The UK’s largest nature conservation charity, the RSPB, has revealed it’s “top ten spectacular autumn nature reserves” to visit this September, as people across the country look to escape the everyday with a staycation.
With over 200 nature reserves across the country, the charity are celebrating the wonderful autumn season by inviting people to spend time in nature – whether it’s a relaxing stroll through swaying reeds, a crunchy walk through fallen leaves and mystical woodland, or a peaceful sunset over a mosaic of habitats.
THIS September – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – people in Devon and Cornwall are being called on to clear out their wardrobes to help more children and young people survive cancer.
They are being urged to donate pre-loved quality fashion and homeware to TK Maxx’s Give Up Clothes for Good campaign, in support of Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People.
When sold in Cancer Research UK shops, each bag of items donated could raise up to £25 to help fund research into children’s and young people’s cancers.
Thanks to ‘open door’ recruitment policy, new hires are up 34% on last year
Exeter financial experts Old Mill has welcomed 15 new starters this week as the firm continues to expand and grow, despite the impact of COVID-19.
Following a record trainee year in 2021, a number of senior appointments and this week’s intake, new hires across the firm are up 34% on last year.
Amongst those who have joined Old Mill this week are 10 trainee accountants who have come from various colleges, schools and universities across the UK.
Challenge Fund launched to help growth of Community Energy sector
Devon is aiming to bolster its position as the UK’s leading area for the Community Energy sector with the launch of a new pilot funding scheme. Devon County Council is making £200,000 available through its new Community Energy Challenge Fund, as part of its efforts to support economic recovery following the pandemic. Not for profit organisations, public sector bodies and community groups across the county will be able to bid for one-off grants of between £1,000 and £25,000. The scheme will help enable the...
The consultation period for Peninsula Transport’s vision for the future of South West transport will close on 17th September 2021.
Launched in July, the vision is an important milestone in the development of a full, longer-term regional transport strategy, which will provide a more efficient, resilient and cleaner transport system across the peninsula.
Chairman of Peninsula Transport, Councillor Andrea Davis, said: “The key challenge is to strengthen the strategic links in and out of the peninsula, so that they keep pace with the rest of the UK. Transport is a vital part...
To meet the growing demand for its tax services across South West England and beyond, award-winning accountancy firm Milsted Langdon has appointed Patrick Collins as its latest Tax Director.
Patrick joins the firm’s office in Bristol with more than 20 years of experience working in private client tax matters, including time spent at two ‘Big Four’ firms and some of the leading Top 20 accountancy firms.
He is an excellent addition to the firm’s already experienced team and can advise on a wide range of issues affecting entrepreneurs, business owners and high net worth...
Dive into a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival is bringing a brand-new collection of spectacular ocean-themed films to Exeter Corn Exchange this autumn
Returning as a live theatre tour, the Ocean Film Festival features a selection of short films starring wild seafaring voyages, extreme watersports and marine conservation from the least explored depths of the planet.
“We can’t wait to set sail back into theatres with our latest inspirational collection of ocean films,” says tour director Nell Teasdale.
Following a year of cancelled events and changes to the working life, Trotec laser is pleased to be hitting the road and taking a cohort of laser machines on the road to Exeter between September 21st and 22nd.
The roadshows are designed to bring Trotec's laser cutters and engravers to a wider audience. The events are ideal for businesses interested in seeing how the introduction of laser technology can improve workflow and profitability.
Each roadshow appointment is tailored to the specific needs of the visitor. From improving productivity or production quality with a...
The cyber crime rate went up to 600% since the COVID-19 pandemic. There’s been a significant increase in more sophisticated phishing attacks posing as health officials. Of course, considering the current situation, many people were deceived into taking action, clicking on malicious links, and giving their credentials.
To protect you from these types of attacks, your web hosting provider should utilize two-factor authentication to help prevent cybercriminals from getting access to your account and sensitive data.
As the name implies, two-factor authentication adds a layer...
S pain is a beautiful place to spend your vacation. It has the best festivals, idyllic coastlines, and a warm climate, making it a popular travel destination. Whether you'll spend your holidays or your longer summer vacations here, you can make it more meaningful through the following activities:
Learn Spanish
The first is to learn Spanish, a language that half a billion in the world speak. This means you can make friends with many people worldwide, especially if you visit Spain. Although you can take a Spanish vacation even without learning their language,...
