Second-hand. It’s an excellent opportunity for car-buying for a wide range of reasons. As such, rather than always buying new, many of us opt for a used vehicle instead. However, while there are many awesome benefits of this strategy, it also comes with unique risks. Being aware of these is crucial to help you make the right choice for your next car purchase, too.
Important Factors to Check When Buying a Second-Hand Car
Purchasing a used car isn’t a two minute decision. Indeed, while we all like to hope that our chosen cars will be legit, this isn’t always the case. And, as the...
Flat roofs are a popular choice for many modern buildings across the UK due to their sleek design, efficient use of space, and cost-effectiveness. They are commonly found on commercial properties, apartment complexes, and even residential homes seeking a contemporary look. However, one of the main challenges with flat roofing systems is ensuring effective waterproofing. Because they lack the natural slope that helps water drain away, flat roofs are more susceptible to leaks and water damage.
Liquid waterproofing has emerged as one of the most reliable and versatile solutions for...
An effective accounting team is built from talented individuals. No matter how effective your training, and how supportive the work environment, the fact is that you’ll need to get the right people into the group in the first place if you want the team to really thrive. This is where accountancy and finance recruitment specialists can be so worthwhile – but you’ll also want to understand how to seek out the best employees without relying wholly on outside help.
Understanding current hiring trends
More than ever before, effective professionals in the world of accountancy tend to...
From AI-powered communication tools and breakthrough HealthTech innovations to CleanTech pioneers tackling climate change, the Tech South West Awards 2025 shortlists have been revealed.
Now in their seventh year, the Awards celebrate the very best in tech from across the South West, spanning Bath, Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire.
More than 30 judges from across the region’s tech ecosystem, including business leaders, educators, investors, sponsors and cluster leads, met at the Firepool Digital Centre in Taunton to discuss and...
The intersection of Exeter's thriving student population and its independent business community has created an unexpected opportunity in the AI content revolution. Computer science and digital marketing students from the University of Exeter possess cutting-edge knowledge about AI tools that many local businesses desperately need but can't access affordably through traditional agencies. This knowledge gap is creating a new consulting economy where students can earn meaningful income whilst helping local businesses compete digitally.
Gold? Yeah, it’s way more than just some shiny metal you dig out of grandma’s jewelry box. It’s security, it’s money in the bank, it’s that little boost of confidence when you realize you’ve got something valuable just sitting around.
And now, flipping that gold into cash? Couldn’t be easier. The whole “sell gold by post” thing is blowing up everywhere – and for good reason.
Got a pile of broken bracelets, a couple of old rings, maybe even a gold tooth you found in a drawer?
Doesn’t matter. You can chuck it all in an envelope and, boom, cash in your account—no need...
England’s 5-0 victory over Latvia under Thomas Tuchel showed not just dominance, but confidence and composure. Inspired by that same winning spirit, Voghion offers men’s shoes that combine comfort, versatility, and sleek design — perfect for those who bring style to every step.
Over the past decade, digital platforms have reshaped how we connect with the world around us. From streaming films to joining live interactive quizzes, entertainment is increasingly experienced through a screen. One of the most exciting developments in this space is virtual travel, a form of online leisure that allows people to explore new destinations, cultures and events without leaving home.
The Growth of Virtual Travel
Virtual travel took off during the pandemic, when global restrictions meant holidays and cultural visits were put on hold. Museums began offering virtual...
Year 5 pupils from Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , have taken part in a high-stakes mission this month during an exciting cybersecurity and cryptography workshop.
The pupils transformed into digital detectives as they explored the world of secret codes, learned historical techniques, such as the ancient Caesar Shift (a simple encryption technique where each letter in a message is replaced by a letter a fixed number of positions down the alphabet), before moving to the modern digital era, using a specialised programme to encrypt and decrypt...
St James School has welcomed hundreds of local families through their doors this term as part of their open evening event. Families have to decide where to apply for a secondary school place between now and the 31st of October.
St James School, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, say their open evening was the busiest staff can remember. Those who came along got to speak with teachers and current students as well as taking part in a range of fun activities from glow in the dark dodgeball to a treasure hunt.
Headteacher Emily Harper opened the event by sharing the...
