Technology, and its role in supporting a more sustainable future, is becoming increasingly important across all sectors, including Farming and Woodland Management.
tis a governmen t funded programme supporting adults in the South West to develop the in-demand skills required by industry through free training.
In January, Duchy College in Cornwall and Bicton College in Devon are running an 8-week Agri-Tech Woodland Management course. There are no set entry requirements to take part, and the course is completely free! Students over the age of 19 with an interest in Forestry...
Students of award-winning Hair@theAcademy based in Exeter were both surprised and delighted to receive unexpected food and Christmas gifts kindly donated by the local community to spread a little joy and happiness over the festive season.
Mary Pugsley MBE, a senior state registered hairdresser (SSRH), set up Hair@theAcademy in 2004 from a small room at Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education with just three back-wash basins. It had always been her dream to support young adults with complex needs, including learners who are vulnerably housed, in the care system and from all kinds of...
Life insurance experts Reassured have analysed recent ONS data to find out the average life expectancy across various UK regions and what factors impact life expectancy.
We will look at the various factors the impact life expectancy and the findings for the South West.
How does the South West compare to the UK average?
The data found that the average life expectancy in the UK is 85.7, the average for women is 87.2 years, while it is nearly three years lower for men, as they average 84.3 years.
The South West region boasts an impressive life expectancy...
Samaritans volunteers in the Exeter, Mid and East Devon branch will be among those on hand across the country over the festive season to listen to anyone having a tough time.
Thousands of volunteers across the UK and Ireland will be working shifts for the charity to ensure its helpline is open around the clock - even on Christmas Day and New Yearโs Eve. And that includes volunteers from across Exeter, Mid and East Devon too.
Mental health, family issues, isolation and loneliness are expected to be the top concerns - along with worries over the pandemic. Relationship...
We all have at least one woman in our lives for who buying a gift is challenging. Whether this is a Christmas or birthday gift, or for some other occasion, we struggle to find something they will like, and wonโt already have. If youโre stuck for gift ideas, here are some suggestions.
Jewellery
Because many women spend so much time looking after everyone else, theyโre less likely to splash on elegant and timeless jewellery for themselves. Gifts such as pearl earrings, bracelets or rings from Chisholm Hunter can make the recipient feel special. Even if she already has similar...
The University of Exeter has helped secure more than ยฃ3 million in funding to lead pioneering new research into sustainable mineral production in the Philippines.
Experts from the University of Exeter will play a pivotal role in two new projects, designed to support a green future for mining in the Philippines.
The first project, called PANAMA and receiving a total value of ยฃ1.5 million, will develop a novel approach to remediate and protect ecosystems and humans from metal pollutants so that sustainable mining can progress in the Philippines. The project is a major...
Every business needs to send information through the mail, but it can be hard to find a good service. If you are looking for the best eFax service provider, then you have come to the right place. We will also go over some of the most important criteria considered when selecting an eFax services company. If you want more information on these points, make sure to keep reading.
Specialised Services for Business
The first thing that you need to consider is what type of faxing services the company offers. As highlighted by the team behind faxburner , it is good to have an eFax that...
Roadworks will be lifted on motorways and major A-roads from Tuesday 21 December to help keep traffic flowing
National Highways will be working round the clock to remove more than 900 miles of roadworks ahead of the festive getaway.
This means nearly 98 per cent of motorways and major A roads will be roadworks-free in time for those travelling to see loved ones or making other journeys for Christmas.
National Highways travel-time data from the past couple of Christmases suggests next Thursday - the day before Christmas Eve - is likely to be one of the busier travel days...
