South West Marketing and PR Agency Shortlisted for Prestigious Industry Award

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 08/12/2021 - 9:21am

Marketing and PR agency Astley Media has made the shortlist for a prestigious industry award at the Chartered Institute of Public Relations PRide Awards .

The South West agency is in the running for Outstanding Small Public Relations Consultancy 2021 at the industry awards ceremony.

Through a tough year for the industry, Astley Media has grown its team and begun working with exciting new clients in the tech, education and government sectors.

Dan Pritchard, Managing Director, said: “Making the shortlist for a CIPR PRide award is an incredible achievement for the team...

What do Exeter businesses need to get in line with data compliance?

As businesses acclimatise to the new working normal, one issue rearing its head is compliance. Exeter businesses have been getting on board with regulatory change , but further change is on the way. The BBC report that the EU has granted certain data protection statuses to the UK, with the caveat of a clearly stated ‘sunset clause’ that will mean businesses need to get their houses in order over the next three years. Exeter businesses, more and more of which are shifting into the digital sector, must adapt to continue to grow.

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Pro cyclist gives his verdict on the Devon Stage of The Tour of Britain

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/11/2021 - 11:57pm

Around 115 miles (185km) of the county will feature in the Devon Stage of this year’s Tour of Britain on Monday 6 September.

We asked Freddie Scheske, Devon-based pro cyclist and University of Exeter graduate, to give us his verdict on the route which starts in Sherford and finishes in Exeter.

The Ribble Weldtite Pro Cycling rider is hoping to make his Tour debut next month and he knows exactly what awaits the peloton in Devon. Here’s his prediction for the 2021 edition of the race (which you can also view on YouTube https://youtu.be/7egmM1CTLM4 ).

“It’s going...

Record-breaking success for ECS pupils

Exeter Cathedral School is celebrating another year of outstanding academic results. The Class of 2021 sat the prestigious Common Entrance exams, with 75% of all papers being graded A*-B. 100% of pupils have been awarded a place at their chosen senior school – with a record 84% of pupils winning a scholarship/exhibition.

Pupils will be moving on in September to some of the country’s leading senior schools, either close to home (Blundell’s, Exeter School, Maynard, Wellington) or further afield to Marlborough College, Sherborne School, Canford and Lancing College. They have been...

London homeowners, let your location inspire your interior decor

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 08/11/2021 - 11:14pm

Home to an estimated 8-10 million residents, living in London you will understand the uniqueness that each borough holds. So what attracted you to the location that you live? Find out how the aesthetic of London locations can be captured in your home interior styling.

Camden

Did you choose to live in Camden for its exciting and unique nature? Boho chic embodies the alternatively aesthetic buzzing with wild markets and events. A laidback and edgy style with the freedom of personal expression. Boho chic contains lots of visual interest, with emphasis on art, layering and...

Second-hand car sales soar, but is a used car right for you?

Authored by Frank Parker
Posted: Wed, 08/11/2021 - 10:43pm

Whether you’re buying a brand new car, or you’re sourcing a second-hand model, you will find clear-cut advantages and disadvantages to both. Ultimately, the option you choose is the definitive decision of your personal financial situation. However, it’s worth noting, that in the UK right now, the sales of second-hand cars are soaring, and have more than doubled in the last few months due to a shortage of new models. So, while the banger on your drive may now be worth more than you thought, how do you know if the purchase of another used car is the right choice for you?

Buying...

Exmouth RNLI rescue two stranded on beach

Exmouth RNLI volunteer crew launched this afternoon to rescue two individuals reportedly stranded by the tide off Budleigh Salterton between Otter Point and Brandy Head.

At 4.43pm today Wednesday 11 August 2021 the crew of Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to conduct a shoreline search along the Budleigh Salterton coastline east of Otter Point for a couple cut off by the tide in that area.

The charity’s lifeboat launched at 4.54pm, crewed by Helm, Guy Munnings and volunteer crew Sarah Pennicard and James Searle who made...

Teams announced to compete in 2021 Tour of Britain

The world’s top three teams will be among 18 squads competing in next month’s Tour of Britain .

INEOS Grenadiers, Deceuninck – Quick-Step and Team Jumbo - Visma will line up in the 17th edition of the UK’s leading bike race, with Devon hosting Stage Two of The Tour on Monday 6 September.

They are among the seven UCI WorldTeams – along with Israel Start-Up Nation, Movistar Team, Team DSM and Team Qhubeka NextHash – who will take part in the eight-day event, starting in Cornwall on Sunday 5 September.

They will be joined by four UCI ProTeams, including the Belgian...

fatraven’s platform revolutionising the recruitment industry’s’ return on investment

An exceptionally diligent UK organization has begun to completely take the recruitment world by storm. That company is fatraven . The fatraven team founded the organization with a few key goals in mind – they wanted to help companies increase their return on investment and assist them in getting the ultimate insights into the labour market. The organization has simply smashed those targets and achieved incredible results for top UK businesses up and down the country. They currently source over 3 million+ real-time jobs per month and have sourced in excess of 10 million+ jobs so far due to...

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