Which races are the most significant at Royal Ascot?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sun, 06/01/2025 - 6:30am

Royal Ascot stands as the definitive showcase of European flat racing excellence, combining centuries of tradition with elite competition across its historic five-day program.

While the pageantry and social spectacle captivate broader attention, it's the championship races that define the meeting's sporting significance – always proving hard to call in the racing tips .

The meeting's Group One portfolio offers a comprehensive examination across distance categories, with each contest presenting unique tactical challenges and performance requirements.

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March for Children: Families oppose the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Families unite to oppose the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Standing up for our children: Families march against dangerous education bill #MarchForChildren

On Sunday 18th May, the March for Children brought together families, educators, campaigners, and allies from all walks of life in a powerful show of unity. Starting in Whitehall and moving through Trafalgar Square and along the Embankment, the march ended in Parliament Square with heartfelt speeches and a shared commitment to protecting children's rights. The crowd was diverse—home educating parents, children, SEND advocates, faith leaders, and children's rights campaigners—all standing...

Big Screen in the City returns

Princesshay, in partnership with Exeter Phoenix will host Big Screen in the City, an iconic outdoor cinema event for Exeter. Returning for its 22nd year, the five-day experience will take place in a new location on Princesshay Square.

Exeter Phoenix is known for delivering “One of the best outdoor cinemas” * and this year will be no exception with ten films from Exeter Phoenix’s Studio 74 including blockbuster hits, cult classics, family favourites and musical adventures.

Princesshay’s main square will be transformed to offer an immersive outdoor film experience for...

rending news vaping regulations

The War on Smoking in the UK: Are We Too Lenient on the New Villain?

The UK has long been at the forefront of tobacco control, implementing some of the world’s strictest anti-smoking measures. However, as smoking rates have declined, vaping has surged - particularly among the young.

Recent legislation reflects growing concern about both tobacco and vaping, but the rapid rise of vaping among youth, coupled with emerging evidence of its health risks, raises questions about the consistency and effectiveness of current policies.

Current Laws on Smoking and Tobacco

The UK government has made significant strides in reducing smoking rates...

Free legal advice in Exeter for those in need available in June

Free legal advice from the University of Exeter’s award-winning Community Law Clinic will be available during a special event in the city this June.

The cost-of-living crisis and reforms to legal aid makes it harder for people to find pro-bono help. This is especially true for those in rural and seaside areas.

The clinic already helps people with issues ranging from housing, employment and immigration. Students and lecturers are now hosting a drop-in “Law in the City”event in Exeter city centre.

The support is designed for those facing law challenges who are not...

Family law solicitors reunited after 28 years

Solicitor returns to firm that launched her legal career

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Sat, 05/31/2025 - 9:26am

Experienced family law Solicitor Bridget Garrood has returned to The Family Law Company in Exeter - where she started her career over three decades ago.

Bridget first came across the company when looking for work experience with a local law firm. Norman Hartnell had just set up his own company, and when she got in contact, he was keen to take her on; not long after, he invited her to be his first articled clerk.

She remained with Norman for more than five years, before going on to work at other local firms, including as a Partner for 20 years.

On her return after 28...

Exeter based charities and community projects invited to apply for £100,000 funding

Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has announced that its Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF), to support community initiatives across the CrossCountry network, is now open for applications.

The refreshed grant scheme will open at intervals throughout the year – with the summer application period closing on Friday 6 June.

A total of £100,000 has been made available throughout the year for community projects that deliver tangible social and environmental benefits across the UK, including Exeter

Candice Dos Santos Hodgson, Project Manager at...

The Strangest Footballer Hobbies Of All Time

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 05/29/2025 - 4:40pm

It’s not uncommon for footballers to have hobbies throughout their football careers as a way to take their minds off the game, or even as a project to continue post-retirement to maintain an income. There are many different avenues that players have ventured down, such as Teddy Sheringham and his attempt at a professional poker career, and with online casinos providing games like live casino blackjack , poker, and baccarat, these types of careers may become more common. But there are plenty of stranger hobbies players have had, so let's take a look at some of the strangest footballer...

Scrivens Hearing Care expands into Exeter with acquisition of former CHIME facility

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/29/2025 - 9:43am

Scrivens Hearing Care, a leader in community-based audiology services with over 70 years of experience, today announced the acquisition of a new hearing care centre in Exeter city centre. The facility, formerly occupied by CHIME, will serve as a central hub for Scrivens’ NHS and private patients in Devon.

Located on Queen Street, the new centre will strengthen Scrivens’ presence in the South West, with additional satellite clinics supporting communities across Devon and the surrounding areas.

“We are delighted to announce this strategic acquisition as part of our drive...

Stagecoach SW launches nine new Night Bus Services across Devon

Stagecoach South West is delighted to announce that it will launch nine new Nightbus services across Exeter, Torbay, Plymouth and North Devon starting 31st May 2025 thanks to support from Devon and Cornwall Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner along with a number of other stakeholders.

The introduction of these services follows successful trials in North Devon and Torquay which saw a number of new passengers use the service.

The services will operate on Saturday evenings from midnight until as late as 4am, offering customers a safe and affordable...

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