Members of Exeter Labour Party took to the streets this past Saturday, following a rallying call to defend education from their recently re-elected leader, Jeremy Corbyn. Speaking at the annual conference last week, Mr Corbyn called on all party members to campaign in a 'day of action' against Tory plans to reinstate selection and the failed grammar school system.
Cllr Hannah Packham said: "Recent announcements on the reintroduction of selection in our education system have alarmed many, including parents, grandparents, teachers, education experts, Councillors &...
Leading local advice charity, Citizens Advice Exeter, has published its advice trend statistics for the first five-months of the financial year. The charity has helped 12% more people with their advice and information when compared to the same period in 2015.
The advice trends over the period were as follows:
Debt
Overall, the charity dealt with 14% more debt enquiries. The main increases being:
• 49.0% about bankruptcy and debt relief orders • 27.8% about water arrears • 25.7% about council tax arrears
Following the success of its explosive Science Cabaret production “Dark Matters”, the science focused theatre company Foot-candle Productions - supported by Daisi[1] and Queen Elizabeth’s (QE) Academy - is putting the spotlight on one of science’s unsung feminine heroes, the ground breaking Austrian atomic Physicist Lise Meitner, whose work changed the world.
The new work, a day long experience to be run in schools, has been created to encourage more young women across the UK to consider Physics A-level.
Supported by £30,000 awarded by several arts and science based funding...
Exeter residents might spot some unusual happenings in the city on the second weekend of November, as hoards of determined and sleep-deprived teams race to make a film from scratch in a single weekend.
A test of team skills and creativity against the clock, Exeter’s annual 48 Hour Film Challenge attracts dozens of participating teams every year, from experienced filmmakers to thrill seekers who have never used a camera before.
Laura Pearson travelled from Cardiff to take part in the challenge last year. ‘It’s a lot harder than you think... a film brief is given to you on...
One of the region’s top insurance brokers announced their next charity challenge at a special anniversary party last week.
Northcott Beaton, based in Exeter, celebrated their 25th anniversary at a 90s themed celebration held at the prestigious Woodbury Park Hotel.
Guests and business associates were invited from across the region and were treated to a three-course meal followed by a disco.
Directors Keiron Northcott and Nick Beaton launched the NB Big Challenge this summer by walking the 66-mile Exe Valley Endurance. They raised £4,800 for the Exeter Foundation,...
Work continues apace on Amos Lighting’s highly anticipated new Topsham showroom.
The showroom, Amos Lighting & Home, is set to open its doors to the public in mid-November, a busy time for interiors as customers spruce up their homes for the winter season.
Managing Director and Lead Designer, David Amos said: “We’re delighted with the progression of the building, with the mezzanine floor now in place and the staircase due to go in any day.
“Getting the showroom just right so we can display our range of lighting and furniture in their best light has been the...
Exeter headquartered accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards has appointed Julie Rose as branch manager to be based primarily at its Heathfield office, near Newton Abbot.
Chartered tax advisor Julie joins the firm from Farm Accounts where she spent 11 years and managed over 100 clients. In total she has over 17 years’ experience providing practical advice and business support to farms and other rural businesses, including management of accounts, ensuring compliance requirements are met for tax credits, self-assessment, PAYE and VAT. She has also carried out extensive tax planning work...
Following another capacity sell‐out this summer, we are delighted to confirm that Let’s Rock Exeter! will return to the magnificent Powderham Castle on Saturday 1st July 2017.
With a fabulous line‐up of artists to bring you the very best of the 80s, and an action packed day of general 80s madness, there is plenty to do for everyone at this Family Friendly Festival.
The headline act will be announced later this month, but the confirmed line‐up so far includes Tony Hadley, Howard Jones, Belinda Carlisle, Jason Donovan, Chesney Hawkes, Imagination, Big Country, From the Jam,...
A leading South West based authority on taxation has added his voice to the growing call for the Chancellor of the Exchequer to review how fiscal policy is introduced and to stop meddling with the tax system with the impending Autumn Statement providing the ideal opportunity for him to do it.
John Endacott, a Council Member of CIOT (Chartered Institute of Taxation) and Head of Tax at PKF Francis Clark, says the volume of legislation that follows budget statements that are now bi-annual is out of all proportion to the value these changes bring and Chancellor Hammond should seize the...
As a cathedral city, located in Devon, it’s easy to see why people might want to decide to move to Exeter. Considered to be a centre for modern business and trade in the UK, Exeter is a popular area to live for both professionals and students alike, with many flocking to the city to take advantage of some of the great job and study opportunities to be found. Along with that, the location of the city, close by to some stunning countryside and not much difference from the coast, makes the city of Exeter and the surrounding areas a very popular choice of home for families. If you’re...
