Re-Tour de Ned: ITV’s Ned Boulting adds final touches to his one-man cycling stage show before he returns to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/03/2022 - 12:37pm

The countdown is on to Ned Boulting rolling down the ramp and treading the boards for the first time in four years with his one-man cycling stage show, Re-Tour de Ned, that will be returning to Exeter Corn Exchange on Friday 14th October.

Cycling aficionado or novice, his brand new, brilliantly conceived and fast paced production will guarantee an evenings’ entertainment unlike any other and bears all the trademarks of his previous one-man shows.

Re-Tour de Ned takes the audience through the history of the Tour de France including bringing to life the 1903 origins of the...

Gas safety advice: Know the risks so you can stay safe this winter

Property maintenance experts Liberty, who have an office in Exeter, are working hard to raise awareness in the local community about the importance of gas safety in the home.

This comes just days before the new energy price cap for gas and electricity is implemented, and when soaring energy prices might make more people tempted to illegally tamper with their gas meter or take on highly dangerous DIY work to their gas systems as they look for ways to make savings on their energy bills.

Badly fitted and poorly serviced gas appliances can cause leaks, fires, explosions, and...

Support from war-torn Ukraine for University of Exeter course celebrating the country’s language and culture

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/03/2022 - 12:22pm

Special University of Exeter courses to help people learn about Ukraine’s spectacular language and culture are being supported by teachers based in the war-torn country.

Trained opera singer Iryna Ilnytska has been leading courses in Ukrainian since the Russian invasion earlier this year to show support for her nation and to help people communicate with refugees who have made Britain their home.

Iryna’s work is now being backed by experts in Ukraine who have provided teaching resources for students – materials unavailable otherwise because of the conflict.

Iryna...

Common Betting Techniques that Every Beginner Should Know

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 10/03/2022 - 11:56am

Once upon a time, you used to have to go all the way to the local bookmakers to bet on the main events, but now you don't have to do that. As the Internet became more popular, online betting became more popular as well. Bookmakers took advantage of the fact that odds could be given to virtually anyone around the world and opened their doors online.

Not only did traditional betting shops move online, but also brand-new betting websites were created to make their mark in the industry. Even though betting was popular before the internet, nowadays, it has become a huge business since...

LET'S ROCK EXETER announce stunning line-up for summer 2023 Powderham Castle spectacular!

The UK’s biggest retro festival brand Let’s Rock have announced the headliners and performers for Let’s Rock Exeter, happening Saturday July 1 at Powderham Castle. Let’s Rock Exeter 2023 will be headlined by Soft Cell and Bananarama in a stellar line-up that also includes Tony Hadley, Midge Ure, The Undertones, The Beat, The Farm, Go West, Roland Gift, Sinitta, Hue & Cry and many more.

Electronic music pioneers Marc Almond & Dave Ball aka Soft Cell have sold over 10million albums worldwide and enjoyed twelve UK Top 40 hits in the early ‘80s, including their mega global No...

Microsoft and Tech South West announce collaboration to help upskill the region

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 8:42pm

A new collaboration has been announced between Tech South West and Microsoft in a bid to enhance digital skills in the region.

The project will provide South West tech companies with opportunities to access training for their teams and develop technical skills within their organisations. Support will also be provided for those looking to switch to a career in tech, or grow their tech business via the Tech South West StartUp and ScaleUp Studios.

Research conducted this year by Tech South West revealed that 55% of tech companies in the region cite “lack of candidates” as...

Need to do a tax return for the first time? Tell HMRC by 5 October

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 8:17pm

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding customers who need to complete a tax return for the 2021 to 2022 tax year to let HMRC know by 5 October 2022. They can do this by registering for Self Assessment.

Before customers can complete their first tax return, they need to register with HMRC to receive their Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR). Customers need their UTR to file a return. The tax return deadline for the 2021 to 2022 tax year is 31 October 2022 for those completed on paper forms, and 31 January 2023 for online returns

HMRC is encouraging customers to plan ahead...

Care home residents welcome Lord Mayor of Exeter and pay tribute to late Queen Elizabeth II

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 8:09pm

Residents and staff at RMBI Care Co. Home Cadogan Court, in Exeter, have recently welcomed the city’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Yolonda Henson. Accompanied by John Davies, Exeter’s Senior Mace Sergeant, the Mayor brought a book of condolences for everyone to sign and remember the late Queen Elizabeth II.

During her visit, the Mayor stated: “It is a privilege to visit Cadogan Court and other Homes in Exeter. It’s so important for everyone in our communities to have the opportunity to come together at this historic time of great national sadness.”

Residents and staff wrote...

The art of futsal - Tyldesley provides masterclass as registration kicks off for the 2022/23 Pokémon Futsal Youth Cup

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 7:53pm

What is Futsal?... it’s anything and everything you want it to be!

That’s the message from legendary commentator, Clive Tyldesley as he joins the drive to encourage youth futsal teams in England and coaches to enroll for the 2022/23 Pokémon Futsal Youth Cup.

With registration now open for the upcoming season’s competition, Pokémon and England Football have teamed up with Tyldesley to show teams what the sport is all about and why they should take part in this season’s competition.

Using his football knowledge and world-renowned voice, Tyldesley uses his...

New director appointed to support financial planning arm of Westcotts 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 5:09pm

Westcotts Chartered Financial Planners, part of the Westcotts group, has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of a new director.

Andrew Hammond (pictured) has been recruited by the practice, bringing more than 20 years’ experience in the financial services sector. He is responsible for supporting the strategic growth and future direction of Westcotts Chartered Financial Planners, alongside his fellow directors.

As well as holding the position of director with the financial planning arm, Andrew joins as partner of Westcotts, the South West’s...

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