How to get vaccinated this summer

The spring booster programme draws to a close this month, but it’s not too late for people who are eligible to have their vaccination and clinics will still run over the summer.

People turning 75 on or after 1 July will not be eligible for the spring booster, however anyone who is eligible on 30th of June will still be able to have their vaccination during July.

This means that anyone who is 75 and over, immunosuppressed or a resident of a care home for older people on 30th June will still be able to have their spring booster vaccination. People who are immunosuppressed...

Thinking About Investing in an Electric Car? Top Questions Answered!

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 07/07/2022 - 9:52pm

More and more of us are considering making the leap to an electric car next time we’re ready to buy a new vehicle. If you travel a lot and drive where possible, the savings on fuel, especially at the moment, might be enough to convince you that it’s a good idea. With other perks, like being more environmentally friendly , quieter, and other financial incentives, it can seem like the clear choice to make.

But many of us still have a lot of questions about electric cars. They are still a fairly new option for those of us on a limited budget, and there’s quite a lot of uncertainty...

£100k funding for youth social action

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/07/2022 - 5:59pm

Youth-focused organisations working in communities within three miles of Sovereign Housing Association homes are being invited to get involved with the Sovereign #iwill Fund.

Grants of up to £10,000 are available for projects that focus on youth social action to apply – applications open 18 July 2022 and close 5 August 2022. Sovereign’s Youth panel, made up of 18-25-year-old residents, will be involved in deciding which projects are awarded grants.

Alongside the Sovereign #iwill Fund grants, Sovereign is launching the Sovereign #iwill Youth Network , in partnership with...

National award for NHS Devon team

NHS Devon’s trailblazing work to tackle health inequalities experienced by ethnically diverse communities in Devon has received national recognition, beating stiff competition from across the country to win the Health Equalities category in the national NHS parliamentary awards.

NHS Devon’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team were nominated by the MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, Luke Pollard and the MP for Totnes, Anthony Mangnall. The winning nominees were announced at an awards ceremony in Westminster yesterday (6 July).

Jane Milligan, Chief Executive of NHS...

The Horses of Spain and Portugal Head to Westpoint

This September, the beautiful horses of Spain (PREs) and Portugal (Lusitanos) are heading to Westpoint Arena in, Exeter.

A packed weekend is topped off with two star studded Extravaganza Shows being closed by the World famous Frederic Pignon and Magali Delgado.

During the weekend of 2-4 September, daytime competitive events include showing, dressage and Working Equitation indoors, and outside on “La Plaza” visitors can enjoy authentic Spanish and Portuguese food and drink from an array of food vendors, Flamenco Flash mobs throughout the day and shopping with over 60...

Charity litter pickers at major Plymouth festival receive over £7,500 from DCW

Charity litter pickers who volunteered to keep the Plymouth Hoe tidy during and after the 1 Big Summer music festival have received over £7,500 from DCW for their efforts.

Independent South West-based waste management firm, DCW, was contracted to provide waste management services for the three-day event which welcomed up to 15,000 ticket holders each day. In addition to its own staff, DCW invited local litter picker groups and charities to fundraise whilst they litter picked against the backdrop of live music and a buzzing atmosphere.

Charity litter pickers were paid by the...

Head of Finance and Support Services appointed as Exeter Science Park continues to grow

Exeter Science Park has bolstered its senior team with the appointment of Carrie Piper as Head of Finance and Support Services.

With responsibility for the overall management of the Park’s financial operations, Carrie will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team and collaborate with Board, Shareholders, Partners and other stakeholders to support the Park and its tenants in their continued growth.

A Chartered Management Accountant, Carrie’s senior-level, finance business partnering experience has supported growth in both the public and private sectors,...

The one reason why you don't need a hit in infrared saunas

Hi, I’m Johannes Kettelhodt, the founder and CEO of Clearlight® Infrared Saunas in the UK and EU.

I’m sometimes asked whether I see any value in sauna hats, and I do in some instances . In this blog post, I’ll explain why sauna hats can be very beneficial for a traditional sauna but why you don’t necessarily need one in an infrared sauna .

Let’s learn why when considering the best home infrared sauna , it’s important to focus on the features that maximize your experience, including effective heat distribution and comfort, rather than additional accessories like sauna...

7 tips to keep costs down when building a kitchen extension

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 07/07/2022 - 7:01am

The cost of a kitchen extension can change tremendously depending on where you are in the UK, the size and shape of the extension you want to build, the materials you use, the quality of the contractor, and the overall complexity of your project. That being said, there are ways to keep costs down. Let’s a take a look at a few.

Tip #1: Find the right balance between your extension size and its build costs

Any properly designed and constructed kitchen extension comes at a price. So, to avoid breaking the bank, you’ll need to achieve the right size / cost ratio. How much...

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