Hattiers Rum Partners with Red Paddle Co

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 10:29pm

Devon based Hattiers Rum and Red Paddle Co have collaborated in an exciting new partnership.

These two leading Westcountry businesses are currently launching a range of super stylish co-branded kit including a Long Sleeve Pro Change Robe Evo, Waterproof Soft Cooler Bag (18L and 30L), Waterproof Cool Bag Backpack (15L), Waterproof Backpack (30L) and Waterproof Kit Bag (40L and 60L). This exclusive new range is available from hattiers.com . With both brands emphasising importance on their environmental journeys and their love for the outdoors, this partnership aims to inspire a new...

Aegiq launches project U-Quant in partnership with the University of Exeter to help power space communications 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 10:18pm

Aegiq , a start-up developing solutions to enable wide-scale adoption of quantum technologies, launched project U-Quant last week in partnership with the Luxmoore Lab from the University of Exeter.

Both parties are building upon a successful collaboration within UK’s Quantum Communications Hub . The project will deliver improved space communication capability leveraging the benefits of true quantum light sources, as well as exploring novel materials for single-photon generation.

The project, led by Aegiq, is funded by Innovate UK . It brings together experts in novel...

Former Exeter student named on list of 50 trailblazing women working to create a better world

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 10:06pm

A University of Exeter Business School graduate was named on a prestigious list of Women of The Future published by the Financial Times.

The ‘Women of the Future: 50 Rising Stars in ESG’ is a Tesco-sponsored list of female entrepreneurs under the age of 35 who are working to further ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) goals by making a lasting and positive impact on their organisations, environment and wider society.

Selin Yigitbasi-Ducker, who graduated in 2013 with a degree in Business Management, was recognised for her start-up Goodsted , a volunteering platform...

Don’t make Christmas presents a gift for thieves, warns insurance expert

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 9:56pm

Homeowners in the South West are being urged to think twice about where they store their Christmas gifts this year.

“People should not be hiding presents in garages and sheds, even if it is only temporary or overnight,” said William McCarter, of rural insurance broker Lycetts.

“It has never been a good idea to store valuable items in outbuildings, but with the cost-of-living crisis and inflated prices, burglars are more determined to exploit any opportunity they can.”

McCarter stressed the importance of carefully checking household insurance policies and of not...

Christmas joy as Devon Carers and NT Killerton team up to provide Peer Support

The National Trust Estate at Killerton has joined forces with Devon Carers this Christmas by inviting the charity’s Peer Support Craft Group to decorate one of the trees inside the house.

Earlier this year, Killerton signed up to become a Carer Friendly Devon supporter and the two organisations have already carried out some great work together.

In the run-up to Christmas, Killerton invited Devon Carers to put its stamp on one of the fir trees in the chapel. The Peer Support Craft Group made a wonderful array of different decorations and the Peer Support team did a...

Top 4 Common Pests and How to Deal with Them

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 4:51pm

When you hear the word “pest," what comes to mind? Rats and mice, perhaps? While these rodents can certainly be problematic, they are far from the only pests that can invade your home uninvited.

This blog post will look at four most common household pests and discuss how to identify them and deal with them accordingly.

Wasps

Wasps are one of the most common household pests, and their presence can be extremely annoying. They usually build their nests in sheltered areas of your home, such as eaves or attics, but they may also build nests in other places, such as...

Choir’s carol concerts raise thousands for local charity Dream-A-Way

Authored by Sharon Goble
Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 12:38pm

Two carol concerts by Exeter Philharmonic Choir have raised almost three thousand pounds for local charity Dream-A-Way, which helps make holiday dreams come true for Devon children and adults with disabilities or life-affecting health conditions.

The generosity of concertgoers at Exeter Cathedral on 13 and 14 December raised a total of £2,913, a sum that representatives of Exeter-based Dream-A-Way were delighted to receive.

Exeter Philharmonic Choir has a proud tradition of raising funds for local charities through its Christmas carol concerts, made possible with the...

UI/UX Product Design for Banking and Financial Industry

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Posted: Tue, 12/20/2022 - 12:08pm

In order to stay ahead of the curve, banks and financial institutions must continuously innovate and provide their customers with the best possible experience. This is where UI/UX product design comes in. By creating products that are both user-friendly and visually appealing, UI/UX designers can help banks and financial institutions stand out from the crowd and attract new customers. In addition, by constantly evolving their designs to keep pace with the latest trends, a UX design agency and designers like eleken.co can help banks and financial institutions keep their products fresh and...

Exeter School voted the best independent school in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset

Exeter School features as number 98 in a list of the top 400 independent secondary schools in the 2022 edition of The Sunday Times Parent Power.

This means that the co-educational day school for 7-18 year-olds maintains its ranking as the top independent school in Devon.

Exeter School Head, Ms Louise Simpson, said: “The Parent Power table is about so much more than exam results; it also reflects how well a school supports pupil mental health and how well-rounded the offering is. Whilst our phenomenal exam results are testament to our hard-working pupils and...

Exeter City Deaf FC is going from strength to strength

Deaf football team is striking out

A team of Deaf footballers has gone from strength-to-strength since becoming part of Exeter City Community Trust, the partner charity of Exeter City Football Club.

Exeter City Deaf FC came under the charity’s remit around 18 months ago and now as many as 30 deaf men train weekly at Exwick Sports Hub. The group plays games in the English Deaf Development league, taking on sides such as Birmingham City and MK Dons deaf teams.

And the team has great vision for the future, with plans to develop both a dedicated deaf youth team and a female deaf team.

Dan Hewitt, para...

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