A major event organised by 307 Squadron Project will be taking place at Exeter’s Guildhall between 13-15 November 2023, to remember the Polish 307 Squadron. This night-fighter squadron was part of the RAF, who defended the South West of England during WW2. It prevented Exeter from being totally destroyed during the blitz on the city in 1942. The event includes:
- The story of the Polish 307 Squadron. - The History of RAF Exeter where 307 Squadron were based from 1941-1943. This free event in both English and Polish, will take place at the Exeter Guildhall, from: Monday 13th...
The Heart of the South West LEP hosted their Annual General Meeting (AGM) via online webinar on Friday 13 October.
The event included a summary of the LEP’s activities and achievements over the past year; including unlocking opportunities in key sectors, as well as recent Government announcements and the future of the LEP.
16 Local Growth Fund and Getting Building Fund projects have been completed over the last financial year. Projects such as Marsh Barton Railway Station, InterCity Place in Plymouth and the Somerset Digital Innovation Centre have all reached completion,...
In the fast-paced world of eCommerce, providing exceptional customer support is crucial to retaining customers and driving sales. Live chat has emerged as a popular communication channel for eCommerce businesses, offering both benefits and disadvantages. In this blog post, we will explore the advantages and potential drawbacks of using live chat for customer support in the eCommerce industry.
Benefits of Live Chat in eCommerce Customer Support Real-time Assistance
One of the primary advantages of live chat is that it happens in real time. Customers can quickly connect with...
In-play betting, also known as live betting, differs from traditional betting in that allows you to place wagers on sports events as they happen. In this guide, we'll explore how in-play betting works, the most popular live betting options, and some strategies and tips for success.
Understanding In-Play Betting in the UK
In-Play betting allows UK bettors to make bets while a game or match is in progress. It's like making decisions on the fly as you watch the action unfold. To get started with in-play betting in the UK , follow these steps:
People in Exeter are being urged to keep an eye out for instances of fly-tipping after three litter bins in the city were used to dump builder’s waste in, including what looks like used asbestos material.
The City Council said three litter bins in Burnthouse Lane had been sealed off, whilst a specialist asbestos removal company took the contents away.
The disposal costs are likely to be around £450.
A spokesman for the Council’s Public and Green Space team, said: “We have a persistent fly-tipper that is fly-tipping builders waste in the bins on a weekly basis,...
The University of Exeter is part of a national project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, which aims to restore and conserve our natural heritage through regenerative farming
A partnership led by the Bat Conservation Trust has received a grant of £727,000 for the development phase of the Connecting People and Landscapes in a Changing Climate project
Made possible by National Lottery players, the project aims to connect communities, farmers and wildlife. The focus will be on wildlife conservation and habitat restoration on agricultural land, including ecosystem...
Devon & Cornwall Police have been taking part in phase six of the South West's regional Operation Scorpion, after five successful phases.
Operation Scorpion six coincided with the national County Lines Intensification Week, which ran from 9 to 15 October 2023, during which forces have clamped down on county lines activity in communities through various operational activities such as warrant executions, inputs into schools, and safeguarding vulnerable people.
A collaboration between the South West's five police forces (Devon & Cornwall, Dorset, Avon & Somerset...
Green spaces are essential for health and well-being. That’s a problem for those living in urban areas. Not having access to green places can be detrimental to both physical and mental health, and some studies show that living in dense urban areas was more likely to increase the likelihood of anxiety or depressive symptoms compared to those living in regions where they’re surrounded by greenery.
As a result, many people have acknowledged the importance of reintroducing green spaces in cities. With the pandemic and the threat of extreme weather events, this strategy has received...
Financial experts Old Mill have appointed Financial Planner and digital advice specialist Hugh Johnson to the Wealth Management team.
Hugh, who is originally from Canterbry in Kent, began his career in financial services in 2008, working as a foreign exchange broker in the City of London before finding his vocation in financial advice where he felt he could add more value to his clients.
After a few years as a trainee adviser in London, Hugh - a keen surfer and lover of the outdoors - decided he wanted to move out of the city. He took a role at Bristol-based Jelf where...
Christmas has officially arrived at Devon Air Ambulances’ (DAA) Heavitree shop today with the team working hard to showcase their stock of over 300 preloved Christmas jumpers and other festive bric-a-brac.
On the shops' Facebook page , the team, managed by Paul, have been building the excitement for the launch of Christmas stock by posting a series of videos counting down to Monday 16th October. The shop has an unbeatable range of Christmas stock including jumpers, dresses, and T-shirts, in both adult and kids' sizes.
Heavitree Shop Manager, Paul Sewter said: “In recent...
