In 2010, vaping was a new technology, but by 2017, it had become a global phenomenon. While adoption was first modest, vaping is now recognised as a potentially essential method for supporting adult smokers in exploring nicotine alternatives.
While smoking cessation is a major reason people opt to use a vaping device, many others are just seeking a nicotine alternative to cigarettes. Public Health England has declared that vaping is 95% less dangerous than smoking , making it an especially suitable option.
Whatever the cause, people have gravitated to vaping in droves...
The up-and-coming digital marketing agency is on a mission to create equal job opportunities in the digital marketing sector
Get Found is a Black-owned digital marketing agency that works closely with the community to create equal job opportunities through comprehensive, well-designed training programmes.
Founded in 2019 by Alex Davis, a seasoned SEO and digital marketing expert, Get Found has quickly become a trusted partner to help numerous local businesses grow and expand.
“Get Found has always been about transparency, customer service and giving back to the community...
Living Options Devon Chief Executive Officer Diana Crump will be retiring from the Charity at the end of April.
Andrew Barge, Chair of Trustees said: ”Diana’s skill and commitment to Living Options over the past 17 years have been critical in creating the effective and sustainable organisation that exists today”.
The Charity’s current Deputy CEO, Stephanie Lewis has been appointed to take over as CEO from May 2023.
Diana, 60 has overseen significant increases in the charity’s profile and reach over the past seventeen years. Last year Living Options Devon...
A programme in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset to help people withdisabilities and other disadvantages to move closer to employment is being celebrated locally.
Positive People was set up to help people who may have been away from the jobs market for some time, supporting them to transition back into employment. One of those people was Torbay-based Nicola, who says she has been able to turn her life around, through the programme, which is delivered by Pluss, a Community Interest Company.
“When I came to Pluss Positive People I was feeling suicidal. I was feeling worthless....
A rare wooden boat being restored in a Devon village is celebrating its 108th birthday with an open day on 10 April.
The 58ft Britannia is being rebuilt by Sam and Vicki Samuels and a team of volunteers, 20 miles from the sea in the village of Winkleigh. A key part of the project is to train disadvantaged young people in the art of boatbuilding.
Sebastian Dixon, age 19, was unemployed before he joined the team two years ago. Despite having to commute 3 hours a day to get to Winkleigh, he hasn’t missed a day’s work since then and was recently awarded a £500 grant to buy...
A major project to refurbish a 160-year-old landmark Exeter church is set to begin in April.
The £1.2 million project to renovate the St Luke’s Chapel in Exeter is due to take around six months to complete.
The St Luke’s Chapel is on the Heavitree Road end of the University of Exeter’s St Luke’s Campus. Built in 1863 as part of the St Luke’s Church of England Teacher Training College, the Chapel suffered a direct hit from a bomb in 1942 and was rebuilt and rededicated in 1952. The Chapel offices are currently the home of the Chaplaincy on the St Luke’s Campus, offering...
On Saturday 15th April, 11am – 4pm, Princesshay Square will be transformed into a vibrant pop-up Family Fun Day with a range of free activities to keep visitors of all ages entertained during the Easter holidays.
Visitors to the event will be able to enjoy live music, a round of crazy golf, giant Jenga, balloon modelling, or get creative with giant colouring wall and free children’s Macramé crafting sessions, plus take part in the Golden Ticket Spring trail to be in with a chance of winning a Devon’s Top Attractions Golden Ticket, worth over £1500!
The south Devon branch of the renowned charity YMCA, the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, has received a £1,500 boost from a local housebuilder.
YMCA South Devon runs various projects for young people, this can include providing temporary safe community accommodation for them if they find themselves homeless (Nightstop), Social & Emotional support for young people struggling to cope in mainstream school (Fit for Life), or ante-natal support for young parents (Bumps to Babies). The charity supports young people in communities across Torbay and the South Hams....
One of the UK’s top swing orchestras is embarking on a UK tour this spring.
The critically acclaimed 30-piece Down for the Count Orchestra, conducted by Mike Paul-Smith, has recently been making waves on the UK jazz scene with their warm, engaging and energetic performances.
One of the few UK swing ensembles to perform with a string section, Down for the Count’s show features recreations of Capitol Studios recordings from Frank Sinatra, Nat ‘King’ Cole and Ella Fitzgerald, alongside rarely heard British dance band music written by the grandfather of orchestra member Rose...
The United Kingdom's gambling industry is one of the most thriving and complex in the world. The industry has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century, and it has evolved significantly over the years, generating billions of pounds in revenue every year.
In this post, we will explore some of the most fascinating facts and figures about the UK gambling industry, including its history, types of gambling, laws and regulations, challenges, and future.
Overview of the UK gambling industry
The UK gambling industry is a diverse and multifaceted entity that comprises...
