Local authority leaders across Devon have spoken out in concern for the people of Ukraine and their families, following the Russian invasion.
Team Devon authorities, including Devon County and District Councils and the Devon Association of Local Councils, have pledged to work together to support Ukrainian refugees seeking sanctuary in the UK, and have each condemned Russia's actions.
They have agreed to give particular support to families in Devon whose relatives in Ukraine are fleeing the conflict.
Individually, councils have also taken steps to cut Russian...
Bitcoin is a digital currency that can be transferred through the internet. it was created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009 as open-source software. It has since become increasingly popular since its inception because it provides many benefits to users regardless of their geographical location or socioeconomic status. It not only acts as a financial resource but also stores information about its users which makes It even more valuable for both users and non-users alike. For further information, visit https://www.bitcoinrevolution.org/
The first example of Its use is the fact that It...
Exeter’s Pyramids leisure centre has closed for good after more than 80 years.
The site on Heavitree Road was planning to shut permanently when nearby St Sidwell’s Point opens in April, but the closure has been brought forward due to storm damage.
Exeter City Council said it is avoiding unnecessary costs associated with repairing the damage, after it was temporarily closed two weeks ago when a section of the roof collapsed during Storm Eunice.
All sessions, along with the staff, have relocated to other...
Saving money in the home is essential. As costs seem to rise as the years go on, we are all trying to find ways to keep money in our pockets. The best way to save money in the home is through energy efficiency. Here are a few energy saving tips in the home.
Solar Panels
By installing solar panels on your home, you will be using less energy for heat, and that will have a positive effect on your bank account. Harnessing the power of solar energy will not only make your home more energy efficient, but home heating and cooling costs will drop. That’s a win/win.
The Aled Jones Holy Buildings Tour arrives in Exeter on 10th March when the former choir boy will showcase the talent of the fast rising classical composer and pianist Tamara Konstantin.
The tour, which kicked off at St Mary’s Church in Nottingham on 23rd February, takes in some of the most stunning holy buildings in the UK, including Manchester Monastery, Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, Coventry Cathedral and Durham Cathedral, before ending at St Asaph Cathedral on 26th March.
Tamara, who has been enjoying huge success with her new album ‘Resilience’, is accompanied by her...
The first type of loft conversion is the internal loft conversion. This type of loft conversion requires very little alteration to the current exterior of the home. Some additions you may need are skylights, stud walls, insulation, and plumbing alterations.
Skylights are windows placed in the roof and stud walls are plasterboard walls found in all new build properties.
Typically, insulation and strengthening the floor are issues you come across. These are often the most cost-effective types of loft...
The UK has one of the world’s most vibrant and varied gambling markets, generating billions for the economy each year, and entertaining players the length and breadth of the nation.
Of course not every form of gambling is equally popular, and there are some games and experiences which garner more attention than others.
If you’re interested in the games Brits love most, or you are looking for something new to play yourself, read on for a rundown of the most widely enjoyed and profitable casino and gambling activities.
Okehampton-headquartered fuel supplier Moorland Fuels Ltd and its sister company in West Yorkshire, Craggs Energy Ltd, have transferred ownership of the businesses to their 55-strong workforce.
The directors have transferred 100 per cent of shares in the businesses to their teams by establishing an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), funded by future profits.
Moorland Fuels, which has been in operation for over fifteen years, provide fuel delivery services and wider solutions to homes, farms and businesses. With bases Okehampton and Plymouth, Moorland Fuels primarily serves...
A powerful challenge which empowers secondary school students to tackle hate within their communities is being launched across the UK this week.
The annual Stronger Than Hate Challenge encourages students aged 13-18 to use their creativity to show how testimony can bring communities closer together. Entries can take the form of a video, poem, song, blog or piece of art and a first prize of £5000 plus iPads is on offer. Full rules and submission details are available here.
The Stronger Than Hate Challenge demonstrates the power of learning from the past and raising one’s...
