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EX2 Group welcomes apprentice electricians

EX2 Group welcomes new apprentice electricians from Exeter College

Leading South West building services engineering company EX2 Group has welcomed three new apprentices this week, as they begin their professional training in Electrical Installation with Exeter College.

Christian, Alfie, and Harvey were welcomed to the Exeter offices by James Rayner (right), Project Manager. The apprentices will combine on-site experience with classroom learning as they work towards their Level 3 Electrical Installation qualifications. Under the guidance of EX2’s experienced team, they will gain practical skills on projects ranging from decarbonisation and energy...

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Taylor Wimpey donates £100 to Pinhoe Guides

The 1st Pinhoe Guides have received a £100 donation from Taylor Wimpey Exeter to help celebrate two gold award achievements - the highest award that can be achieved in this section.

Two Rangers, who have earned their gold awards while working with the Pinhoe Guides, were honoured during the presentation evening which saw the Guides and Rangers come together to celebrate.

Taylor Wimpey’s donation also allowed organisers to welcome Animals 2U South West to the event, which provided live animal encounters and educational talks throughout the evening.

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Buckfast Abbey welcomes brother as new apprentice

This autumn Buckfast Abbey has welcomed a new recruit to their team who follows in his brother’s footsteps. Trainee electrician, Ryan Ware, will join the Abbey’s Works Department as a new apprentice electrician and work alongside the Abbey’s current plumbing apprentice, Ryan’s twin brother, Lewis Ware.

The recruitment of Ryan is the latest in a series of apprenticeship appointments made by the Abbey and he will be their first apprentice electrician. The Abbey is a passionate supporter of education and learning and currently facilitates apprenticeship schemes in partnership with...

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Community groups in Devon urged to apply for new £500,000 fuel poverty fund

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 11:36pm

Western Power Distribution, the UK’s largest electricity distributor, responsible for delivering power to homes through lines and cables in Devon, is launching a £500,000 fuel poverty fund to help families heat their homes this winter.

Building on the legacy of its successful ‘In This Together’ Covid response fund, WPD is calling on local charities, councils and community groups in the South West to apply for up to £10,000 to aid their fuel poverty support activities as we enter what will be a challenging winter for many.

The fuel poverty scheme is the first phase of WPD...

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County Hall tree planting celebrates Queen's Green Canopy initiative

Trees have been planted at County Hall in Exeter as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative to celebrate the forthcoming Platinum Jubilee.

The commemorative planting by Devon County Council supports the call for everyone to ‘Plant A Tree for the Jubilee’.

Vice Lord Lieutenant Lady Arran, who, with four Deputy Lieutenants, is helping the Lord Lieutenant with the Queen’s Green Canopy, was joined by Deputy Lieutenant, Philip Jenkinson, Devon County Council Chairman, Jeff Trail BEM, and County Council Leader, John Hart.

It also coincides with National Tree Week...

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University of Exeter at crucial COP26 climate talks

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 1:43pm

The University of Exeter will be represented at the crucial COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow.

Staff and students from the University will take part in a variety of events, including the launch of a major report on carbon emissions to discussions with policymakers and business leaders.

Events involving Exeter's experts range from a discussion with the energy industry to a poetry project that highlights links between the climate crisis and human health.

The conference, which began on Monday, will be attended by many world leaders and is seen as a key...

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Three years of Exe Estuary wildlife refuges are working

The two wildlife refuges were set-up three years ago to ask all visitors to avoid these areas at certain times of the year: all year round off Dawlish Warren and between 15th September and 31st December at Exmouth Duckpond.

The results of a three-year monitoring programme have revealed that the wildlife refuges are working and show that people have mostly complied with requests to stay out of the areas.

The results showed that the wildlife refuges significantly reduce disturbance to protected bird species on the Exe Estuary. In addition, the results indicate that the...

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Devon printed packaging specialist says it has enough stock to meet Christmas demand head-on

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Tue, 11/02/2021 - 11:46am

A DEVON printed-packaging company is preparing to meet high demand in the run up to Christmas and has secured stocks of raw materials despite shortages due to logistics and COVID-19 (November 2021).

Award-winning Newton Print in Newton Abbot specialises in assisting artisan, start-up and SME food and drink producers to bring their products to market on time, and, on shelves for Christmas.

Simon Besley, Sales and Marketing Director at Newton Print, explains: “It’s been a struggle for many businesses in our industry to get raw materials due to issues related to getting...

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InExeter presents a secret film experience at Exeter Cathedral

This year InExeter will celebrate the start of the festive season with a special film experience at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 16 November, this one-off event will see film fans enjoy a secret screening in a stunning setting.

Friends and family will be able to cosy up in the beautiful Exeter Cathedral to celebrate the start of Christmas festivities.

Ann Hunter InExeter manager says, “#CelebrateTogether is our theme this season and InExeter are thrilled to present this secret film experience, giving friends and family the opportunity to come together and enjoy some...

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NHS Devon work on greener appointments showcased at COP26

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 10:55pm

Work by the Integrated Care System for Devon to promote the environmental benefits of virtual appointments is being showcased at COP26; the world’s largest climate action event, in a photography exhibition, “ Care for the future: delivering the world’s first net zero health service. ”

The photography exhibition, captured by portrait photographer Justin Lambert features NHS staff – from pharmacists to surgeons, mental health professionals to health visitors – who have pioneered greener healthcare initiatives for the benefit of their patients and the communities they serve....

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New nursery to open at Winslade Park

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 11/01/2021 - 12:35pm

Echoes Childcare will be opening at Exeter’s stunning new Winslade Park in early 2022.

Families in the local community as well as parents working at Winslade Park now have the chance to secure places at the brand new nursery facilities set in beautiful parkland.

Echoes will be located in an impressive 2892 sq ft premises in Winslade House which has been taken on a long-term lease. The building is ready to be transformed into a purpose-designed light-filled nursery and will include onsite kitchen facilities for the preparation of nutritious meals, individual playrooms, a...

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