Business

Foresight Group (“Foresight”), a leading regional private equity and infrastructure investment manager, has announced the opening of its new office in Exeter and the appointment of Jamie Pelmear as Investment Associate.

Jamie joins the Private Equity team and will support the deployment and management of the Foresight South West Fund, which recently reached a second close at £100 million following investment from Devon Pension Fund and Avon Pension Fund. The Fund is dedicated to supporting the growth of SMEs across South West England, including Avon, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset,...

Solicitor Grace Bradley from The Family Law Company has been shortlisted for Resolution Legal Aid Practitioner of the Year.

Grace, who is also Director of the firm, manages complex cases that often have international aspects, including child abduction, domestic violence, honour based violence and contact issues for parents. Some of these cases run for years before they are resolved and Grace’s tenacity in pursuing results in challenging cases is well-known.

She is a panel member of the Reunite support network for international abduction and custody disputes and the...

Branded merchandise has transformed into a crucial component of marketing strategies across various industries in the UK. This tangible representation of a brand can significantly enhance visibility, foster customer loyalty, and ultimately drive sales. In this guide, we will delve into what branded merchandise entails, its importance, and why Totally Branded stands at the forefront of this industry.

Branded merchandise serves multiple functions within a marketing strategy:

- Brand Recognition: Consistent use of logos and...

Hosted by Irish actor and comedian Ed Byrne, the 22nd Michelmores Property Awards took place on 2 July 2025, at Sandy Park Conference Centre in Exeter, celebrating the very best of property development, construction, and regeneration across the South West. This year, the Awards continued to recognise projects that demonstrated outstanding quality, innovation, and sustainability, positively impacting communities and environments throughout the region.

The prestigious title of Building of the Year 2025 was awarded to the Babbage Building in Plymouth. This landmark educational...