Victims of flooding frustrated by Government support

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/29/2016 - 8:34am

Victims need clearer information on what they can expect in the aftermath of major flooding from the government and other authorities, new University of Exeter research shows.

In a new report, published this week, academics show the importance of action by politicians and officials for people’s recovery from the damaging effects of flooding.

They show how communications after major flooding in 2013/14 contributed to increasing conflict between flood-affected publics and authorities, making it more challenging for these groups to work together to combat future flood risk and...

Exciting times ahead for expanding digital marketing agency

A growing digital marketing agency has announced further plans for expansion and welcomed another member of staff to its team.

MiHi Digital, which was founded in Exeter, provides assistance in all aspects of online marketing to businesses across Devon, Cornwall and beyond.

Since the company was set up by Mark Worden almost three years ago it has seen significant growth in its client-base, with a 60% increase in the past 12 months alone. As a result, the company has offered a full time position to its first apprentice and welcomed another member to its team in the last few...

New proposal for temporary bus station solution announced

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 06/28/2016 - 11:16pm

Exeter City Council is consulting on more temporary solutions for buses in the city centre for when the new bus station is built.

The Triangle Car Park has been considered as a temporary solution for an 18 month period. However the City Council said today that, after consultation, feedback and further consideration, it is looking at the option of putting temporary bus stands in Sidwell Street.

Cllr Phil Bialyk, Lead Councillor for Sport and Health & Wellbeing, said: “We have listened to residents and businesses near the Triangle Car Park and there are clearly a number...

RSPB - Brilliant bats, marvellous moths and ghostly goatsuckers

Event Date: 
29/07/2016 - 8:30pm to 10:30pm
Venue: 
RSPB Aylesbeare Common, Exmouth Road, Aylesbeare, Devon, EX5 2JS

Friday 29 July 8.30 pm till late Price: Adult £5, child £3 (payable on at the start of the event)

Booking essential

Celebrate the final night of Heath Week and venture out into the dusk to track down the night time creatures living on the reserve including moths, nightjar, bats and more.

Booking essential.

Click here to book.

East Devon Heath Week is a week of heathland celebration organised in association with East Devon AONB, RSPB, Clinton Devon Estates, Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust, Devon Wildlife Trust and East Devon District Council...

Harry Hook- About Africa

Event Date: 
16/11/2016 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Corn Exchange

Film Director and Photographer Harry Hook spent his childhood in Kenya and has been filming beautiful images of the African Continent and its people for over forty years.

His photographs are regularly published by newspapers and magazines and his films shown on TV and in cinemas around the world.

Join Harry for an unforgettable evening of extraordinary stories, and unique film footage as he tells the epic story of Africa’s people and their inspiring journey from the land to the city.

In his talk he covers a vast span of places and people and shines fresh light on...

Sensory walk and activity day in Exeter

Sense, the national deafblind charity, hosted a 4 km sensory walk and activity day in Exeter on Friday 24 June to celebrate Deafblind Awareness Week. The day, which included arts and crafts displays and tasters in signing and braille, built on the success of last year’s event which was organised by Roger Mulholland, a local deafblind man who has sadly since passed away. The 4 km sensory walk named “Roger’s Walk” in Roger Mulholland’s memory was led by a group of individuals who benefit from the services Sense provides. In attendance was Local M.P. Ben Bradshaw and Deputy Lord Mayor, Cllr...

Effective Marketing

Event Date: 
14/09/2016 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Devon Communities Together, Unit 3 - 4 Cranmere Court Lustleigh Close Exeter EX2 8PW

This course will help you understand why marketing is so important for your success, exploring traditional and digital methods.

Aims

This course will explore what marketing means to you and what it looks like in your everyday business life. We will share tools and tricks of the trade that will help you improve systems and efficiency and elevate your business to the next level.

Objectives

By the end of this session participants should be able to:

  • Understand what marketing means to you?
  • Plan your marketing using traditional and digital tools
  • ...

World experts gather to discuss challenges of warfare

Representatives from the armed forces of several nations, NATO and the International Committee of the Red Cross joined academics at the University of Exeter to debate some of the most pressing legal challenges facing military operations.

Participants discussed a wide spectrum of legal questions arising during military deployments, such as the impact of human rights litigation, the emergence of hybrid threats and the legal framework of information operations.

The conference, The International Law of Military Operations: Mapping the Field was held this week. The event offered...

Parade in Exeter to mark Armed Forces Day

As in previous years, Exeter City Council will be marking Armed Forces Day on Saturday 2 July with a parade through the High Street.

This year the 6 Rifles will be exercising their Freedom of the City. The parade will step off at 12.30pm from St James Park and march through the city, with the salute being taken at the Guildhall. The Parade will finish off at the Cathedral Green, where an inspection will take place by the Lord Mayor of Exeter, Cllr Cynthia Thompson, the Lieutenant of Devon, David Fursdon, and the Assistant Chief of the General Staff, British Army, General Nicholas...

ELF's 007 Ball

Authored by elfcharity
Posted: Tue, 06/28/2016 - 2:41pm

Join us for the ELF 007 Ball on September 23rd 2016.

Held at Exeter Castle, the event promises to be an evening of glamour and fun.

Enjoy a three course dinner, dancing and casino as well as a chance to win prizes such as a suite at the 02 arena for a concert and a chance to go wingwalking!

For tickets email alison@elfcharity.org.uk

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