Omni-channel retailers operating in the UK are experiencing a stage of structural change, which has been caused by a shift in the expectations of consumers, the costs involved in operations and the complexity in the physical and online sales channels. These pressures are extreme in the case of regional retailing centers like Exeter.
Local businesses have to compete with national chains and digital-first brands and stay relevant and operate efficiently at the local level. To this, most omni-channel retailers are resorting to payment orchestration platforms as a competitive ploy to...
Plymouth indie dream-pop four-piece Playwriter release their debut EP Everyday this week and head to Exeter's 12 Bar Music & Social Saturday (Jan 24), moving on from their ambient music backgrounds and embracing the warmth and immediacy of a live band built around human connection , humour and grown-up honesty .
“Me and Tom were making ambient music on our laptops, remotely,” says lead singer Leo Cunningham . “Then one day I picked my Fender Mustang off the wall and realised how much I missed getting together with other players and doing it that way. Tom felt the same, so we...
Students at St Luke’s Church of England School have taken part in an inspiring session to develop skills for supporting their own mental health and that of their peers.
The workshop was led by Paula Baker, from HeadsUP Mental Health Awareness CIC, a Devon-based charity that helps young people build confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.
During the session, students explored personal strengths, learned strategies for looking after their mental health, and discussed ways to support friends and classmates.
Students discussed a wide range of factors they feel can...
Share to Buy Live is set to host its inaugural Homebuyers Day: Exeter on Saturday 7th February, marking a new chapter in the organisation’s events programme and bringing affordable homeownership advice directly to local communities.
The free-to-attend event will bring together housing providers, legal experts, mortgage brokers, and homeownership specialists to help attendees better understand affordable routes onto the property ladder, including Shared Ownership. Confirmed housing providers include Sovereign Network Group (SNG), LiveWest, Centurion Place, Plymouth Community Homes...
If 2026 has a defining interior mood, it’s this: homes are moving away from glossy, “show-home” perfection and back toward spaces that feel human . The good news is that “character” doesn’t have to mean expensive renovations or dramatic statements. It’s usually the layering of a few smart choices.
Embrace curated calm with texture and layering
“ Curated calm ” is essentially depth without clutter. Instead of relying on one big feature, it’s built through materials that make a room feel inviting with textures that catch the light and feel good to live with.
Going on holiday needn’t always mean setting aside several weeks. On the contrary, short breaks are increasingly becoming popular, thanks to a combination of bespoke travel trends, and a preference for off-peak getaways.
Quietcations: Peaceful Escapes for a Calmer 2026
Have you ever arrived at a holiday destination and been put off by the amount of noise and activity? If you’re the sort of person who instinctively recoils from a crowd, then you might follow the ‘quietcation’ trend, and deliberately seek out the more secluded, tranquil parts of the world. The good news is that you...
In 2026, a strong credit score matters more than ever for UK consumers. With affordability checks tightening and more people aiming for mortgages, rental agreements, or better credit products, creditworthiness has become a practical gatekeeper to everyday goals. The good news: improving a credit score rarely hinges on one “magic trick”. It’s usually the result of consistent habits, applied long enough to show lenders a clear pattern of reliability.
Check a credit report and correct any errors
The first step is to see what lenders are seeing. Credit reports can contain...
Explore how Soft2Bet supports future-focused ideas through its €50M innovation fund, mentorship, and a people-first approach that drives real change beyond the company.
With the UK housing market expected to find its feet a little in 2026 and buyer confidence gradually improving as borrowing conditions ease, sellers may find themselves competing harder for attention than they did during the “take-whatever-you-can-get” years. The good news is that standing out rarely requires a full renovation. The homes that sell fastest tend to be the ones that feel cared-for, move-in ready, and cheap to run , especially for first-time buyers watching monthly costs like hawks.
Share to Buy Live is set to host its inaugural Homebuyers Day: Exeter on Saturday 7th February, marking a new chapter in the organisation’s events programme and bringing affordable homeownership advice directly to local communities.
The free-to-attend event will bring together housing providers, legal experts, mortgage brokers, and homeownership specialists to help attendees better understand affordable routes onto the property ladder, including Shared Ownership. Confirmed housing providers include Sovereign Network Group (SNG), LiveWest, Centurion Place, Plymouth Community Homes...
