Students at Queen Elizabeth’s School are celebrating today, Thursday 13th August, after receiving their A-level results, opening doors to universities, apprenticeships, employment and a wide range of exciting future opportunities.
The vast majority of students have achieved a place at their first choice university, with courses in everything from Archaeology to Zoology in locations the length and breadth of the country from Plymouth to York. Others are enjoying a year to travel and gain work experience with some students having secured jobs and apprenticeships locally in Exeter and...
Students receiving their A-Level, AS-Level T-Level and BTEC results today (Thursday 13 August) and GCSE results next week, are being reminded that help and advice is available at Devon’s network of Employment and Youth Hubs.
There are hubs across the county in Barnstaple, Bideford, Crediton, Exeter, Honiton, Ilfracombe, Newton Abbot, Okehampton, and Tiverton, with one due to open in Totnes next Thursday (20 August) on GCSE results day.
They all offer free, friendly support to anyone aged 16 and over who is exploring options for further education, training, or work....
The newly created senior role reflects Carparison's growing commercial reach across the UK's leasing, manufacturer, and funder landscape
Carparison, one of the UK's leading car leasing brokers, has appointed David Bates as Head of Procurement — a new position that formalises the business's strategic approach to OEM relationships, funder partnerships, and dealer engagement.
Bates joins with significant experience across the automotive and leasing sector, including a senior tenure at Leasys, where he built a reputation across the industry for commercial judgement and...
One of the most iconic historic buildings in Devon isn’t being restored. It’s being reimagined after a devastating fire wreaked havoc on the mansion.
The Importance of British Mansions
Historic mansions like this are irreplaceable. Britain’s mansions aren’t like other buildings, as they show social character and architecture that simply can’t be recreated. Stately homes and mansions are also incredibly popular with the general public.
Television shows like Britain’s Most Expensive Homes attract people who are fascinated by properties like this, whereas Secrets of Britain...
Dash Logistix, the logistics arm of South West-based logistics, vehicle and retail services provider, The Dash Group, has received a national award recognising its performance from Palletways UK, Europe’s largest express palletised freight network.
The Exeter, Redruth and Plymouth-based company has won the prestigious Newcomer of the Year Award, in recognition of outstanding performance, dedication and impact as a new member of the Palletways network.
The victory was announced during the annual Palletways UK conference and awards evening held at Carden Park Hotel in...
Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Cadogan Court, in Exeter, have recently been treated to a truly memorable experience, as a very special guest paid them a visit. Supported by his animal caretaker, a beautiful three-year-old wood owl named Bill filled the Home with smiles.
Residents and staff had the chance to see Bill up close, gently stroke his chestnut-coloured feathers and learn more about this fascinating bird. The session provided a calming and engaging activity for everyone involved, with residents expressing their delight at meeting such a unique animal. The opportunity to...
Thatchers is set to delight music and cider fans heading into venues and pubs across the summer with a national 40+ gig series that will visit Devon throughout August.
A mix of Juicy Sounds DJ nights and Summer Sessions acoustic evenings will be held to celebrate what promises to be a summer filled, not just with sport, but with music too.
Devon, UK, 30th July — Leading on-street charge point operator char.gy is set to begin a trial of new on-street electric vehicle (EV) charge points in Devon, marking an early example of the Government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund moving from award into delivery.
The trial will see 30 new on-street charge points installed across Devon, helping to improve access to convenient, residential charging for drivers without off-street parking: a key barrier to EV adoption in many parts of the county. The installations will be delivered via LEVI, with a portion of...
A well known Exeter hearing care centre, saved from closure 12 months ago, is celebrating its first anniversary in the city.
Scrivens Hearing on Queen Street was formerly Chime and the deputy lord mayor, Lucy Haigh, joined the branch for its ‘birthday’ event and to meet the team. As part of the celebrations Cllr Haigh also supported the team’s charity cake sale, which was raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
She said: “I am delighted to have been invited to the anniversary event of Scrivens Hearing. We know there is high demand for hearing services in our region, so it...
