A biennial exhibition showing work by 15 new or emerging designer-makers from the South West. The exhibition reveals a diversity of approach to materials and the design process, whilst also providing a debut platform for new makers’ craftwork
Forget trudging from one hectic dealership to another – you can now buy a car from the comfort of your own home.
Online used car dealership, Carspring has officially launched in Exeter, enabling users to get a used vehicle delivered from their very own, dedicated page.
The new site offers flexible finance, a 14-day money-back guarantee and doorstep delivery within the Exeter area.
The company’s launch in the city reflects Carspring’s exponential development from a disruptive startup to a growth stage company in just a year.
Do you play rugby, live in the UK or Republic of Ireland, were born in Poland or have a Polish parent or grandparent? If so, you can play for Polish national rugby teams - even if you don’t speak the language!
The first trial for rugby players who live in the England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and qualify to play for the Poland, will be held on the 17th December in Exeter.
The trials will take the form of two sessions (commencing at 12:00 and 16:00) and will be held with the Poland Under 18 rugby team who will be on tour in Exeter at the time. The U18 team is scheduled...
A bid has been submitted to the Government for Coastal Communities Funding for the Dawlish to Teignmouth section of the Teign Estuary Trail.
Following a public consultation earlier this year, Devon County Council has developed a preferred option for the scheme which Dawlish Town Council and Teignbridge District Council are being asked to consider.
Just over 150 responses were received during the consultation. Of those who responded, 71% either supported or strongly supported improving pedestrian and cycling facilities through Dawlish.
A leading law firm from Devon and Cornwall has featured in the rankings of the biggest trade mark filers in the UK for the first time. Stephens Scown LLP was ranked among the top 100 firms filing trade marks in the UK and EU, achieving the highest ranking for a firm based in Devon and Cornwall. Stephens Scown was ranked at number 41 for EU trade mark filings and number 61 for UK filings. The rankings were compiled by Corsearch for the Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys and are based on trade mark filings in 2015. Ben Travers, partner and head of intellectual property and IT at Stephens...
Devon County Council is calling for a pause in planned cuts to hospital services across the county.
There has been widespread public opposition to the cuts to acute and hospital beds proposed to head off a multi-million deficit in health services.
Now Devon County Council is calling on the Government and NHS England to provide fair funding for health services in Devon.
Councillors agreed today that until health services in Devon are properly funded it was not possible to judge what the deficit was and if any action was needed to balance the books.
The Governing Body of St Peter’s Church of England Aided School in Exeter are delighted to announce their best ever GCSE progress for the class of 2016.
Chair of Governors Bindu Arjoon said: “These results show that governors, staff and students, supported by the Diocese have worked together to continue to build on last year’s progress.
“We are not complacent as we know there is always room to improve but with the appointment of Phil Randall as Headteacher, we are confident that we will continue on our path of striving for excellence with the school’s Christian ethos at the...
The conservation charity Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT) is to take over the long term management of Exeter’s Valley Parks. The transfer of management was agreed last night at a meeting of the Trust’s Board. Although Exeter City Council will continue to own the Valley Parks, day-to-day management will be carried out by Devon Wildlife Trust. The date for the transfer is yet to be finalised but is expected to occur in 2017. The transfer applies to large parts of Riverside, Ludwell, Mincinglake, Duryard, Belvidere, Barley Valley and Whitycombe Way.
A group of Devon based comedians will host an evening of free comedy in Exeter next week as part of a new regular night.
The new coalition of comics are hosting free shows across the South West under the banner 'The Comedy Avengers' and it will include a monthly show at The Hole in the Wall in Exeter on the second Tuesday of every month.
The comics, who perform nationwide on the professional circuit and have won a number of awards between them, offer a variety of styles including props, one liners and musical comedy as well as straightforward stand up.
A big boost on spending for adult social care and health is being planned by Devon County Council despite continuing Government cuts.
Next year's target budget calls for an extra £18.8 million to be spent on adult care and health in 2017/18. That's a rise of almost 10 per cent and would take the total budget to £216.5 million.
The budget targets will be considered by Devon's Cabinet next Wednesday but they come with a tough health warning from County Treasurer Mary Davis.
In a report to councillors, she says the Government still hasn't confirmed what level of grant...
