A new research hub led by the University of Exeter will spearhead national efforts to create a 'circular economy' where fewer resources are used and more waste materials reused – delivering huge benefits to the environment and UK economy.
The National Interdisciplinary Circular Economy Hub is supported with £3.5 million from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
It will work with the five circular economy centres that were announced last November to explore how reusing waste materials in a wide range of industries, including textiles, construction, chemical and metals,...
Homeowners at McCarthy Stone's Pinnoc Mews Retirement Living development in Exeter have launched an appeal to find ‘the missing piece in its puzzle’ to complete their vibrant community.
After a busy few months following the pandemic, all but two of the age-exclusive apartments at Pinnoc Mews on Bakers Way have now been sold and local retirees are being urged to come forward and join the fantastic set-up at Pinnoc Mews.
Nicki Beswarick, Divisional Marketing Manager for McCarthy Stone Southern, says: “We have all been facing a challenging time recently, so it is now more...
Litter pickers in Exeter are seeing a huge increase in the number of used disposable face masks being spotted during their patrols, as the number of single use masks in Exeter reaches 91,612 per day.
“The scale of the problem of carelessly dumped disposable face masks is massive – residents of Exeter use 91,612 single use plastic masks a day and sadly some of these are being dropped, or simply fall from people’s pockets – sightings are increasingly common now”, explains Charlotte Green of Exeter waste company TradeWaste.co.uk
RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with Radio Exe to recognise the county’s apprentices and is encouraging companies from all sectors to nominate in the Devon Outstanding Apprentice award.
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 8th to 14th February, RGB and Radio Exe are looking for apprentices who perhaps go the extra mile, have a great attitude, make an invaluable contribution to a company, or simply produce brilliant work.
One nominee will be named the winner and will receive £200 to spend on Exeter High Street, as well as £200 to spend...
According to the latest data from the Office of National Statistics , 32% of people in the UK are currently working from home, with this trend set to continue throughout 2021 and beyond.
Once a pipeline dream for many, the harsh reality of trying to balance family life with remote working has been a wake-up call for office workers up and down the country.
Fortunately, if you are feeling the strain of working from home, whether you are attempting to home school simultaneously or not, there are steps that you can take to make your working day just that little bit more...
A parking lot or parking business is a project that today makes excellent profits, since parking on the street is totally limited. Giving an opportunity to those entrepreneurs who want to start their own business, and the good thing about parking is that large buildings are not necessary, it can be set up on an outdoor lot and with time it can be expanded.
Parking businesses are usually in places where it is impossible to park on public roads, be it central places, shopping centers, near airports, hospitals or near events where there are large crowds. The good thing about the...
Our hygiene has been highlighted more than ever this past year. Singing happy birthday whilst washing our hands in warm water was encouraged along with making sure we clean surfaces down more, but new research has revealed that 45% of Exeter admit to not doing this despite expert advice.
A recent study has found that people in Exeter are divided when it comes to cleaning the room that they clean themselves in, the bathroom as some are not cleaning their toilet (18%), bath (25%), shower (21%), or sink (19%).
The research by luxury bathroom specialists, Big Bathroom Shop ,...
Becoming top of a Popular Trader Program is common among many traders using certain exchange platforms, especially when considering Copy Trading . Achieving certain requirements can see a trader benefit from each level achieved to become a Popular Trader, which can include benefits such as an additional monthly repayment to their capital, or earning a percentage of the amount of assets in their portfolio.
There are certain steps and risk requirements that a trader must follow in order to achieve this status, including having...
Gaming has become part of us, and we have become part of gaming. The majority of the things we do involve it. Even if it’s formal work, we have to get a break and play our favorite games either alone or with our friends. Playing games is fun and makes every moment of life enjoyable.
Gaming equally is useful in the education sector. Most learning curriculums globally have integrated games and learning together. The availability of games compatible with PCs has made it possible for teachers to teach students through gaming. Additionally, other smart devices are available hence...
Two landmark venues in Devon are opening as NHS Vaccination Centres today (26 January), ready to vaccinate tens of thousands of local people in coming weeks.
The Mayflower Grandstand at Plymouth Argyle Football Club’s Home Park Stadium, and exhibition and event venue Westpoint Exeter will be offering their first booked appointments to people in priority groups from Tuesday.
The two sites in Devon are among six launching across the South West today, bringing the national total to 50.
The Home Park and Westpoint Exeter sites mean thousands more vaccinations will...
