On Saturday 26th November Exeter witnessed the triumphant comeback of Exeter Carnival which was resurrected after a 24-year hiatus. The original Exeter Carnival ended in 1998 due to the rising costs of organising the event and funding shortages.

The revival of the carnival was organised by InExeter the Business Improvement District for Exeter. This event was made possible by the member businesses of InExeter, whose collective funding allows incredible events to take place in the city.

Over 40 entries took part in Exeter Carnival which included over 600 people from Exeter...

A Heart of the South West (HotSW) Careers Hub * programme has been launched across 14 schools in Devon to help raise the confidence and aspirations of 500 young women.

The No Label No Limit programme is a personal development programme, inspiring and empowering young women in year nine and 10 to reach their potential.

Funded by The Careers & Enterprise Company , No Label No Limit will explore whether tailored personal development and careers support significantly improves self-belief, social and emotional capabilities, attendance, application to learning, behaviour...

Saturday 3rd December marks the 10th anniversary of Small Business Saturday – a campaign to support and draw attention to the country’s millions of small businesses. One Devon charity is backing this campaign and encouraging burgeoning small business owners to come forward and register for its free enterprise support programme.

Last year the number of registered companies in Devon rose to 60,022, up from 57,278 in 20201. The small business landscape is increasingly tough, with rising energy and material costs, as well as belt-tightening as a result of the cost of living crisis,...

Exeter Philharmonic Choir will bring the joy of Christmas music to audiences at Exeter Cathedral again this year with two nights of carols on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 December. In the run-up to what promises to be a challenging Christmas season for many, the uplifting sound of the Choir will be more welcome than ever.

This year’s special guest is the internationally renowned soprano, Amy Carson, whose glorious voice will add extra sparkle to the two evening events. Musical Director Howard Ionascu has selected a beautiful programme from the rich tradition of carols, embracing...

Many people dream of becoming well-paid freelancers. Freelancing provides many benefits, there is flexibility in how you work, better autonomy regarding your working hours. Also, there are opportunities to get into various fields.

Payday is an exciting part of the month for many people who work regular jobs. However, it's quite different for freelancers. Freelancers may get multiple paydays in a month - the number of clients you work with will determine this.

Choosing when to send your invoices is another benefit of freelancing. There are clients who you will invoice...

In a period of economic turmoil, rising interest rates, and 40-year high inflation rates, it's no surprise that more and more Brits are now looking abroad for fresh opportunities.

That said, options are much scarcer than ever before for UK citizens. Of course, the main reason for this is Brexit, as Brits now require a visa to live in any of the 26 EU member states, as well as EEA countries. In addition, traditional UK emigration options such as Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the US have also not gotten any easier.

While a handful of EU countries are offering some...

Wood can work wonders in interiors. It cosies up the place and looks rustic yet elegant. Wooden furniture has been a staple in kitchens and living rooms for many years, but until recently, it was rarely used in bathrooms. How to choose wooden furniture and accessories that can withstand the humidity of bathrooms?

Forget the myth that natural materials have no place in bathrooms. You can dress your bathroom up in wood practically from head to toe, whether it’s furniture or little details like soap dispensers, shelves or hooks. A wooden vanity unit, stool or towel ladder can bring...

Exercise regularly to keep your body strong and healthy

Everyone knows that exercise is important for maintaining a healthy body, but did you know that regular physical activity can also help improve longevity? Numerous studies have shown that people who are physically active tend to live longer than those who are sedentary. Exercise helps to improve heart health, maintain a healthy weight, and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes. In addition to exercise, eating a healthy diet and taking supplements like NMN can also help improve your health and...

A HR Tech company, which helps organisations design and structure jobs that improve diversity and skills-based hiring, has raised £1.75m in a funding round led by Mercia, and including existing backer Qantx and private investors.

The funding will enable Exeter-based RoleMapper to further develop its AI-powered platform and continue to grow its client base in the UK and US.

Designed for large organisations, the RoleMapper platform helps HR leaders redesign and simplify organisational job structures in readiness for new and future ways of working. This includes skills-based...

Princesshay welcomed the Charity Christmas Tree Festival to a new central location on Bedford Street in Exeter for its 10th year on Thursday 17th November.

The illuminated festival, featuring 35 Charity Trees, is now on display until the New Year.

In the last 10 years, the Charity Christmas Tree Festival has supported hundreds of local charities raising both money and awareness of their causes.

Charities that have participated include, FORCE Cancer Charity, Children’s Hospice South West and CEDA, Princesshay’s current Charity partner of the year.

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