House hunters invited to a Royal Celebration with Redrow

Home builder Redrow will be ‘throne’ its doors open to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with complimentary royal afternoon tea on offer in Exeter over the bank holiday weekend.

Visitors to Saxon Brook will be greeted with a celebratory atmosphere crowned off with patriotic red, white and blue decorations. Light refreshments will be served in the majestically styled sales centres and show homes on the 3rd and 4th of June.

Before the celebrations begin, Redrow will also bestow one lucky competition winner with an ultimate street party hamper, worth £1,000, to share...

Football Matches to Keep an Eye on in May 2022

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 05/27/2022 - 7:13am

For most countries, the footballing season is drawing to an end, and we are experiencing some of the most competitive competitions we have seen in a while across the globe.

This month is definitely shaping up to be one of, if not the most, exciting periods for top-class matches.

Keeping up with football, especially during this busy period, can be challenging. Live Football on TV is an excellent way to stay up to date on the latest developments and news. Be sure to check it out and follow along closely in this article to prepare yourself for some of these massive games to...

Why TikTok is One of the Best Social Media Apps for Business Communication

Social media has a reputation for being inundated with selfies, brand-less promotional videos and unappealing content. As more and more people become aware of the negative effects of social media on their mental health, there's a growing interest in finding ways to be more mindful when using these platforms.

While it's clear that some elements of social media are not beneficial for everyone, that doesn't mean that the tools themselves aren't useful for communication.

TikTok is one of the best social media apps for business communication if you're looking to stand out...

Call for Devon residents to join step challenge as charity marks Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/26/2022 - 9:51pm

People in Devon are being invited to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK this summer as part of a drive to highlight why it is so important to know your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

The One Million Step Challenge runs from 1 July to 30 September and is ideal for anyone looking for a way to get more active. You take one million steps over the course of three months – around 10,000 steps per day – and get sponsored for every stride.

The call-out to sign up comes at the beginning of Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week (23-29 May), an NHS England initiative supported by...

Help raise some much-needed dough for Marie Curie

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 05/26/2022 - 9:09pm

The end-of-life charity Marie Curie is calling on people across the South West to throw a Blooming Great Tea Party in June and July to help fund vital care and support for those living with a terminal illness, and their families.

The charity’s fundraising appeal is a piece of cake – simply set a date to host a tea party and invite family, friends, or colleagues to tuck into a delectable treat and catch-up over a cuppa.

Every penny raised from a Blooming Great Tea Party will go towards ensuring more people have access to the care and support they need at the end of life...

Image of information about official studio opening

Join local textile artist Alison Whateley to celebrate the official opening of her very first studio.

Event Date: 
18/06/2022 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Venue: 
No.5 Fortescue Court, Thorverton, Devon. EX5 5JN

Located in beautiful farmland at 5 Fortescue Court, Thorverton EX5 5JN, Alison will be throwing open the doors of her studio on 18 June from 2 pm to 5 pm.

Alison creates contemporary art inspired by the coast and countryside. With no formal training, she took up free motion embroidery in 2012 and over time has developed her own unique style of textile art, often using organza to give a watercolour feel to her work.

Sometimes inspired by photographs, but more often working directly from her imagination, each piece of art evolves as it is created. Alison prefers not to use a...

Spiers & Boden - - June 2022 "Fallow Ground" UK Album Tour

Event Date: 
26/06/2022 - 7:30pm to 10:45pm
Venue: 
Topsham Folk Club, Matthews Hall, Fore St. Topsham. EX3 0HF

By the time John Spiers and Jon Boden had hung up their highly regarded hats as the Spiers & Boden duo in 2014 they had earned a place in the hearts of the folk audience that few could rival.

Described by The Guardian as ‘the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene’, Spiers & Boden first rocketed onto the music scene in 2001, quickly winning a clutch of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and went on to become one of the best loved duos on the English folk scene and beyond.

John and Jon also founded and fronted the pioneering and hugely successful folk big band...

Everything You Need to Know About Membrane Switches in 2022

As membrane switches continue to grow in popularity, it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements and technologies. So, this blog post will discuss everything you need to know about membrane switches in 2022.

We'll cover the different types of membrane switches, their advantages and disadvantages, and how they're used in various applications. By the end of this blog post, you'll have a better understanding of what membrane switches are and why they're becoming more popular each year.

What is a Membrane Switch?

A membrane switch is first and...

Old Mill expands Corporate Finance team to help more businesses realise their true value

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/25/2022 - 11:42pm

Exeter firm Old Mill has expanded its dedicated Corporate Finance team to further enhance its already comprehensive offering and support the firm’s overall growth plans.

In November 2021, Old Mill announced plans to grow by 15% pa for the next five years and double staff numbers by 2026. With a team of just two - Partner Mark Neath and Adviser Kathryn Mansell - and a growing demand from business owners for their collaborative style of help and advice, particularly around succession plans, the Corporate Finance team was one of the obvious areas for growth.

The team...

New study shows over 1 in 5 employers will insist on staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the year ahead

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/25/2022 - 11:08pm

A new survey from Acas has found that over one in five employers plan to implement a ‘no jab no job’ policy in the year ahead for both new and existing staff.

Acas commissioned YouGov to ask British businesses about whether they plan to make it a requirement for staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Acas Chief Executive, Susan Clews, said: “Most workplaces are starting to navigate what working life should look like post-pandemic and it is clear from our poll that most employers have no plans to require staff to be vaccinated.

“One...

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