Devon NHS issues hay fever advice as hot weather increases pollen impact

Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it's warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.

People in Devon are being advised to treat the symptoms of hay fever at home. General advice is available on the NHS website but if further assistance is required on how to manage hay fever, this is available through local pharmacies.

In line with national guidance , NHS Devon has asked GPs to encourage self-care for hay fever which will allow them to focus on more complex patient issues. GP practices may refer people...

Steve Jacobs joins Benjamin Ball Associates

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/27/2023 - 10:56pm

As Benjamin Ball Associates celebrates another bumper crop of new business wins, Steve Jacobs has joined the team as an experienced communications coach and writer. Steve has more than 25 years’ experience in corporate and financial public relations and will be an asset to the team in providing expert advice to their growing client roster.

Steve’s joining has expanded the services offered to blue chip customers from presentation and pitch coaching and investor pitch coaching to include report writing, speech writing, and investor communications.

Steve Jacobs Background

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Group of people outside an Exeter office

Griffin moves to larger offices after sustained period of growth

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 06/27/2023 - 10:36pm

Independent accountancy firm Griffin Chartered Accountants has moved to new offices in Exeter’s premier office park at Pynes Hill just two miles from the city centre.

The move comes just five years after the company opened its first Exeter office at Exeter Business Park. It reflects significant ongoing growth with sales increasing between 20 and 25 percent per annum and staff numbers swelling to 24 full time employees ranging from senior leaders to AAT apprentices.

With offices on the ground and first floors, plus meeting rooms and a boardroom, Courtenay House effectively...

Survey indicates that local tradespeople are upbeat about state of industry

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/27/2023 - 9:35pm

According to a survey conducted by the Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), which includes RGB Building Supplies, tradespeople across Cornwall and Devon are optimistic about the industry, despite the rise in inflation affecting the price of building materials and the cost of living crisis impacting workload.

The survey of self-employed tradespeople and small to medium-sized companies highlighted that there is plenty of building work taking place, with 83% of respondents confirming they have ‘too much or more than usual’ or ‘a manageable amount’ of work in the pipeline....

The start of the 24th annual Nello bike ride for FORCE Cancer Charity

Fun in the sun at Nello 2023

The 24th annual Nello cycle ride in aid of FORCE Cancer Charity is on course to raise £60,000.

Nearly 900 cyclists took to the roads around Devon to support the Exeter-based charity, which offers free support and advice to local people affected by cancer.

The riders tackled 60 or 100 mile routes in glorious sunshine, starting and finishing at Topsham Rugby Club.

They came from all over the world to take part.

Craig Muldoon travelled 6,000 miles from Thailand to his former home town of Topsham be a part of an event he first rode 20 years ago.

He lost...

Magnificent country residence near estuary village

Robert Williams, the Experts in Property estate agency on Southernhay West in Exeter, is absolutely thrilled to offer to the market a simply stunning six-bedroom family home with a plethora of facilities in almost four acres of Devon countryside, near the village of Bishopsteignton, crowned by The Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK 2023.

Lea House is a truly exceptional property with glorious south-facing views high above the Teign Estuary and the rolling hills of the South Hams. The small parish of Bishopsteignton, with its friendly tight knit community,...

Made Online: A Look at How Gamers Launch Their Careers

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 06/27/2023 - 4:15pm

At the turn of the millennia, the idea of making a living from gaming online was just in its infancy. In places like Exeter, most people were still working in physical positions, whether in an office, in a retail location, or at some other job site. In other words, the idea of a remote or virtual job was almost nonexistent.

Especially a virtual job that involved gaming. The idea of a person making a living from their ability to outperform others in video games simply didn’t exist. However, this has now changed. The modern gaming industry has turned entertainment on its head....

Introducing Arrietty: The brand new coffee shop and retail space from the family behind Harry's Restaurant

Arrietty, a small but perfectly formed coffee and retail space on Longbrook Street is set to open to the public on Tuesday 27th June. It aims to be a one-stop shop for delicious coffee and cookies where customers can also find beautiful flowers and other small gifts. Whilst being a large part of Harry’s Restaurant for over 10 years, Zoe Beardshall is one of the known but never seen, amazing chefs. Working and learning alongside her mother and the owner of Harry’s Restaurant, Samantha Pounds. Zoe will be joined at the helm by General Manager, Robynne Jurgens who began her hospitality...

Music in the Library with the Belshaw Band

Event Date: 
15/07/2023 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Library

Join us for an unforgettable musical experience as the Belshaw Band takes the stage at Exeter Library on Saturday 15th of July. Exeter based composer Simon Belshaw returns to his roots to explore his back catalogue with his seven piece ensemble. A unique blend of trumpet, saxophones, violins, ‘cello and piano; immerse yourself in the rhythmic power of the music which is infused with influences from various musical genres including baroque, rock, pop, minimalism, and jazz.

Belshaw formed the band while studying at Bath Spa University and honed his craft with Gavin Bryars at the...

Cartridges Law in Cowick Street, Exeter

Exeter law firm celebrates after double success

Exeter law firm Cartridges Law is celebrating this week after a double success at the Devon and Somerset Law Society awards.

The awards recognise the achievements of those in the legal profession within the two counties.

Cartridges Law was successful in winning the Sustainability Award. It recognised the efforts of the company’s ‘Green Team’, which includes staff from all departments making steps to reduce the firm’s carbon footprint. Managing partner Nicky Mein says that to be rewarded at the DASLS, is especially important to those in the group.

“At Cartridges Law...

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