter and is jointly funded and managed by The Sutton Trust. Participants get support in accessing...
Carole Price of Clyst St Mary has given her local post box a Devon County show makeover.
Carole, who is a crafting enthusiast, just loves to decorate the village post box and has provided it with several different hats over the years.
This is the first time Carole has turned her skills to the Devon County Show. The eye-catching display includes a number of items, hand-knitted by crafty Carole, designed to capture the flavour of a traditional West County agricultural show with a chicken taking centre stage, as well as a pig, a cow and a sheep.
Safety is of importance when it comes to enhancing convenience and accessibility within your home. Home elevators come equipped with a range of features to ensure passengers' safety, offering peace of mind to homeowners and their loved ones. These safety measures play a role, in providing a transportation experience from emergency stop buttons to backup power sources. They instill confidence in users, residents, and homeowners reinforcing trust in the reliability and safety of the elevator system. Let's take a look at the safety measures in residential elevators that contribute to...
A brand is more than just a name. It's the embodiment of your company's reputation, values, and customer experience. A strong trademark acts as a shield, protecting that brand identity and safeguarding your hard-earned customer trust. This comprehensive guide delves into the world of trademarks, empowering you to understand their importance, navigate the registration process, and leverage them for maximum benefit.
What is a Trademark?
A trademark (also sometimes referred to as a trade mark or brand mark) is a recognizable sign or symbol that identifies a specific source of goods...
The Great South West , the Pan-Regional Partnership representing Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, will be leading a delegation of senior business and political leaders to make the case for the region at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF). UKREiiF is the largest investment and development event in the UK, set to take place between 21-23 May 2024 in Leeds.
An exciting programme of events, panel sessions and meetings at the Great South West Pavilion will provide insights into the region’s critical role in delivering the UK’s...
Three leading local companies have joined forces in a high-profile charitable project aimed at rewilding the environment, promoting healthy eating and raising awareness of bowel disease.
The project has been commissioned by Bowel Research UK with the aim of constructing a ‘Microbiome Garden’ that reflects a healthy gut. It has been funded by Project Giving Back and designed by top garden designers, Chris Hull and Sid Hill.
The state-of-the-art garden is being constructed by Atlantes Landscapes in Exeter, transported to the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show and returned...
White wine, with its crisp flavours and refreshing qualities, is a beloved beverage enjoyed by many. Whether you're savouring a glass with dinner or hosting a social gathering, keeping white wine at its best is essential for maximum enjoyment. One common question that arises among wine enthusiasts is: How long can you keep white wine in the fridge? In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the factors that affect the shelf life of white wine, tips for proper storage in the fridge, and signs to look for when your wine may be past its prime.
Extra funding to help repair Devon’s battered roads has been approved but comes as the county’s backlog of repairs hits an estimated £200 million.
Thanks to savings accrued during the year and a budget underspend, Devon is now able to put £12 million extra into maintaining the county’s roads, notably repairing its deluge of potholes and improving drainage issues.
But Devon County Council’s cabinet heard that the extra cash comes as the repair bill for outstanding maintenance on the county’s roads is thought to be £200 million.
IKEA has announced that it will be hosting a car boot event in Exeter this spring, following a successful pilot last year.
The retailer is set to host the event on 18th and 19th May, giving more customers the opportunity to sell and purchase pre-loved homeware bargains.
The IKEA car boot gives locals a space to sell unwanted home furnishing goods, decorations and more (which don’t have to be IKEA products) to give a new lease of life to old items. With a growing environmental awareness shaping the way consumers value the things they own, and how they shop, the event also...
Local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter has made a generous donation of £1,500 to Okehampton Primary School to support the renovation of its playground facilities for more than 500 students.
Recognising the need to improve its two outdated playgrounds which cater to younger and older students, the school has embarked on a project to revamp these areas, ensuring they provide safe and engaging environments for years to come. The generous donation from Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter will directly contribute to the much-needed upgrade.
