How to Protect Your Small Business from Ransomware Attacks

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 11:23pm

Small businesses are the backbone of the global economy, but they are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals who seek to exploit their vulnerabilities and steal valuable data.

One of the most insidious forms of cyberattack is ransomware, which involves encrypting a company's data and demanding payment in exchange for the decryption key. Ransomware attacks can be devastating for small businesses, but there are steps that you can take to protect your company from these threats.

In this article, we've teamed with cyber security experts Littlefish to explore some of the...

The garden is most popular renovation space for South West homeowners

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 11:04pm

Following a survey indicating that an increased number of people chose to carry out renovations in their homes in 2022, with outdoor areas being the most popular for spend in the South West, RGB Building Supplies is giving advice on budget-friendly improvements people can make in their gardens this spring.

The research, carried out by consumer spending experts at money.co.uk for its annual Renovation Nation Report1, found that from the 2,000 people surveyed, just over 88% indicated they had spent money on home renovations within the previous 12 months. This is an increase of 14%...

Barratt awarded 5 stars by its customers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 10:52pm

Housebuilder with developments across the Devon and Cornwall have been awarded 5 stars for customer satisfaction for record 14 years in a row.

More than 90% of customers would recommend Barratt to a friend.

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments has received the maximum 5 star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.

This is the fourteenth year in a row that Barratt, which has a number of developments across the South West, has achieved the top 5 star rating – no other housebuilder comes close to matching...

Top Golf Courses and Resorts in the Exeter Region

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 10:48pm

Exeter, the city in Devon, is a wonderful destination if you find yourself in the South West of England.

The city of Exeter has a rich history, resulting in some beautiful architectural districts that attract students and tourists. While you're there, check out the restaurants, cafes, and gardens.

Don't worry if sightseeing isn't your cup of tea, though. Another fun event is planned; GolfHolidaysDirect got you covered!

Exeter's Top-tier Golfing Courses

If you find yourself in the mood for a quick round of golf while in Exeter, you may head to one of these nearby...

Devon-based David & Charles bring home industry award again for 2023

David & Charles, the independent publishing house, started in Newton Abbot in 1960 now based in Exeter, have returned once more with ‘Specialist Consumer Publisher of the Year’.

The Independent Publishers Guild awards were held on March 22nd at London’s OXO Tower and brings publishers from across the country together to celebrate their success throughout the industry. Publishing houses including Bloomsbury, Canongate, and Nosy Crow were in attendance, alongside industry names and sponsors like Gardners, The Bookseller and ReadMedia.

David & Charles, who...

Bloor Homes recognised as a five-star housebuilder for customer satisfaction for the fifth year in a row

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 9:01pm

National housebuilder Bloor Homes has received the coveted five-star rating from the National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey from the Home Builder Federation (HBF).

The five-star rating – the maximum a housebuilder can receive – is awarded when over 90 per cent of homeowners say they would recommend their new home to a friend.

Bloor Homes has now received the five-star rating for the fifth year in a row – marking the housebuilder as among the top and most respected housebuilders in the country.

The high ranking is testament to the hard work and...

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The Costs of Buying a Home in the UK and How to Budget for Them

Authored by Alex Thomas
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 3:36pm

Buying a home can be a complex process, especially when it comes to finances. Aside from the cost of the property itself, there are a variety of other expenses that can add up quickly. In this article, we will discuss the costs of buying a home in the UK and how to budget for them.

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax that is paid by anyone who purchases a property in the UK. It is one of the largest additional expenses that first-time buyers need to budget for when purchasing a home. The amount of SDLT that needs to be paid is based on the purchase...

Hundreds of prizes up for grabs in Hobbycraft's Easter egg hunt 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 1:55pm

Hobbycraft will be hosting a nationwide Easter egg hunt between Monday 3rdApril and Friday 7th April, offering customers the chance to win hundreds of egg-citing prizes including up to £250 to spend in-store and online.

Throughout the week, Hobbycraft will be hiding a bespoke Easter egg in EVERY one of its UK stores for customers to try and find, including its store located in Exeter. The hunt will be hosted on the retailer’s TikTok channel @hobbycrafthq , which will be sharing daily clues on where the egg has been concealed in-store, alongside a list of which stores have a...

Exeter Medical students to experience placements around the world thanks to £10,000 donation

A £10,000 donation from a healthcare charity will enable University of Exeter Medical School Students to take up clinical placements in hospitals and laboratories around the globe, to help shape their education.

The Hospital Saturday Fund has given fifteen final year Exeter medical students the opportunity to undertake training abroad through a bursary. The final year students will take off for countries in South America, Southeast Asia, Australia and more. Once there, the students will undertake a clinical placement, which diversifies their experience of how different health...

Outsiders to consider at the 2023 Masters

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2023 - 1:10pm

When circling prominent professional events on the sporting calendar every year, the Masters is one of the very first fans choose to highlight. Whether it be the notoriously challenging Augusta course, the Green Jacket, or the monumental Tiger Woods performances – there is an unparalleled level of prestige that the Masters holds when compared to other golf tournaments.

2023 will be no exception, and with all the turmoil surrounding professional golf as a result of the newly established LIV Golf league – this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of most intriguing in quite some...

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