When people order something online, they expect it to arrive in perfect condition. A damaged item can quickly turn a happy customer into a disappointed one. Product returns cost businesses money, take up valuable time, and can harm a company's reputation. While many factors affect return rates, packaging is often overlooked. Good packaging protects products, improves the customer experience, and reduces the chance of items being sent back. Investing in the right packaging is a simple step that can make a real difference for businesses of every size.
For many young people, learning to drive is becoming an increasingly expensive milestone.
The research, commissioned by Monzo and conducted by Censuswide, surveyed 1,000 newly qualified drivers and found that learners across the UK spend an average of £1,218 on driving lessons. Combined with the average cost of a first car (£4,867), many young drivers are spending more than £6,000 before they've even considered ongoing costs such as insurance, fuel and maintenance.
With test slots still in high demand[1], respondents also spend an average of £64 on top of the standard...
Build It Live South West is back at Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on 12 and 13 September 2026, promising a weekend packed with inspiration, practical know-how and expert guidance for anyone planning to build, renovate, extend or improve their home.
Created by the team behind Build It magazine, the event brings together hundreds of products, trusted suppliers, specialist advice clinics and real-life project stories under one roof - making it an essential diary date for readers who are ready to turn home ambitions into action.
Michelmores has appointed Charlotte Davies as Head of Knowledge & Innovation, a newly created leadership role that reflects the Firm’s continued investment in the future of legal practice.
Working alongside partners, lawyers and business services teams, Charlotte will lead the next phase of Michelmores’ knowledge, innovation and AI strategy. Her focus will be on transforming how expertise is captured, shared and applied, helping lawyers deliver more consistent advice, collaborate more effectively and create greater value for clients.
Twenty-eight year 6 pupils from Exwick Heights Primary School in Exeter have received the Torbay and Devon Civic Award.
To achieve the award, pupils were required to demonstrate their involvement in school and community life, participation in hobbies and activities, support for charitable causes and action to help the environment.
Each pupil compiled a portfolio showcasing their achievements and contributions. During the assessment, they spoke about a wide range of activities, from sports, music and creative hobbies to volunteering, leadership roles in school and...
A brand-new later living community Orchid Place has opened in Exeter, welcoming its first homeowners with a visit from the city’s Lord Mayor.
Lord Mayor Gemma Rolstone , guests and members of the development team came together to celebrate the opening of Orchid Place and explore its apartments and shared spaces. The Mayor toured the show suites, enjoyed refreshments and had the opportunity to meet homeowners and neighbours while learning more about life at the new community.
During the visit, the Lord Mayor was given a tour of the development, exploring the apartments...
Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital is delighted to announce that it has successfully maintained its ‘Good’ overall rating following its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, with inspectors also awarding an ‘Outstanding’ rating for the hospital’s caring services.
The latest CQC report recognises the hospital’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality care across all services, highlighting the compassion, professionalism and dedication demonstrated by staff. Inspectors praised the hospital for its strong patient-focused approach, particularly noting the exceptional...
We all value our outdoor space - especially in the recent hot weather! However, a lot of Exeter homes have small gardens that may seem impossible to transform into the kind of shady, flowery oasis we’d all love this summer. However, with a bit of ingenuity and some heavy lifting, there’s actually a lot you can do with even the tiniest of gardens. If you’re stuck for inspiration, here are some ideas for transforming a small Exeter garden into the outdoor space of your dreams:
Plan the heavy work before you begin
Write a list of everything you need before buying your first...
Most parents want their children to leave school with the skills they need to thrive. Reading, writing, and math naturally take centre stage, but one key skill often gets less attention. This skill is financial literacy, and many kids learn it much later.
Many young people first encounter concepts such as budgeting, borrowing, or investing during secondary school, if at all. By then, many attitudes towards money have already begun to form. Research increasingly suggests that introducing financial concepts earlier helps children develop healthy habits that stay with them into...
Amazon’s Regional Creatives Fund returns for 2026, offering multiple grants of up to £30,000 for Exeter charitable organisations upskilling people for creative industries careers
The fund supports Exeter charities, Community Interest Companies (CICs) and Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs) that run programmes aimed at boosting skills and increasing access to creative industry careers in performing arts, music, TV, podcasting, gaming, fashion, photography, journalism, comedy and more
The fund is open for applications today from single charitable organisations and...
