IoD appoints Steve Hill as South West chair

The Institute of Directors (IoD) has appointed Steve Hill to lead its South West region.

Steve was formerly vice-chair and succeeds Muir Macdonald, following the completion of Muir’s three-year term as chair.

Steve will be the voice for South West directors, ensuring they are represented within the IoD’s influential lobbying voice. He will forge connections between directors through a calendar of regional events and professional development training.

Steve was managing director of SEA, which delivers products and services to the defence and transport markets....

Devon printed packaging specialist says it has enough stock to meet Christmas demand head-on

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 11:46am

A DEVON printed-packaging company is preparing to meet high demand in the run up to Christmas and has secured stocks of raw materials despite shortages due to logistics and COVID-19 (November 2021).

Award-winning Newton Print in Newton Abbot specialises in assisting artisan, start-up and SME food and drink producers to bring their products to market on time, and, on shelves for Christmas.

Simon Besley, Sales and Marketing Director at Newton Print, explains: “It’s been a struggle for many businesses in our industry to get raw materials due to issues related to getting...

Mawgan Porth and the Bedruthan Steps to Holiday Heaven

Authored by Andy Payne
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 10:55am
Mawgan Porth and the Bedruthan Steps to Holiday Heaven

The last 18 months has provided challenges, of varying sizes and scales, for each and every one of us across the globe. This unprecedented time has afforded many the time to reassess future plans at home, at work and what we do with our spare time. For some, this might be planning early retirement. For others, this could be a career change or planning for another addition to the family (whether of the furry kind or otherwise). But one element of our lives that we all crave, look forward to and plan for is holidays. COVID still has the...

Tips for dealing with back pain

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 6:46am

A reported 2.5 million people in the UK experience some form of back pain each day. Plus, the issues don’t discriminate when it comes to age, as both young and elderly people can develop temporary or chronic back pain. Also, it might surprise you to learn that people in office jobs are more likely to experience the issue than manual workers.

If you are one of the many people enduring the problem, some tactics and products may ease your discomfort and restore your quality of life. Read these tips for dealing with back pain.

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InExeter presents a secret film experience at Exeter Cathedral

This year InExeter will celebrate the start of the festive season with a special film experience at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 16 November, this one-off event will see film fans enjoy a secret screening in a stunning setting.

Friends and family will be able to cosy up in the beautiful Exeter Cathedral to celebrate the start of Christmas festivities.

Ann Hunter InExeter manager says, “#CelebrateTogether is our theme this season and InExeter are thrilled to present this secret film experience, giving friends and family the opportunity to come together and enjoy some...

NHS Devon work on greener appointments showcased at COP26

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 10:55pm

Work by the Integrated Care System for Devon to promote the environmental benefits of virtual appointments is being showcased at COP26; the world’s largest climate action event, in a photography exhibition, “ Care for the future: delivering the world’s first net zero health service. ”

The photography exhibition, captured by portrait photographer Justin Lambert features NHS staff – from pharmacists to surgeons, mental health professionals to health visitors – who have pioneered greener healthcare initiatives for the benefit of their patients and the communities they serve....

Jon Gittens Pitch unveiled at St George's Park in honour of former FA coach

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 8:29pm

A pitch has been unveiled at the national football centre, in memory of former FA colleague and friend Jon Gittens. A role model and pioneer in coach education, as a Black coach developer Gittens was a leading voice in the conversation on equality, diversity and inclusion during his time with English football's governing body.

Through his work, Jon championed inclusivity and acted as a mentor and role model for the next generation of coaching talent from ethnically diverse communities. Since his loss in 2019, Gittens’ family and The FA have looked to celebrate his achievements in...

South West law firm sets ambitious net zero target for 2025

Employee-owned law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, is leading the charge against climate change by setting an ambitious target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2025 – well ahead of the Government’s target for businesses to reach net zero by 2050 and indeed ahead of most UK organisations.

The announcement comes ahead of the COP26 summit in Glasgow, which will bring parties together from across the world to accelerate action against climate change. It also comes hot on the heels of the Stephens Scown publishing its third annual Giving Back report, which can be viewed here ....

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New nursery to open at Winslade Park

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 12:35pm

Echoes Childcare will be opening at Exeter’s stunning new Winslade Park in early 2022.

Families in the local community as well as parents working at Winslade Park now have the chance to secure places at the brand new nursery facilities set in beautiful parkland.

Echoes will be located in an impressive 2892 sq ft premises in Winslade House which has been taken on a long-term lease. The building is ready to be transformed into a purpose-designed light-filled nursery and will include onsite kitchen facilities for the preparation of nutritious meals, individual playrooms, a...

Equipment and hands-on workshop brings incredible boost to QE's photography department

Queen Elizabeth's Photography Department was donated six cameras, worth £7,400 total, from Sony Europe B.V. as part of the company’s approach to inspire the photographers of the future.

Sony Europe, in partnership with the exceptionally talented London based photographer Tom Oldham, visited the school last week to run a full day workshop and one-to-one hands-on sessions with GCSE and A-Level students at QE. Students were then able to try out the new cameras and experiment with newly acquired techniques.

Tom Oldham is the 2020 recipient of the prestigious Open Photographer...

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