Two University of Exeter scientists are cycling to Glasgow for the COP26 UN climate change conference.
Professors Angela Gallego-Sala and Stephen Sitch set off from Bristol on Tuesday and aim to arrive in Glasgow the following week on Tuesday morning (2 November).
The conference, which begins on Monday, will be attended by many world leaders and is seen as a key moment in tackling the climate crisis.
Professor Gallego-Sala, whose expertise includes the importance of peatlands in storing carbon, said: “A climate emergency and a global pandemic are asking us to re...
Twenty-three-year-old James Tetlow, a Mechanical Engineering student from the University of Exeter, has been awarded a top prize in the annual Engineers in Business Competition which pits teams of university engineering student innovators against each other to win seed funding to progress their business idea.
James won £1,500 for his venture, Zama Digital, a machine monitoring solution for the manufacturing. James pitched against nine other teams of student and graduate innovators in the national final to win runner-up prize in the ‘Start Up’ category.
WANNABE witches, warlocks, black cats and devils in Devon are being urged to avoid using spooky novelty contact lenses that could harm their eyes this Halloween.
An increasingly popular trend at this time of year is for people to wear coloured novelty contact lenses – but not knowing how to wear or care for them can also result in numerous eye conditions.
This includes red eye, infections and scratches, as well as more serious complications that can, in severe cases, lead to sight loss.
After tickets were snapped up fast by excited families across the UK, Disney On Ice has added Exeter to its upcoming tour.
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero will now be at the Westpoint Arena from the 11th – 14th November 2021.
Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into the UK.
Featuring more than 50 Disney characters this production includes something...
One of the South West’s leading law firms has been praised for its expertise, experience and high level of client service in the latest edition of an independent guide to the legal profession.
Employee-owned law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, has confirmed its position as a regional heavyweight with another strong performance in the Chambers & Partners’ UK 2022 guide. The firm has ranked in 16 sections of the prestigious guide, with three teams and six of the firm’s lawyers receiving the highest Band 1 ranking, and several clients citing client service as one of Stephens Scown’s...
An Exeter Church which is looking to pack hundreds of Christmas Hampers for people in need across the city, is urgently seeking a premises to make the project a reality.
Rediscover Church in Northernhay Street, Exeter, has, for the last 6 years, put together Hampers packed full of food to give out to individuals, families and couples across Exeter. Those recipients have often included those who are struggling with finances at the moment, particularly during the festive time when there can be many strains on bank accounts, causing much stress, anxiety and worry.
BGF, the UK and Ireland’s most active investor, has announced a successful exit from Lightfoot, a fast growth business that creates connected vehicle technology.
The Exeter-headquartered company has been acquired by Volpi Capital in a deal that has delivered a 3.1x MM return for BGF and an IRR of 51%.
Lightfoot’s highly differentiated AI technology has disrupted the UK fleet telematics sector. Likened to the ‘fitbit for cars and vans’, the platform provides drivers with real-time feedback on how they are driving and incentivises smooth and efficient performance with...
Everyone is invited to celebrate Diwali with fireworks, food, and dancing at a special event at the University of Exeter.
Students from the Asian Society and Hindu Society have planned fun and vibrant activities for all ages to enjoy on Sunday, November 14.
Festival of Light celebrations, at the University of Exeter’s Streatham campus, starts with a Puja at 2:30pm, led by a Hindu Chaplain in the Forum building. After then people can enjoy food and activity stalls before dance performances begin at 5:30pm.
The parade to the fireworks will start at 6:15, and they...
307 Squadron Project invites you to Exeter’s Guildhall for the special event For Your Freedom & Ours.
It will take place on 15 November 2021, to remember the Polish 307 Squadron.
The 307 night-fighter squadron was part of the RAF, who defended the South West of England during WW2.
It prevented Exeter from being totally destroyed during the blitz on the city in 1942.This year also marks the 80th anniversary of the Polish squadron arriving in Exeter.
For Your Freedom & Ours includes: The story of the Polish 307 Squadron.
Leading regeneration business Vistry Partnerships has announced the appointment of Peter Sadler as its new Managing Director for the South West region.
Peter has worked in the industry for more than 27 years and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience from his previous roles within the industry, having formerly held positions in land, production, commercial and sales before taking on the role as Managing Director for Kier Living South West.
Starting his career at the age of 16, joining a Youth Training Scheme with Cornwall Council, Peter soon transitioned...
