Local Devon Businesses have been named as real growth industries as part of the London Stock Exchange group's ‘1000 companies that inspire Britain.’
The companies included Emcas based in Paignton, chartered accountants Francis Clark LLP and Masons Kings an agricultural machinery company with three depots in Devon.
Director of Masons Kings, Roger Prior said: “We are delighted to hear that we have been listed in the Stock Exchange Report ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’.
“It’s a great tribute to our dedicated and skilled staff who work hard to provide our customers...
A ninth body has been recovered from the wreckage of the Clutha pub in Glasgow which was crashed into by a helicopter on Friday night. Police have said that they cannot rule out the possibility of more bodies being found as they continue to clear the scene. Three people on board the helicopter have died and at least six pub patrons have been confirmed as dead. The helicopter’s crew has been named pilot David Traill, 51 and police officers Tony Collins, 43 and Kirsty Nelis, 36. Two men Samuel McGhee, 56 and Gary Arthur, 48 are the first to be named among the pub-goers. The accident happened...
In this video local expert Ann Holman from Our Think Lab discuss whether she thinks social media is good or bad.
Ann then goes on to explain her answer and gives her thoughts on the future of social media
"This is the time to look forward to when we can redirect our efforts away from posting what we had for breakfast or drunken images of last night, to co-creating and collaborating. Using the connections, fans and followers we have accumulated on social media platforms. It's about solving real problems in society and in business. Thats when it gets really special."
The editor of the Express & Echo is leaving to run the newspaper's sister title in Plymouth.
Paul Burton was appointed to the Exeter post in June this year.
He replaces Ian Wood, the former editor of Plymouth's The Herald, who left last week after 20 months in the job.
Paul will take up the new position on Monday December 9.
While in Exeter, Paul has overseen the launch the Express & Echo's new website, a new edition of the paper and a new leisure supplement. Prior to the Express & Echo Paul spent five years at the Western Daily Press, based in...
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter refused to be too downbeat despite seeing his side slip to a 21-16 defeat at Bath in the Aviva Premiership.
Bath fly-half George Ford produced a faultless display with the boot – landing six penalties and a drop-goal – to ensure the home side of the spoils in a pulsating Westcountry derby at The Rec.
Although undone for a sixth time in the top flight by their nearest and dearest, the Chiefs played their part as tries from Damian Welch and Dean Mumm, together with two penalties from Gareth Steenson, ensured they were at least able to head...
A new anti-drink driving campaign for the festive period will see Devon and Cornwall Police team up with a convicted drink driver.
The 33-year-old Plymouth University student lost his licence after being caught beind the wheel while three times over the legal limit.
The student, who wishes not to be named, is now supporting the Force in its annual drink drive campaign which runs throughout December.
The student said: “Drink driving had a catastrophic impact on every part of my life – my university placement, my finances, my relationships and my independence....
In the words of the UK’s leading wine magazine Decanter “The message for wine drinkers is simple. If you have the money to buy Champagne but choose to spend it on English sparkling wine instead you can be confident of getting something at least as good if not better. And you will have the added satisfaction of knowing that you are supporting local grape growers and the local economy."
Don’t believe Decanter? Well how about France’s leading wine magazine La Revue du Vin. It found Yearlstone Vineyard’s Vintage Brut 2006 the 4th best fizz in England...
Exeter-based PR Consultant Glen King, with clients across the South West, celebrated her TV debut on popular Channel 4 programme, ‘Come Dine with Me’ by hosting a special event to raise awareness for Exeter Foodbank.
Glen organised an evening for close friends and family at the luxurious kitchen showroom Sapphire Living Space located at Topsham which was sponsored by V-Zug. Guests were welcomed with wine and canapés and asked to donate tins and packets of food for the local worthy cause.
A charity raffle with prizes donated by local independent companies was drawn by BBC...
At Exeter Leukaemia Fund, we know that the cost of Christmas can be expensive particularly those receiving medical treatment and are unable to work.
We are always looking to help and support patients and loved ones who suffer from leukaemia and other blood conditions, particularly during the festive period.
All haematology patients along with their loved ones who have appointments or treatments at the Haematology Centre, RD&E Hospital in December will be offered a hot drink and a mince pie from Cafe ELF which is situated in the reception area of the Haematology Centre...
Leading South West law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, solicitors acting for Wolf Minerals on the Hemerdon tungsten and tin mining project near Plymouth, has agreed terms on the Company’s behalf for the last remaining residential property purchase required under planning permissions granted to Wolf.
Sally Norcross Webb, client partner for Wolf Minerals, said: “We are delighted to have helped Wolf Minerals achieve this important milestone, which enables it to proceed to the development and production phases of the mine. This is the third largest global tungsten deposit, containing...
