Devon is already home to world class, innovative businesses and a campaign by Devon County Council is aiming to make it easier for companies and entrepreneurs to move to the county and be part of its on-going success story.
Devon Delivers ( www.investdevon.co.uk ) is highlighting the wide range of businesses that have played a part in Devon’s economy growing faster than the national average over the past decade.
That growth is set to continue, with investment in vital infrastructure making Devon even better connected. Companies looking for the next stage...
An East Devon coastal road closed by a cliff fall during heavy rainfall in the Summer will not re-open, Devon County Council has confirmed.
Old Beer Road in Seaton has been closed since 12 July after a 25 metre section of the road fell away by around three metres.
A geotechnical report was carried out earlier this year by Devon based experts Frederick Sherrell Ltd. Its findings suggest that the collapse was triggered by the prolonged rainfall, saturating the weathered mudstone and leading to a “block” failure. It also advises that further slippage is...
With the hectic schedule of everyday life and the nights drawing in, make your bathroom the ultimate room in which to unwind with some easy updates. Indulge in some luxury with Egyptian cotton towels, available in 32 different colourways so there is a shade to suit every style. Add lanterns and candles, such as the Wax Lyrical Moroccan Spice range, to sideboards or windowsills for a truly tranquil retreat.
“The bathroom should be a place of relaxation; create a moody ambience with Moroccan-inspired lanterns and inject colour with luxurious bath linen, such as Dunelm Mill’...
Two young executives from Exeter firm Thomas Westcott Accountants, have qualified as a chartered certified accountants. Philip Cooke, 23 and Laura Kitchin, 22, who have both been with the firm since they were teenagers, have completed their studies and are now Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) accredited.
Philip, who works in the Exeter office, has been working with Thomas Westcott since he was 18-years-old and said he was delighted to have completed his studies. He said he enjoys he enjoys his role with the firm; meeting new clients and working around...
Today’s announcement delaying the two badger cull pilots expected this autumn was exceptionally difficult but on balance is responsible and right said the NFU.
With just weeks left of the autumn, the companies working to deliver this element of the government’s TB eradication policy have agreed with the NFU and government to postpone until next year.
NFU President Peter Kendall said he understood that today’s news would come as devastating blow to farmers who are desperate for a solution to the cycle...
Backed up by a strong local petition, 38 Degrees members across the country will be planning on meeting with their Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), including a public meeting at Exeter Central Library on Monday 29th October from 7pm to 8.30pm. They will be asking CCGs to adopt the amendments in their Guide for CCGs . Patients, doctors, nurses, other health workers and all concerned members of the public have been invited to attend the event.
The topic for discussion will cover such issues as c hildren’s health services in Devon, which are to be controversially...
Ok, say you don't like all that r'n'b stuff and like to tune into something most likely involving a guitar at some point, well Exeter has something for you too. It may not be London, which features the Electric Ballroom and Slime, but neither is it a desert for those with an inner goth/indie kid.
Information kindly supplied by The Student Room: http://www.thestudentroom.co.uk
The Cavern
A small underground bar/gig venue/daytime cafe between Queen Street and Gandy Street, the Cavern offers a pretty cool atmosphere to have a few drinks and enjoy live bands. Bar prices are...
This weekend when you change your clock take an extra moment to test your smoke alarm and check the battery is still working.
We all make sure our clocks are telling the right time, so it’s amazing to think that many people forget to ensure the safety of themselves and their loved ones by not testing their smoke alarms regularly.
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are supporting the Fire Kills campaign by reminding people to test their smoke alarms as they change their clocks this weekend - Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 October – it could save your...
Exeter's Northcott Theatre is offering an exciting half term of workshops with veteran UK hip-hop dance artist Banxy . As one of the original practitioners of the b boy/b girl, street and hip-hop genre, he has taught the core fundamentals of this ever-popular art form to participants for over 20 years.
All his workshops offer participants the chance to learn new and challenging moves, explore their own creativity and engage positively with others whilst learning in a fun and safe environment.
Banxy's workshops are suitable for those aged 7 yrs+ and are...
Devon County Council’s new ‘Heritage Centre’ was officially opened this morning (22nd October) by Council Chairman Jerry Brook. Brook told the impressive number of people attending the launch, "What is here, this combination of all the records is probably one of the most important facilities open in the county today.
"I tell my children, if you want to know where you are going, you have to know where you've been, and this centre does just that. And what's most important, it is accessible to everyone."
Phil Norrey, Chief Executive of the Devon County...
