Professional union, Prospect has urged the government to suspend its job cuts at the Environment Agency in the light of the recent widespread flooding.
The Agency has confirmed that it will be cutting 1,500 jobs including some from flood protection as part of the government’s latest round of austerity cuts.
Although it is unclear which area of the organisation will see the job losses but the union claims that 550 jobs related to flood protection could be lost.
A Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs spokesman said the agency was making its own choices...
New research by scientists at the University of Exeter has shown that cells demonstrate remarkable flexibility and versatility when it comes to how they divide - a finding with potential links to the underlying causes of many cancers. The study, published today in Developmental Cell, describes a number of routes to the formation of a microtubule spindle – the tracks along which DNA moves when a cell divides in order to make two genetically identical cells. In order to understand the phenomenon, the authors, including Biosciences researchers Dr. James Wakefield, PhD student Daniel Hayward...
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter is confident he will see a response from his side when they return to Aviva Premiership action this Sunday at London Wasps (3pm).
Just a week after going down 22-6 to Harlequins in Big Game 6 at a packed Twickenham Stadium, Devon's finest will again be hitting the road in pursuit of vital league points.
Last weekend's loss in the capital saw the Chiefs slip to sixth in the current standings, a place above this weekend's hosts who themselves warmed up for this encounter with a hard fought 17-12 success at Newcastle Falcons.
One in eight people in the South West fear they won’t be able to afford to pay the rent or mortgage at the end of this month, according to new research from Shelter released today.
The research, based on a YouGov survey of over 4,000 British adults, suggests that millions of us across the country will be starting the New Year worried about whether we’ll be able to keep their home.
Shelter is warning that the ‘ostrich effect’ created as a result of feeling overwhelmed by money worries could put homes in the South West at risk this year if overdue rent or mortgage bills are...
Local business expert David Hazzard from DestiNet NewZapp answers the question “Is social media replacing emails?”
David explains his answer and also goes on to describe how he thinks social media and emails can coincide.
“Social Media is a fantastic addition and opportunity for businesses to increase and improve their communication and marketing channels. But integration of email, social media and our forgotten old website is where companies gain most.”
To find out more you can contact David by email at sales@NewZapp.co.uk or by phone on 01392 447200
Tribal improvisational belly dance is a beautiful and exciting group dance. It uses a mix of classical and folkloric dance moves from the Middle East with influences from Indian dance and Flamenco.
Our classes are suitable for all ages and sizes. Just wear something comfortable, soft trousers or leggings, or a loose skirt. We normally dance barefoot, but if you prefer you can wear some light ballet pumps. No need to bare your belly unless you want to!
Join us to tone your muscles, improve your co-ordination, and make new friends.
People living close to the River Exe in Topsham and any other parts of Exeter that are at risk of flooding from tidal waters are being warned to protect their properties from an expected tidal surge tomorrow morning (Friday 3 January). The Environment Agency has issued severe flood warnings for coastal flooding for Friday morning. From around 6am and throughout the morning, waves are expected to reach up to 5m in height and combined with heavy rainfall and high winds, flooding may occur. For more information people are being advised to visit the Environment website www.environment-agency.gov...
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) is due to strike between 6:30am and 8:30am tomorrow morning (3 January) during a period of high flood risk.
The Met Office Yellow Weather Warning is to stay in place until late on friday night and heavy rainfall is expected tomorrow morning.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service have remained neutral on the dispute but have said: “It is important that the public recognise this will have an impact on our normal arrangements during the periods of dispute. Chief Fire Officer for Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service, Lee Howell, said...
With the 31 January tax return deadline just around the corner, HMRC has revealed the ‘Top 10 oddest excuses’ for sending in a late return.
The following bizarre, exotic and flimsy excuses have all been used by tardy taxpayers:
1. My pet goldfish died (self-employed builder) 2. I had a run-in with a cow (Midlands farmer) 3. After seeing a volcanic eruption on the news, I couldn’t concentrate on anything else (London woman) 4. My wife won’t give me my mail (self-employed trader) 5. My husband told me the deadline was 31 March, and I believed him (Leicester hairdresser) 6. I’...
