As the summer holidays end, a new survey has revealed gaps in childcare for parents of disabled children – impacting work for 90 per cent of parents.
Working Families survey of parents of disabled children this summer reveals the high costs and difficulties in finding suitable childcare which have a serious knock-on effect on parents’ work. Ninety per cent of parents responding said that they had to change their hours, take unpaid leave, request flexible working or make other changes to meet the need for care for their disabled child – four per cent of parents reported that they...
Exeter City were put out of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy by Wycombe Wanderers, who came out 2-0 winners at St James Park.
The breakthrough for Wycombe came on the half-hour mark as Matt McClure was man released on a swift counter-attack and he slotted home with aplomb.
The game was sealed in the final ten minutes when Anthony Stewart arrived at the back post to head in a cross from his defensive partner Sam Wood.
Under-18 prodigy Matt Jay had been handed squad number 27 for the tie, for his first involvement in the senior competitive setup. Meanwhile captain Danny...
Choccie Bar is on fire this week as it receives a bronze award for its new Chilli Chocolate Box set from the Taste of the West Awards 2013. The creation of a gourmet chilli chocolate line took its original inspiration from the Chillees of Taunton, which creates stunning chilli jams and sauces.
Choccie Bar first created the Strawberry Chilli choc which takes some key ingredients from the Chillees’ Bengal Naga Strawberry Jam with a little added choccie magic. Encouraged by the feedback and comments from testers, two new flavours followed quickly to complete the set; the Chilli Ginger...
I do not enjoy exercise classes!! As a doctor I am well aware that I ought to exercise more and spend far too much time in front of a computer or TV.
I even belong to a large and famous gym which offers many kinds of classes. On the rare occasions that I have made myself try one of the classes I am bored after five minutes and find myself looking at the clock and waiting for it to finish. I can’t bear the dreadful ear bashing music and the routines are too complicated.
Everyone else seems to be able to remember the steps and look good in their Lycra designer gym clothes. I...
A new kind of exercise dance class for those who don't like exercise or dance classes! Easy, dance-based routines to golden oldie songs. Emphasis on having FUN.
Classes to be held Monday mornings, meeting for coffee afterwards at the Exeter Picture House.
Come and enjoy a fantastic day out at the South West's biggest and best Wedding Show.
Packed to the brim with over 140 stands, The Wedding Show will give you the opportunity to discuss your individual requirements with experts in the business.
Make sure that you come along to experience this annual wedding extravaganza. It's a must visit for anyone planning that special day.
Highlights of The Wedding Show:
Magical, inspirational, choreographed catwalk stage shows each day
Visit two shows for the price of one: The Caravan and Motorhome Show and The Static Caravan Show.
Why travel all across the country when you have a massive show on your doorstep?
See all the latest designs and types of caravans and motorhomes and talk to your local dealers. You will see masses of accessories together with all that is new in gadgets and gizmos. If new is not for you, come and see loads of pre-loved caravans and motorhomes.
All that is new and exciting in Static Caravans and Holiday Homes.
Find that perfect holiday site for you. See all the...
Latest technology brings Newton Abbot church into 21st Century and maintains its character.
When St Paul’s Church in Newton Abbott was looking for a solar PV solution to reduce its carbon emissions it wasn’t a simple challenge, as its Grade I listed status meant that any alterations had to fully maintain the character of the 19th century church.
The modern look of standard solar PV panels had already been turned down by planners, so when the church’s architects (LSN Architects) suggested solar slates, they approached Exeter-based SunGift Energy who designed a 4 kWp system...
The much loved Creative Stitches & Hobbycrafts show is back, but this time with a brand new name!!
Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts comes to Westpoint, Exeter from 26 - 29 September with more than 180 exhibitors offering the latest products, ideas and innovations.
Exciting show features include:
* Dream a dream of time gone by with a selection of costumes from this year's film spectacular Les Miserables on display for the first time at Stitch, Sew & Hobbycrafts.
* Prepare to be amazed by the collection of Big Books from Devon-based textile enthusiast...
Over 2,000 building sites across the UK will be visited by Government health and safety inspectors this month.
Local inspectors from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) - Britain’s national regulator for workplace safety - will be making unannounced visits to target poor safety standards in Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.
HSE inspectors will be checking high-risk activities such as working with harmful materials is managed properly and checking that the welfare facilities are adequate.
In the South West last year 4 people were killed while working on construction...
