100 ‘warm bags’ to keep winter chills at bay are being distributed to people in and around Exminster as a result of a partnership between Wales & West Utilities and Devon charity Westbank Community Health and Care (Westbank).
The bags are being distributed to people in the local community through Westbank’s recently-launched Warmwell at Home initiative. Each bag contains hand warmers, a thermometer, a pair of thermal socks, a travel mug, a hat and gloves, a hot water bottle and a large blanket.
Wales & West Utilities, the gas emergency and pipeline service,...
Online gambling has become increasingly popular in the UK, with millions of people engaging in various forms of online betting and gaming. As the digital landscape evolves, ensuring the safety and security of online gamblers has become paramount. Keep reading to explore trustworthy safety measures that UK online gamblers can implement to protect themselves while enjoying their favourite games and betting activities.
The Growth of Online Gambling in the UK
The UK has experienced a notable uptick in online gambling participation in recent years. This trend reflects the growing...
Intellectual property (IP) lawyers at Browne Jacobson have once again been included in the World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000 – an independent global ranking of the best trademark experts.
The UK and Ireland firm’s IP practice maintained its silver ranking in the enforcement and litigation category of the 2024 listing , a definitive resource for those seeking stellar trademark expertise and partners worldwide.
It also received a bronze award for prosecution and strategy, and was recommended for its transactional work, after the team was praised for its “ability to deliver...
InExeter, the business improvement district for the city, is delighted to announce its selection to represent the south west in the BIDS category of the 2024 RHS Britain in Bloom UK competition.
This recognition follows three successful years of participation in the South West in Bloom competition, where InExeter received Silver Gilt twice, a gold, and topped the BID category last year. InExeter continually strives to make Exeter a greener city, with more than 140 hanging baskets funded across the city and over 30 square meters of planting, including barrier baskets, tubs,...
Two colleagues have been honoured with prestigious Vertu Motors plc 2023 CEO Management Awards.
Anthony Pearson, who works at Vertu Jaguar Land Rover Exeter and Ben Williamson, from Vertu Volvo Exeter, have been named Sales Manager of the Year and Service Manager of the Year.
The awards acknowledge colleagues who have performed exceptionally well and delivered the highest levels of leadership throughout the year.
Nominations are made by Operational Directors to the plc Board, which selects the winner of each category.
Three community groups across Devon* have received over £2,700 from The Co-operative Bank in the latest round of grants from its Customer Donation Fund.
Among the recipients was Exeter-based Sweetpea Smallholdings, a community interest company (CIC) that aims to reduce social isolation by bringing people from a variety of backgrounds together to grow fruit, vegetables and herbs.
Made up of mostly disabled volunteers, the CIC grows produce at sites across Exeter all year round, which is delivered to those in the community who are most in need. As well as growing produce,...
M Pinches and Sons Ltd, founder members of the network, won the Pall-Ex Regional Operational Award for the Southwest , and Pall-Ex Southwest, received the award from Fortec at an exclusive ceremony, sponsored by Tile Mountain, held to celebrate independent hauliers from across the UK and Europe.
Both businesses are shareholder members of Pall-Ex and Fortec – palletised freight distribution networks made up of over 160 independent hauliers that operate together to distribute freight across the UK and globally.
Worcester-based M Pinches and Sons Ltd and Exeter-based Pall-...
Wealth management is an approach in financial planning that is more than just allocating assets. It includes a strategic and personalized method of handling finances to achieve long-term wealth and financial security.
As the world continues with economic uncertainties and rapid market changes, proper wealth management is becoming more crucial now than ever. This excerpt will explore the essential principles and strategies for managing wealth. It will also show how people can maneuver the complex world of financial success.
Three Devon authors, who are all members of the same writing group, will be sharing their experience of the rocky road to publication, in an attempt to help other writers get published.
Yaara Lahav Gregory, Anna Lunk, and Sophie Pierce will be in conversation at Exeter Central Library next month (March 12th), in an event entitled One Writers’ Group: Three Routes to Publication.
All three have had books published in the last year, but know what a lonely business writing is, and how difficult it is to get published. The trio will share their experiences in an event at Exeter...
In the quaint city of Exeter, a trend is blossoming where the essence of home decor is increasingly intertwined with the spirit of locality. Art aficionados and interior design enthusiasts alike are turning towards posters and framed pieces that not only embellish their walls but also pay tribute to the city's unique culture and landmarks. This movement is a testament to the power of art in transforming living spaces into personalized sanctuaries that narrate a story of heritage and community.
