Gemma Shepherd at Michelmores Solicitors in Exeter is encouraging people to consider the risks of not having a will in place following new research revealing nearly half of UK adults aged over 30 who don’t have a will say it’s on their to-do list, with 43% saying it’s been on their to-do list for more than 12 months.
The research from The Association of Lifetime Lawyers shows that almost half (49%) of UK adults don’t have a will in place, meaning their wishes might not be carried out when they die.
The new data reveals 1 in 10 UK adults have started making a will but...
As the exhilarating Cheltenham Festival draws near, National Hunt racing enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the pulsating action set to unfold at Prestbury Park.
Among the Festival's illustrious days, St. Patrick's Thursday (Day Three) stands out as a celebration of Irish culture, camaraderie, and, of course, top-class horse racing.
With a stellar lineup of races promising thrills and spills, March 14, 2024, promises to be a day etched in the archives of racing history.
After a fulfilling journey to gain her new qualification, Sally Bennetts is overjoyed to celebrate her recent achievements with her family.
As part of International Women’s Day, which recognises women’s achievements and raises awareness for equality, Sally shares her experience and hopes to inspire others to follow in her footsteps.
Sally Bennetts, Sales Negotiator at LiveWest, said: “It wasn’t easy juggling my work/life responsibilities, but it has made the end result even more rewarding.
“Due to Covid-19, I only had one face-to-face meeting in London with my...
Dozens of wheelchair basketball players are beating a path to an Exeter sports centre to take up a sport which is booming in Devon’s capital city.
And that’s partly thanks to the inspiration of ex-professional player and coach Jack Davey, who’s made Wonford Sports Centre in Exeter his second home.
The enthusiastic 29-year-old has 50 members attending training sessions for Exeter Otters, the UK’s oldest wheelchair basketball club (founded in 1980).
Some may find Jack’s choice of Wonford as a training centre, a strange choice, but according to the coach and...
The Cheltenham Festival's National Hunt Chase is a testament to endurance, expertise, and unyielding resolve — each renewal weaving its unique narrative into the fabric of the iconic Prestbury Park meeting.
The Cheltenham odds are in favour of the Willie Mullins-trained Embassy Gardens this year, as he looks to join a long list of winners who have captivated audiences with stunning displays at Cheltenham Racecourse.
Without further ado, let’s take a deep dive into the last five winners — reliving the drama and memorable performances that will go down in the race’s rich...
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Creative thinkers in and around Exeter are being invited to “put their own stamp on the city’s future history” as part of a What’s in a Name? competition – and be in with a chance of winning a cash prize.
The UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, McCarthy Stone, is challenging locals to come up with a name for its forthcoming Retirement Living development on Topsham Road, which will comprise a stylish collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments exclusively designed for the over 60s.
The winner of the What’s in a Name? competition will receive a...
The art world is on the precipice of a transformation, with the burgeoning influence of artificial intelligence reshaping creativity, expression, and the way we interact with art and artists. As an observer or participant in this rapidly evolving arena, you are at the forefront of a new era where top AI influencers are not just a passing trend but harbingers of a radical shift in cultural production. This exploration will take you through the mesmerizing landscape of AI-driven creativity, the emergence of virtual topaiinfluencers.io on social media, their growing role in marketing, and...
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