The number of people improving their homes has risen in recent years, with many people feeling the need to make their space betterin light of the ongoing lockdown. In the UK new research shows that the number of homeowners undertaking renovations to their property has risen by 50% since 2020.
It is important for homeowners to make sure they are aware of any local authority requirements assocaited wtih any changes, such as obtaining planning permission or making alterations to building regulations. If you are curious to find out more about why there’s an increase in home...
A campaign has been launched by Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, and Topsham’s Councillors to call for the former fire station in the town to be returned to the community.
Located on Fore Street, the iconic building will soon be put up for sale by Devon and Somerset’s Fire and Rescue Service.
The former Fire Station closed last year with Topsham’s Firefighters being relocated to the Service HQ at Clyst St George.
A petition has been created with the express intention of asking Devon and Somerset’s Fire and Rescue Service to look favourably at any bid for the...
People can meet Exeter’s bees, create embroidery using GPS technology and explore the city’s maritime history at a series of innovative outdoor events this summer.
Artists have developed unusual ways to bring audiences together safely and new approaches for people to enjoy the arts together.
The outdoor performances have been commissioned by University of Exeter academics who are leading a major research project into outdoor performances. Their work will show how city centres can ’build back better’ after the coronavirus pandemic in performances that think about new...
Exeter's Business School is looking to recruit South West businesses for the Peer Networks programme, which will see their owners coached in a powerful leadership development method designed to build their resilience and help them adapt to the new economic climate.
The ‘action learning’ sessions will be free, as part of the government’s Peer Networks programme , funded by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and co-ordinated by Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEP).
The Business School has been commissioned to deliver the Peer Networks...
Michelmores is pleased to welcome another four new Partners to the Firm, promoting Michelmores' investment in talent for growth and bolstering the Firm's Private Wealth offering across the UK. The recruits come hot on the heels of the recent hire of Christian Massey, who brings with him a breadth of experience across landed estates and rural property.
Through the recruitment of leading lawyers across the UK, Michelmores aims to extend its network of influence, and to offer its clients holistic and strategic guidance. Three of the new partners are women, adding strength to...
A new-look, state-of-the-art event hall, alongside extended conference centre facilities, has opened its doors at the heart of Buckfast Abbey ready to support businesses and event organisers seeking an inspirational and easily accessible venue for meetings, conferences, exhibitions, trade shows or events.
Conveniently located midway between Exeter and Plymouth, just off the A38, the Conference Centre’s Schiller Hall has undergone a £2million makeover, including the construction of a new mezzanine floor and terrace area, which makes the most of stunning views over the River Dart,...
A schoolboy from St Peter’s CoE Aided School, Exeter has reached the final stages of a national competition to find tech solutions to big challenges like climate change.
BT is delighted to announce that Otto Sutton has made it to the final of the BT Young Pioneer Award as part of Tech4Good 2021. Otto has come up with the idea for an app to help people ‘upcycle’ everyday items they might find in their home to avoid them heading for landfill.
BT co-founded the Tech4Good awards with AbilityNet over 10 years ago, to recognise organisations and individuals who use digital...
Steve Hill has been appointed Vice Chair of the Institute of Directors South West region.
Steve is a qualified Chartered Director and volunteer Ambassador representing the SME community in the region. He will support the transition to a new Chair later in the year when Muir Macdonald steps down after his three year term.
Steve started his career working for GEC Marconi in the 1980s. Having worked in a variety of roles he moved into project management and business leadership and also attained a post graduate degree in Project Management. In 2000 Steve took up his first...
