New programme to bring South West tech to the world

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/20/2022 - 1:41pm

A new business support programme has launched to support South West tech companies to scale overseas.

The GO Global programme , delivered by Tech South West, is free to access and designed for companies who are currently scaling or looking to scale overseas.

Run in partnership with global financial consultancy firm RSM , with support from the Department for International Trade, the GO Global programme helps South West tech firms break into new international markets, taking companies through the essential ‘building blocks’ of an overseas strategy, avoiding the pitfalls...

How a Lactation Consultant Can Help You with Breastfeeding

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 06/20/2022 - 11:38am

Most mums want to try breastfeeding, as it is the most natural way to feed their baby and build a bond. But, it doesn’t always come easily, which can lead to feelings of sadness and frustration.

Luckily, there are experts who can help you with the process and ensure that your baby is fed and happy. So, who are they, and how do they help?

Lactation or Breastfeeding Consultants

Breastfeeding is sometimes a bit challenging for new mums, and sadly, this is why most women give this up in the first month of their baby's life, even though it is recommended to feed your...

Clothing ideas for businesses

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 06/20/2022 - 5:26am

If you have a good eye for fashion and design, like the idea of making innovative clothes, are good at sewing, are good at working with fabrics, and want to set up a clothing business catering to other businesses, you know you might be facing an uphill battle. But when success comes your way, it will be sweet and have been worth every stressful step it took you to get there. Whether you have dreams of starting a line of custom baby clothing, fashionably embroidered tops, or a line of jackets with company logo , read on to get some ideas for a clothing business.

Handbag Design and...

6 Steps to building your brand’s image

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 11:29pm

Having a strong brand image is essential in today’s business environment to stand out from competitors and attract new customers.

Once your brand has begun to gain status, it needs to be maintained so that your company is easily identifiable, and perceived as trustworthy and reliable. Connecting and influencing your customers is a huge part of this, but also being able to market yourself efficiently. Here are 6 tips to help build your brand image:

Decide what you’re offering

Having a clear, strategic brand mission is crucial for growth. To do this, you need to look at...

Four sports to take up this summer

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 10:58pm

For anybody who failed on their mission to take up a new sport as part of their New Year’s Resolution, summer provides the perfect opportunity to make amends and throw themselves into learning a new skill, meeting new people and increasing their commitment to physical exercise. Any sport will do, and interests are bound to differ, but the following four present an excellent variety of benefits to a novice sportsperson.

1. Skateboarding

Thrill seekers look no further as skateboarding is increasing in popularity across the United Kingdom. While it may be more heavily...

A Brief History of the Numberplate

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 10:52pm

In 2022 cars have become more than vessels getting us from A to B. We see personalisation, technology, engineering and more all develop in tandem with automobiles. Having a car of your own that truly reflects the driver is a goal many people have, and its often registration plate customisation that is used as an unobtrusive, legal way of adding flair to your car. Understanding which plates are legal actually requires a bit of a history lesson, so buckle up for some information on just what plates you can access in 2022, and why.

Let’s Start at the Very Beginning

1903 had...

Firearms surrender sees more than 100 weapons handed over in Devon and Cornwall

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 10:44pm

More than 110 firearms were surrendered in the Devon and Cornwall area as part of a national firearms surrender.

Running from Thursday 12 May to Sunday 29 May, the national firearms surrender operation saw 115 firearms, nine imitation firearms, as well as a significant amount of ammunition and component parts handed into Devon & Cornwall Police.

The national campaign, instigated by the National Ballistics Intelligence Service (NaBIS), was supported by other forces around the country.

Assistant Chief Constable Julie Fielding, of Devon & Cornwall Police,...

Stagecoach buses and coaches ready to keep Britain on the move during rail strikes

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 10:38pm

Stagecoach, the country’s biggest bus and coach operator, is ready to help keep Britain on the move as people plan alternative travel to avoid the disruption caused by next week’s rail strikes.

Strikes are due to take place on 21, 23 and 25 June, with train services on 22, 24 and 26 June also expected to be disrupted.

Stagecoach’s network of 7,300 buses and coaches covers regions across the UK, including around 100 key towns and cities in England, Scotland and Wales.

Capacity is available across Stagecoach’s network of greener bus and coach services to help...

Spike in fatalities means Devon becomes 2nd in UK for accidental drownings

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 06/19/2022 - 8:41pm

A recent report from the National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) showed that Devon saw a rise in accidental drownings in 2021, meaning it becomes the second highest county in the UK.

In 2021, there were 10 accidental drownings reported in Devon, an increase of three on the previous year. The average age of victims was 55 years old, with the site of fatalities being split between the coast and the county’s rivers. Most victims were actively participating in activities in the water, such as swimming, surfing, or diving at the time of drowning.

National charity and leader in...

Pets in paddling pools! RSPCA centres help animals cool off in the heatwave

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 06/18/2022 - 10:35pm

As temperatures soar, the RSPCA is providing advice to pet-owners on how to keep their animals cool and to make sure they are doing everything possible to keep them safe this summer.

The RSPCA’s animal centres have planned ahead for the heatwave by following the charity’s own advice on caring for animals in hot weather .

The charity is asking owners of all pets1 - from cats and dogs to small furries, horses and farm animals - to follow hot weather advice, and is also calling on animal champions to help look out for wildlife in the hot weather too.

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