How to stay fit with a busy schedule

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 10:01am

If you have a full-time job, household chores to do at the weekend, relationships to maintain, and children to take care of, finding time to exercise can be a real challenge. Thankfully, there are many ways to combine exercise with some of your other daily or weekly activities. Read on for some tips on how to stay fit without adding any dedicated exercise slots to your already packed schedule.

Turn your commute into an exercise routine

Unless you live very far from your place of work, consider running, cycling or walking to work instead of driving or using public transport. Many...

Can I travel to Europe from the UK?

Europe is a beautiful continent with countries of varied diversity, culture, and attractions. With the situation of the global pandemic, the tourism in Europe had almost paused but with the improvement in the situation, the government of EU has relieved several restrictions and opened the borders to visitors. However, there still continue to be certain guidelines that must be followed in order to enter Europe.

Travelling to Europe from the UK has several restrictions as well. So if you’re planning to visit the continent as a Briton, you must first understand these restrictions...

Women in Investment Awards recognition for Charlotte

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/31/2021 - 10:17pm

A caring manager at Francis Clark Financial Planning (FCFP) has been shortlisted at the Women in Investment Awards after going the extra mile to support colleagues during the pandemic.

Charlotte Taylor-St Ruth is a finalist in the Team Leader of the Year category for small to medium firms at the prestigious event, organised by Investment Week in association with HSBC Asset Management.

Exeter-based Charlotte joined FCFP as head of client care in 2019 and is responsible for leading a team of 15 people based across seven offices, from Poole to Truro. Judges were impressed...

7 work safety tips for hair professionals 

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Sun, 10/31/2021 - 10:05pm

If you own a hair or beauty salon, you also have a responsibility to look after the health and safety of your employees and customers, so precautions must be taken where hazardous substances are used. You may not be aware of which products can harm you, so you must exercise extreme caution.

There are some precautions you should take in your saloon during the Covid-19 pandemic. But how can you ensure your safety at work? This article will provide you with seven work safety tips for your saloon or barbershop.

  1. Conduct a risk assessment

You must conduct...

Do I need a Covid test to fly to the USA?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sun, 10/31/2021 - 6:14am

Visiting the United States of America is a dream for many all over the world. Whether it’s to witness the Statue of Liberty in person or to experience being in the city of Wall Street, USA amazes all. In fact, when it comes to travelling, the country welcomes all kinds of travellers including solo, couple, business, and families. Further, the beautiful beaches, vast landscapes, and astonishing skyscrapers attract all. Click here to know more about travelling to the US .

Even though a number of people travel to the USA, the rise of the pandemic last year resulted in closing...

Celebrating a Memorable Christmas in Exeter

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Sun, 10/31/2021 - 12:19am

Exeter has always been known to be an ideal place to celebrate a traditional Christmas, but this year it promises to be even better, with the arrival of its first Winter Wonderland at Northernhay Gardens. This spot is spacious enough to enable organizers to entice locals and tourists alike with a host of Christmassy offerings—including Santa’s Grotto, where you can meet the Big Guy himself and ask him for a coveted present. There will also be festive food and drink to tantalise your tastebuds like Bratwurst sausage, currywurst, a generous hog roast, juicy steaks and beef burgers and more...

Redmayne Bentley ‘Highly Commended’ at inaugural investment management Diversity & Inclusion Awards

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sat, 10/30/2021 - 11:13pm

Last week saw the inaugural Diversity & Inclusion Awards by PIMFA, the trade association for wealth management, investment services and the investment and financial advice industry. There were close to 100 entries for the awards, from the sector which looks after £1.65 trillion in private savings and investments and employs over 63,000 people.

The UK investment management and stockbroking firm Redmayne Bentley, who has an office in Exeter, was ‘Highly Commended’ for the ‘Best Approach to Wellbeing’ award. Other firms shortlisted in the same category included 7IM, Coutts and...

Preparing your fleet for crisis: 5 essential steps

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sat, 10/30/2021 - 10:03pm

The lifeblood of a fleet lies in its vehicles and drivers. This is why it’s crucial to protect both assets, especially during a crisis. The problem is, most fleet managers tend to feel overwhelmed and dazed whenever something terrible happens. Of course, blanking out during times of crisis is a normal reaction.

This is why you need to set up a plan for emergencies even before they happen. This is what you call fleet risk management. Fleet managers need to set up a system to react accordingly during times of crisis and possibly stop problems before they occur. If you’re in the...

Robert Peston calls on Devon solicitors to aid charity campaign

ITV journalist Robert Peston is calling on solicitors in Devon to sign up to a charity campaign this November as the pandemic has left hundreds of local people waiting to write a will.

Some 49% of people in the UK do not have a will – and the coronavirus pandemic has seen a surge in demand for help from local solicitors.

The annual Will Aid campaign is helping meet the demand, but more support is needed from local firms who are receiving hundreds of enquiries from across the county.

The campaign not only helps both regular people up and down the UK communicate...

Wildlife friendly meat from Devon-based Farm Wilder

Let winter feasting begin with Farm Wilder’s wildlife friendly ethically reared meat boxes delivered straight to your door

Authored by Lucy
Posted: Sat, 10/30/2021 - 1:27pm

Delivered straight to your door this Christmas, Farm Wilder’s exclusive range of wildlife-friendly, pasture fed meat champions West County farmers who want to bring wildlife back to their farms.

The entire range is reared by farmers on Dartmoor, south Devon and east Cornwall who use regenerative farming practices. They work in harmony with the environment to benefit their animals, bringing high quality, high welfare ethically reared meat to your table with exceptional taste and texture.

Choose from a selection of boxes, or pick individual items and make up your own box....

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