The Heart of the South West LEP is urging Government to support the establishment of regional mutual banks, to help support SMEs and drive inclusive economic growth.
The Dormant Assets Scheme (DAS) allows banks and building societies to pay financial products which have not been used for several years, such as dormant bank accounts or insurance, into a fund for good causes.
This year, the scheme has been widened to include dormant funds from insurance, pensions, wealth management, and securities sectors, releasing £738 million of funding for England. The public consultation...
For the first time Exeter residents can recycle their old food storage containers and reusable drinks bottles whilst raising money for their chosen good cause.
These everyday items often end up crowding kitchen cupboards and finding a sustainable way to dispose of them has traditionally been a challenge. This is because they are made of materials that make them more complex and costly to recycle, meaning many councils do not collect them to be recycled and landfill is often the method of disposal.
The new recycling programme is run by Sistema in partnership with...
Devon’s gritting teams have been called into action this morning in preparation for the cold spell which is forecast to sweep across the county from tonight.
Arctic air is expected to bring freezing temperatures which are likely to continue into next week. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning in the north of the county for the possibility of icy patches, particularly on untreated surfaces, and there is the risk of wintry showers on higher ground.
Gritters have been treating secondary salting routes this morning, with plans in place for a repeat treatment on...
It's no surprise that the travel companies are inundated with bookings at the moment. Having been forced to press the 'pause' button for the best part of eighteen months, travel appears to be heading back to normal.
For many, this is finally a mechanism to rest and initiate a mental reset. We're all aware of the effects of burnout, and how this has seemingly become more prominent (or at least more understood) over recent years. Travel can allow you to recharge your batteries if of course, you make the right moves.
Through today's article, we're now going to take a look...
Online casino gaming has become prevalent globally. This trend has transformed the casino industry into a billion-dollar industry. Consequently, more entrepreneurs have joined the sector to have a share of the massive profits. If you don't have much experience in online casino gaming, selecting the right casino for your gaming needs would be overwhelming.
In this sense, you need criteria to help you separate the wheat from the chaff. To arrive at top-rated casinos like those reviewed at www.topmobilecasino.co.uk requires some knowledge. Here are five critical criteria to consider...
Women’s health exams are an essential part of every woman’s life once puberty hits. Timely women’s health tests and checkups add to maintaining your total body health. These tests and checkups accommodate the prevention of diseases that may cause trouble in the future, like breast cancer or cervical cancer.
Here are a few things to keep in mind before going in for your health appointment:
Avoid tests during your period
Getting yourself tested during your period may affect your results for specific exams like the pap smear test, and you may have to get it done again. If...
Since the mid-1990s, the popularity of online gambling has flourished. Between 2021 and 2022, the online gambling market grew by an estimated 11,2%, says a report released by prnewswire.com . With more and more punters heading to the web to play their favourite games, we thought we'd take a look over the most popular casino games in the UK to see which games keep players coming back for more.
Poker
Online casino platforms allow card game lovers to enjoy various poker games from the comfort of their own homes. From Texas Holdem to Omaha Hi-Lo, there is a range of types of poker...
Stagecoach South West have confirmed details on the upcoming days of free bus travel within the Exeter Plus travel zone.
Following the recent decision of the Traffic Commissioner, bus journeys will be free over the weekends of Saturday the 10th and Sunday 11th of December and Saturday the 17th and Sunday 18th of December 2022. Customers will not require a ticket for travel in this area on these dates.
Stagecoach South West Managing Director Mike Watson said: ‘We deeply regret the level of service experienced by some of our passengers in recent months. Moving forward, our...
Dates are the perfect moment to be alone with your beloved one, which can lead to some of the best memories of your life. Depending on where you carry out the date or the planned activities, it can be magnified.
One of the places capable of improving any date is the Caribbean. After all, finding a more romantic spot in the world is hard. Whether to propose or have a romantic moment, Puerto Rico is a great place within the Caribbean, with many options for an unforgettable evening. Another perfect destination for romance is the Bahamas. Picture yourselves sailing on a luxurious...
From toddlers to grandparents, hundreds of runners, some fantastic festive pooches and even Exeter City first team player Jay Stansfield and assistant manager Kevin Nicholson, braved the cold to take part in this weekend’s Exeter Santa run.
Organised by Exeter City Community Trust, the partner charity of Exeter City Football Club, the seasonal spectacular sees a sea of Santas take over the High Street.
Jamie Vittles, chief executive of Exeter City Community Trust, said the event had been a great success. He added: “It was brilliant to see hundreds of Santas dashing down the...
