Many businesses across the UK have been plunged into the depths of economic despair due to the Coronavirus pandemic. In fact, between March and June 2020, 649,000* UK employees were left unemployed as a result of lockdown. Small and medium sized businesses are the backbone of the economy, but it appears many would-be entrepreneurs are now too afraid to start their own business, given the uncertainty of the economy over the next few months and possibly years.
InvestingReviews.co.uk conducted a survey (3,000; 18+) which revealed that over 1 in 5 (22%) would-be entrepreneurs in...
Pupils at St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy in Exeter will be welcomed back to school by a large mythical dragon when they return after the summer break.
The colourful dragon is designed to slow traffic and encourage people driving to be more aware of people who are walking and cycling, to make the space outside the school safer for school children and other road users. The dragon spans the road outside the school and is the first of its kind in Devon.
Sustrans and Devon County Council have been working on this road safety project with the school and local...
The Exeter community is being invited to contribute photographs of the local area to be included in a 2021 calendar which will be sold to raise funds for Devon Air Ambulance and Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust.
RGB Building Supplies is looking to find 12 photographs that celebrate the diverse scenery of the region and are asking people in the area to send in pictures of their favourite places. From the historic Exeter Cathedral or the stunning grounds of Bicton Park Botanical Gardens, to local wildlife or a hidden gem that deserves to be highlighted, any photo that showcases the...
One of the University of Exeter’s rising research stars has been awarded a prestigious Engineering Research Fellowship, it has been announced.
Dr Alex Powell, from Exeter’s Physics and Astronomy department and the newly formed Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation (CMRI), has been awarded a highly competitive fellowship from the Royal Academy of Engineering.
These fellowships, awarded to 16 of the UK’s best early-career researchers each year and worth around £500,000, are designed to advance excellence in engineering by enabling early-career researchers to...
A mace Sergeant who works at Exeter’s Guildhall has been given a second historic role within the city.
Davy Johnston has been appointed as the Beadle for Tuckers Hall. He will work in his new role for the Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers and Shearmen, the historic guild of Exeter’s ancient cloth trade. He is pictured in his new ceremonial uniform above.
Davy, who can usually be seen at the historic Guildhall and at civic occasions (seen pictured above outside Cathedral with former Lord Mayor Lesley Robson), will continue with this job alongside his new role. As Beadle...
A monitor lizard found wandering around an Exeter park has been reunited with its owner.
Rex, as he is known, escaped from his owner’s bedroom on Tuesday night and made his way into the neighbouring Belle Isle Park.
A member of the public spotted the metre-long lizard in the wooded area of the park whilst out walking on Wednesday afternoon.
The woman raised the alarm and parks staff from Exeter City Council were able to relocate Rex in long grass and put him into safe keeping at Exeter Exotics.
On Thursday Rex was reunited with his owner, who was...
Organisations can apply to Postcode Neighbourhood Trust for grants between £500 and £20,000 from now until Wednesday 19th August, when applications will close.
The funding boost is available thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery .
Local charities and good causes impacted by COVID-19 are being urged to apply for up to £20,000 in funding.
Groups looking to increase their resilience, adapt or expand their services as a result of the pandemic should apply. Funding will support a variety of activities, including covering core costs.
Topsham based Darts Farm is collaborating with some of our country’s best sculptors to create their first ever Sculpture Trail around their farm and wetlands.
With many shows and events cancelled this year and galleries still struggling to open, artists have lost nearly all routes to market during this pandemic. However, behind the scenes artists have been keeping very busy, hand crafting new wonders of art, many of which will be showcased at Darts Farm from Thursday 13th August until Sunday 13th September.
Weave your way around Darts Farm’s iconic Farm and Bird-hide,...
Research is underway to understand how effective SMEs in the South West have been at using technology during the pandemic.
Exeter-based IT and support company, Timewade are running an online survey to understand successes and challenges, to feed back to the business community.
Already, some of the initial findings are providing invaluable insight, with just 16% saying their technology was fully prepared for the Covid-19 pandemic. Those taking the survey, which runs through the summer, will be the first to receive the full findings.
Devon Air Ambulance has launched their latest virtual event, designed to bring your creativity and imagination together in a brand-new challenge!
Devon Air Ambulance’s annual Dragon Boat Festival would usually take place at Exeter Quay in September, but as with many events, it can no longer take place dueto ongoing Coronavirus restrictions.
This means that for those fired up by a new project can unleash the spirit of Devon’sfavourite Dragon Boat Festival by hatching a plan to build one’s very own.
It's not just for children. It’s a fun activity for everyone -...
