Exeter law firm Browne Jacobson’s client service has been rated ‘exceptional’ by a leading independent body after it became the first UK law firm to undergo an assessment by Investor in Customers (IIC) and be awarded top marks for client service by the leading independent body.
Browne Jacobson was awarded IIC’s ‘exceptional’ three-star rating - a mark attained by only 16% of companies undergoing a first-time assessment – following a series of in-depth surveys with the firm’s client base as well as senior management and team members.
Have a perfect Devon day with craft experts, Bodkin and Sidmouth Poppy who are teaming up as part of Bodkin's 'Workshops By the Sea' series.
The summer workshop is on Saturday 14 June and will be Lavender-themed.
Guests will be greeted with a plate of lavender biscuits and an introduction session. This will be followed by 3 craft sessions and lunch made from locally sourced goods.
The afternoon will then wrap up with a lavender infused cake and tea on vintage china and everyone will have a chance to admire each others handicrafts before leaving with a lavender goody...
Work is set to begin this month on a £650,000 investment boost to the local economy by a leading South West business.
Newton Abbot Volkswagen, part of the Murray Group which also has a Volkswagen site in Plymouth, is to undergo a major facelift to provide a state of the art digital showroom.
But the dealership on The Avenue, Newton Abbot, is keen to assure customers that it is business as usual while the programme of works is underway.
Kevin Murray, brand manager at Newton Abbot and Managing Director of family run motors business the Murray Group said: “This is a...
A local opticians in Exeter is lending its support to both National Glaucoma Awareness week (9 - 15 June) and Diabetes Week (8 - 14 June) by encouraging residents to become more aware of their eye health by bringing these leading causes of preventable blindness into focus.
Throughout the week, Specsavers, located at 247 High Street, will be offering free eyecare advice and raising awareness of the importance of regular examinations in detecting non-eye related conditions such as diabetes.
Jonathan Baumber, store director at Specsavers Exeter, says: "Diabetes is the leading...
Exeter Northcott Theatre has announced George’s Marvellous Medicine as its Christmas show for 2014.
This acclaimed adaptation of Roald Dahl by Birmingham Stage Company shows a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George's adventure has just begun.
Full of fizztickling fun and wizzpopping magic, George’s Marvellous Medicine is set to delight children and adults alike this Christmas with this marvellous dose of...
The Curiosity Fair at Tudors is an all-new event over three floors of a beautiful Tudor style building in Fore Street, St Marychurch on Saturday 28th June.
It will be a feast of curious objects that will ignite your imagination and tease your senses. The day starts at 10am until 4pm, will include antiques, arts, crafts, entertainment, food and drink and is FREE entry.
Please bring your own curiosity! Curiosity killed the cat, but knowing bought him back. Do you have an antique or a family heirloom that you would like an expert to view? Slake your curiosity and get some...
Flybe has returned to profits after a major shake up of the Exeter-based business.
The airline reported pre-tax profits of £8.1m in the year to the end of March, up from a £41.1m pre-tax loss in the previous year. Total revunue rose 11pc to £868.4m.
Saad Hammad, the chief executive officer, who was brought in to turn the business around after a number of profit warnings said: "2013/14 marks the rebirth of Flybe ... The return to profitability is a great step forwards.
"We have made a good start to FY15, in line with our expectations... We are moving to build on our...
Councils across the South West are to receive a share of over £4.3 million in new funding to help prepare for the biggest transformation of Special Educational Needs and disabilities support in over thirty years. The new money will support councils in giving young people and parents greater say over their personalised care and assistance. It will also put in place a new birth-to-25 system for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and disabilities.
Devon will receive £565,908, Plymouth £211,000 and Torbay £129,969.
Since its founding in 2010, the award winning South West Athletics Academy has been building up a portfolio of successful annual sporting events and activities. These are well supported by Westcountry athletes and grow year upon year.
With several major regional sporting events now planned over the coming months, Director of Coaching Sonya Ellis is seeking sponsor partnerships to improve the experience still further for volunteers, officials and athletes.
“Organising such large events is a great challenge. We want to make sure that athletes, officials and volunteers are...
Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident in Exeter city centre on Tuesday 20 May.
A black Vauxhall Vectra failed to stop for police and was driven dangerously through the city centre at 11.30am.
The car was driven along the pavement on Western Way, nearly knocking over pedestrians, and damaged a number of other vehicles before the three occupants got out of the car in Magdalen Road.
Three men, aged 27, 36 and 39, from Exeter, were arrested nearby.
The 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified and released on...
