A sustainable chocolate startup, an app to monitor flood resilience and an A-level politics revision platform were among the original and inspiring business ideas celebrated at the Student Startups Awards.
The virtual event, hosted earlier this month by the SETsquared Exeter Student Startup team, was the culmination of another successful year for the University’s Startups programmes, with 34 grants awarded totalling £40,180 and more than 900 engagements with students, graduates, strategic partners and the wider community.
We are delighted to announce that our valuations team will be on the road again and coming to a town near you.Edward Barrow and Dickon Pollard will be touring the country offering free advice and valuations. So, if you are looking to sell your collection or would just like to find out more about the services we offer, why not book an appointment at one of our upcoming events. For further information or to book appointments please contact Edward Barrow on ebarrow@stanleygibbons.com or call him direct on 0207 557 4401.
We are delighted to announce that our valuations team will be on the road again and coming to a town near you.Edward Barrow and Dickon Pollard will be touring the country offering free advice and valuations. So, if you are looking to sell your collection or would just like to find out more about the services we offer, why not book an appointment at one of our upcoming events. For further information or to book appointments please contact Edward Barrow on ebarrow@stanleygibbons.com or call him direct on 0207 557 4401.
Devon’s newest railway station at Marsh Barton, in Exeter, is taking shape as work continues at pace this summer.
The station, located on the eastern edge of Marsh Barton near the Energy from Waste plant, is being developed by GRAHAM on behalf of Devon County Council, and is due to open this winter.
Partners involved in the development of the new station at Marsh Barton were recently invited to visit the site to see how work is progressing.
Since the new pedestrian and cycle overbridge at the site was lifted into place in February, two approach ramps have been...
Alternatives to smoking that resemble modern-day vapes have been in development since the twentieth century and come in many varieties. Their purpose is for recreational use but can also help people who smoke to become less dependent on traditional cigarettes and eventually tackle their nicotine addiction. You might be wondering whether vaping or smoking is the better choice. Of course, if you have never tried either then it is best to avoid taking up something that has the potential to become addictive. However, if you already smoke or vape, then this information can be incredibly useful...
As Exeter based Situ launch their ‘Be More Starfish’ Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programme based on the starfish parable* that says, ‘everyone can make a difference’, the company is very proud to have achieved silver status from universal sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis.
Tens of thousands of companies partner with EcoVadis to collaborate on sustainability, using a common platform, universal scorecard, benchmarks, and performance improvement tools. Companies are reviewed across a number of areas that are key to meeting sustainable targets, including the...
There was cause for celebration last week as the Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor Yolanda Henson, officially opened the new Show Suite at Pym Court – the latest development from the leading manager and developer of retirement communities, McCarthy Stone.
To mark the occasion, the Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor Yolanda Henson, joined the sales team at Pym Court, to perform a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the show suite at the Retirement Living Plus Development on Exeter Road.
Councillor Yolanda Henson said: “I was thrilled to be invited to the opening of the Show Suite at...
If you’re running a busy office, there’s no limit to how many times a day the telephone might ring. This is especially true for peak periods when it may feel like it’s buzzing non-stop. But how many of these calls are answered? And what percentage are properly dealt with, in a professional and timely manner? Missing just two calls a week can lead to 104 missed opportunities every year. Can your business afford to miss out on them?
Missing calls not only signifies a slip in your customer service offering, which can risk damaging your company’s hard-earned reputation. It also means...
The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth has something to keep the whole family entertained this summer, including a summer trail and a new natural play area.
The new play area, located in the heart of the sanctuary, brings children of all ages, social groups and abilities together to use their imaginations, explore and have fun.
Set among a landscaped area, surrounded by native trees, shrubs and plants, the play park offers a safe natural environment for younger members of the family to let their imaginations run free.
Projects that support Devon communities have the opportunity to apply for funding through a new scheme.
Grants ranging from £500 to £3,000 are available through the Growing Communities Fund .
The new fund has been established by Devon County Council to assist projects which directly benefit communities, either by helping to build self-reliance and resilience, tackle hardship such as food and fuel inequality, improve mental health and wellbeing, address loneliness and isolation, or respond to the climate emergency.
Schemes that are eligible for funding can be new...
