As latest figures reveal that 26 people in Exeter died from the asbestos-related lung cancer mesothelioma between 2010 and 2014, campaigners urge for more help for sick and dying workers. Exeter has the 66th highest mortality rate in England and Wales for the disease at 5.5 deaths per 100,000 people. The average rate for England and Wales is 4.4 deaths per 100,000 people. “Mesothelioma is a legacy of Britain’s industrial heritage,” said Jonathan Wheeler, president of not-for-profit group the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) which campaigns for the rights of exposed workers and...
We are very fortunate to live just outside Exeter, a city which now boasts a vast array of assorted eateries, bars and restaurants and we endeavour to dine out with our two boys at least once a month and have done this since the boys were small as I did with my parents introducing them to new flavours and learning to behave impeccably when dining out amongst the ‘grown-ups’. We have a favourite selection of restaurants we tend to frequent and were excited about the prospect of trying somewhere new.
The boys were particularly keen when I said that they would have to review their...
It may seem more like November than August at the moment but the Heart of Devon tourism partnership have a ‘whatever the weather’ philosophy and know that it’s always sensible to have a plan b - come rain or shine!
We do appreciate that getting soaked to the skin may not be everyone’s cup of (cream) tea so this page showcases the excellent and quirky indoor things to do and wet weather attractions and activities in the Heart of Devon.
Details of the Fanzone that will be set up in Exeter’s Northernhay gardens during the Rugby World Cup have been revealed.
City council officials have told the Exeter Daily that it will be open for 13 dates opening as early as 10am for some games and closing as late as 11.30pm for others.
Alcohol will be sold from 11am to 11pm (10.30pm on Sundays) .
The dates are as follows:
Friday 18th September 1700 – 2300 Saturday 26th September 1200 – 2330 Tuesday 29th September 1100 - 2330
Saturday 3rd October 1200 – 2330 Wednesday 7th October 1530 – 2300...
Wheelers Chartered Accountants are hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 25 September 10 am to 1 pm at their offices:
6 Providence Court Pynes Hill Exeter EX2 5JL
There will be plenty on yummy cakes to buy in aid of Macmillan.
We hope to see you for a cuppa and a cake!
What is the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning?
The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning is Macmillan’s biggest fundraising event for people facing cancer. We ask people all over the UK to host their own Coffee Mornings and donations on the day are made to Macmillan. Last year alone we...
Plug Your Profit Leaks and Make Your Marketing Pay | A Seminar with Bryony Thomas
Every small business owner wants to stop leaking profit.
The marketing function is absolutely vital to the success of any business, but it’s a subject that many entrepreneurs find difficult. Most have no marketing plan and wouldn’t know where to start. Now local business owners have the opportunity to attend and benefit from a workshop presented by Bryony Thomas, award-winning marketing consultant and best-selling author of Watertight Marketing.
BBC Radio Devon breakfast show presenter Simon Bates had some unexpected guests drop in (literally) yesterday.
The broadcaster, who lives near Tiverton, told his listeners he was "preparing for a bath and in his Marks & Spencer dressing gown" when there was a knock on the door.
He was surprised to see a stranger - and a hot air balloon, in his "back yard".
The drama was soon over however.
Former Radio 1 DJ Mr Bates said the balloon was packed away and removed within 20 minutes and he was offered a bottle of whisky as a thank you.
The AA today warned that driving in wet conditions can be hazardous and even those with local knowledge can be caught out during heavy downpours.
Standing water creates a potential aquaplaning hazard as well as reducing visibility.
Take it easy through standing water and if the steering does become unresponsive due to the rain, ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually.
Only attempt to drive through flood water if you know it's not too deep and maintain a steady, slow speed to avoid creating a bow wave. The air intake on many cars is low down at the front and...
Children and young people who have received treatment at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital have given the Trust top marks for communication in the first Care Quality Commission (CQC) Children and young people’s survey 2014.
The survey shows that children who underwent inpatient or daycase treatment in the hospital’s dedicated children’s ward, Bramble, felt that they were listened to by staff and that procedures and outcomes of treatment were explained in a way that they could understand.
This is the first national children’s survey conducted by CQC. It represents the...
