The University of Exeter has been shortlisted for this year’s Multicultural Apprenticeships Awards as University of the Year, and nine Exeter apprentices have also received nominations.
The Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards aims to showcase talent and diversity within multicultural communities and celebrate the achievements of apprentices and the contribution of employers and learning providers.
The University of Exeter has been shortlisted for its Degree Apprenticeship programmes, in which the University aims to drive social mobility through education.
As ‘ Bring Your Dog to Work Day ’ approaches on 21 June, South West businesses are being advised to consider the risks associated with dogs in the workplace.
Lynne Fisher, Associate Director of leading animal business insurer Cliverton, has emphasised the importance of balancing the well-documented benefits of having dogs at work – from reduced stress levels and improved productivity – with potential risks.
“While there are no specific laws about bringing dogs to work, employers must remember their duty of care obligations to ensure the safety, health and welfare of all...
Exeter-based B Corp four-day week environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has received Living Wage Employer accreditation from the Living Wage Foundation .
Tyler Grange Exeter has significantly increased employee salaries during recent years, to support staff during challenging times. This accreditation now officially recognises that all 80+ Tribe members are paid a fair and real Living Wage.
The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate based on the cost of living and is introduced voluntarily by employers. Tyler Grange is now just one of just 14,000 UK businesses – from...
I ask this as recently we had a conversation during a dementia training session about local community resources and I brought the term into conversation.
There were several attendees working in the health and social care sector who had not heard of this important community role leading me to write this brief overview.
At its simplest a Social prescriber (SP) centres around connecting people with activities and services that improve their health and well-being. Before I go on allow me to share the interchangeable terms you may hear to avoid confusion which in essence mean...
Self-guided city trail company, Go Quest Adventures is celebrating its second anniversary this June with the launch of a new Quest in Exeter, reimagined website and app as well as a limited time only discount code for Quest-goers.
Turning city streets into adventure playgrounds, Go Quest Adventures is a hugely popular interactive walking treasure hunt with a twist. Since its inception it has already established Quests in 23 cities across the UK.
As part of their birthday celebrations, the city trail company has announced Exeter as its latest Quest to be unlocked giving...
When most people are making plans to hit the beach or take it easy, one intrepid group of volunteers from The Nayamba Trust are preparing to jet off to Zambia on Saturday (15 June) to lead a week of phonics, sport and PSHE in a small rural community.
The volunteers are all connected in some way to the East Devon-based charity and as well as giving of their time free of charge, they have raised the cost of their travel and expenses in keeping with the ethos of the Trust in sending 100% of donations raised to Zambia.
A rich and varied programme has been prepared in advance...
For most, Father’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate and share their love for a parent. But for those who have experienced the death of a fatherly figure, including dads, step-dads and grandads, or are a bereaved father themselves, it can often bring up feelings of grief and upset.
With research from Co-op Funeralcare showing that 83% of people in the South West experienced the death of a loved one in the past five years, Exeter (Co-op) Funeralcare on Cowick Street is reaching out to the community this Father’s Day to offer advice and support for those who may be struggling this...
Jewson Live, the annual event for the UK’s professional tradespeople, is back – and for the first time, is coming to the Westpoint Arena.
One of four Jewson Live shows hosted by national builders’ merchant Jewson – now part of STARK UK – the event will take place at Westpoint in Exeter on Thursday June 13, running from 8am to 2pm, for customers across South West.
The event will cover three distinct areas – the Trading Zone, Future Zone, and Wellbeing Zone. In each zone, high profile speakers and trade experts will share the latest industry news and developments,...
A new Chief Fire Officer has been appointed to lead fire and rescue services across Devon and Somerset.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority, the body that governs the fire and rescue service for the two counties, appointed Gavin Ellis at its meeting on 10 June 2024.
Gavin has been serving as interim Chief Fire Officer since May 2023. He will replace Lee Howell, who is currently on secondment at the National Fire Chiefs Council and
is retiring in September, as permanent Chief Fire Officer responsible for the day to day running of the Service.
East Devon District Council (EDDC) has granted planning permission for the second of four expansion areas at Cranbrook.
The expansion at Treasbeare closely follows the permission issued in April for the Cobdens area . Together they will bring forward more than half of the town’s planned growth.
This planning permission will enable the development of up to 1035 homes, 5 permanent pitches for gypsies and travellers, up to 10ha of employment land, a primary school and a sports hub with full sized artificial grass and turf pitches. Other community facilities will include a...
