It’s been a busy time for Exeter Solicitors Rundlewalker who have just launched an apprenticeship scheme, completed an office move and taken on five new members of staff.
But the office move won’t affect its clients very much – they are still based on the stunning location of Exeter Quayside on Kings Wharf but they have moved to a more suitable suite of offices with even better views of the River Exe.
The firm has also taken on its first apprentice through the Damar Training Apprenticeship Scheme.
‘We’re very proud of this new scheme, ‘ said Rundlewalker Director,...
Bids are being invited from innovative schemes which can reduce household waste and increase recycling across Devon.
The Devon Authorities Waste Reduction and Recycling Committee (DAWRRC), which represents a partnership between the seven District Councils, Exeter City Council, Torbay Council and Devon County Council, is offering the Innovation Fund to stimulate new approaches to reducing, reusing or recycling household waste in Devon. From today (13 April) selected schemes have the opportunity to share in a £4,000 fund.
The fund is open to all, including individuals,...
Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is bracing itself for an influx of ‘wolf lookalike’ breeds following the start of series five of the popular Games of Thrones.
In 2014, Dogs Trust took in 175 Huskies and 35 Malamutes, across their 20 Rehoming Centres in the UK, meaning that the number of these breeds taken in by the charity has more than tripled in the past four years.
Dogs Trust believes Game of Thrones has significantly increased the popularity of large ‘wolf look alike’ dogs, including Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies but the charity says new...
A Tiverton mum fighting cancer is backing an appeal from Cancer Research UK to save more lives, as new figures show one in two people will be diagnosed with the disease.
With around three weeks to go until the General Election, Ellie King, 32, is rallying people across the South West to get behind the charity’s Cross Cancer Out campaign and make sure their future MP is committed to beating cancer sooner.
Ellie was preparing for the birth of her baby in November 2012 when she received the news that no expecting mother would ever wish to hear – that she had cancer.
RHS Garden Rosemoor will be bursting with blooms when it hosts the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) National Rhododendron Show and Competition on 25 – 26 April. Once again the show will be combined with the RHS South West Camellia and Magnolia Show and, with competitors from as far afield as Oxfordshire and Hampshire, it promises more spring colour than ever before. Visitors will be able to enjoy the magnificent displays of rhododendrons, camellias and magnolias as well as trade and advice stands. In previous years exhibitors such as Exbury Gardens of Beaulieu, Kevin Hughes Plants of...
As we head towards International Dawn Chorus Day in May, East Devon District Council’s Countryside team are organising their own celebration at the Seaton Wetlands on Saturday 18 April at 5.30am.
The Dawn Chorus Walk will be led by Steve Waite, County Bird Recorder, who will help to identify each species by their song. Weather permitting, there will be a demonstration by the Axe Estuary Ringing group after the walk – a chance to see wild birds up close.
Bacon butties and hot drinks will be available for a small charge. Set your alarm and don’t miss this opportunity to...
Join Ballet Theatre UK for this brand new production – a dazzling retelling of the exotic classic tale, boldy brought to life through the entrancing magic of classical ballet.
With just one rub of the magical lamp, Aladdin’s journey will sweep you into an exotic world full of daring adventure, enchanting spells, unbelievable riches, treachery and of course true love. With over 100 glittering costumes, expressive dancers.....a pleasure to witness a production of this calibre - Dance Europe Critics choice: top five dance productions touring the UK - The Independent
South West Communications Group has been selected as an approved supplier for the Government-funded SuperConnected Cities scheme.
Businesses in Exeter can now get a connection voucher of up to £3,000 for faster, better Internet connectivity to help them grow and develop.
Broadband Connection Vouchers are available to sole traders, SMEs and charities with up to 249 employees. They can be used to spend on the installation costs of an improved Internet connectivity solution, which can also include WiFi.
Harry Langley, managing director of swcomms, said: “These vouchers...
