From 28 October to 1 November 2024, Exeter will host the Social Mobility Business Partnership (SMBP) Programme dedicated to creating career opportunities for students from low-income backgrounds. The programme is designed to break down barriers to social mobility by providing students with valuable work insights, resilience and workplace skills training and lifelong career support.

Since its inception in 2014, SMBP charity has grown from supporting just 20 students in London to working with over 1,000 students from all parts of the UK. Three new locations have been introduced...

Virgin Money’s funding will support the construction and operation of Derril Water Solar Park, the first solar park in the UK where members share the power it produces, as well as the ownership. Approximately 68,000 solar panels will generate enough electricity to power 14,000 homes and save 20,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year when the solar park near Torridge becomes operational in 2025.

Established in 2017, Ripple Energy have pioneered an innovative co-operative business model for the development of new renewable energy resources. Virgin Money has helped fund one of two...

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels has announced that it is pledging to support those pensioners hit by the Government’s decision to end Winter Fuel Payments, by lowering the minimum quantity of heating oil that its state pension aged customers can order.

Introducing a new 300l delivery minimum - down from the industry standard of 500l - the change is designed to help pensioners with direct debit accounts spread the cost of heating oil this winter through smaller, more regular top-ups.

Matthew Crockett, Group Managing Director of Moorland Fuels, commented: “...

Precious metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, hold significant value in global markets. Futures contracts enable investors to speculate on the future price movements of these metals, providing opportunities for profit or hedging against price fluctuations. This introductory guide delves into the fundamentals of precious metals futures contracts, exploring how they work, their role in risk management, and factors influencing their prices. By gaining a deeper understanding of these financial instruments, investors can make informed decisions and navigate the complexities...

Exeter Airport’s vital role in supporting the allied D-Day invasion of Europe 80 years ago is being highlighted in a two-day public exhibition at the airport.

The D-Day 80th anniversary event is being hosted by Chris Wiseman and Jerry Bird on 5 and 6 June, from 11am to 7pm on both days in the airport terminal. Car parking is available for just £2 per day in Car Park 4, and the airport’s Cove Café will open on both days.

Chris presents talks about the history of the RAF at Exeter and is also the creator of the RAF Exeter and Exeter Airport Memories websites. Jerry Bird...

In the bustling environment of large kitchen businesses, maintaining organization and efficiency is paramount. Chaos in storage areas can lead to wasted time, misplaced inventory, and compromised food safety standards. Fortunately, versatile storage box solutions offer a transformative solution to these challenges, helping businesses streamline operations and elevate their kitchen spaces.

One of the key benefits of versatile storage box solutions, like those available at Storage Box Shop , is their ability to maximize the use of space in kitchen...

GPS tracking technology has been improving over the years. Its accuracy, reliability, and ease of use have made it invaluable to many industries. One such field that has taken great advantage of GPS tracking technology is law enforcement. Law enforcement agencies throughout the world have adopted GPS tracking systems for their surveillance and investigative efforts.

GPS tracking offers law enforcement agencies the benefit of being able to track and monitor their vehicles in real time, which translates to quicker response times. This is particularly useful...

Guests enjoyed an afternoon of fun, food and inflatable flamingos when Lympstone Manor celebrated the first anniversary of its pool opening.

Chef and patron Michael Caines MBE welcomed around 160 people to the event with many of them shedding their party gear to take a dip.

His team of chefs rustled up a never-ending conveyor belt of tasty treats ranging from rump steak, pizzas cooked in an outside oven and lobster rolls with mango, lime and curried mayonnaise.

Music came in the form of singer and guitarist Leigh Colemanand a DJ set.

Michael said he...

An 11-year-old Bengal cat who was seriously injured in a vicious fight over territory is back marauding again after specialist reconstructive surgery at a leading Somerset animal hospital.

The cat, called Genghis, was at risk of having his right leg amputated after a bite to his shoulder turned septic and the virulent infection began eating through the joint.

Genghis was referred to Linnaeus-owned Cave Veterinary Specialists, near Wellington, where the orthopaedic team took charge of the challenging case.

Simon Hayes, medical director at Linnaeus, said: “It seems...

Starting up a business requires too much hard work and thought process and perfect planning, already, and if it’s a conventional business, then it’s more or less like, reading the same old book once again. However, there are many types of business models that one can opt to, if ever starting a business crosses your mind, and one of them is franchise ownership.

Franchise has certainly bought a new phase, a new level and a perspective in the business field. Many start-ups are on their way to learn and experiment their business model, and collaborating with a franchise gives them a...