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IMP Software unveils IMP Finance for multi-academy trusts, independent schools, and further education colleges

IMP Software has officially launched IMP Finance, a new financial management platform built from the ground up around the distinctive requirements of education finance teams in multi-academy trusts (MATs), independent schools, and further education (FE) colleges.

Available now, IMP Finance is designed to tackle one of the most persistent frustrations for education finance teams: the disconnect between budgets and actuals that can turn month-end into a lengthy exercise in correcting and reclassifying transactions.

Unlike traditional finance systems, IMP Finance uses a budget...

New watchdog for Exe Estuary

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 10/11/2016 - 11:44am

Marine businesses, fishermen and sailors are to get a new voice about what happens on the Exe Estuary.

Commercial fishermen, ferry operators, mooring authority representatives, pleasure boaters and boat yard owners have come together to form a new watchdog, the Exeter Port Users Group.

This is a result of Harbour authorities, such as Exeter City Council, now having to consult their local communities about what happens on the Estuary.

The new Secretary David Rochester, company director and active boat owner, said at its first meeting in Haven Banks: The City Council...

Exeter welcomes rooftop bar as The Terrace opens

Exeter’s Terrace restaurant and rooftop bar is now open, inviting people to enjoy stunning city and Cathedral views while sipping cocktails and dining on the very best in local produce.

Independently owned restaurant and bar The Terrace is the sixth restaurant to launch in the city’s new £12m dining destination, Queen St. Dining. It joins Turtle Bay, Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Absurd Bird, The Stable and Comptoir Libanais, which are already open.

The stylish Terrace, spread over two floors of Queen St’s landmark glass building, is inspired by the most stylish venues from...

Could you parent a vulnerable child?

National Adoption Week 2016 kicks off on Monday 17 October with this year’s South West campaign focusing on the needs of individual children currently waiting to be adopted. Adopt South West is highlighting the fact that there are children waiting to be adopted in Devon and Somerset, and all partner agencies are looking to assess potential adopters now.

Due to changes in court practices at the start of 2016 we saw a national decline in the number of children in care who had adoption as their plan.

The effects of this have been felt nationally and both local authorities and...

Devon accountants expand payroll and bookkeeping teams

Expanding Devon chartered accountants and business advisers, Thompson Jenner LLP, are pleased to announce the integration into the firm of the Exmouth based and well respected Payroll, Bookkeeping and Sage Training company Partners in Payroll Ltd.

Partners in Payroll Ltd founder, Julie Brown and her experienced team of payroll and bookkeeping professionals transferred over to Thompson Jenner LLP in September 2016 and now work at the firms Exmouth office at Alexandra Terrace.

Julie launched Partners in Payroll Ltd in 2004 and has steadily grown the firm, progressing from...

Sales at Hendy Group reflect national rise

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/10/2016 - 10:29pm

Hendy Group, which operates from the Marsh Barton Trading Estate in Exeter, says the highest September sales on record nationally reflects its performance last month.

Figures released from the Society of Manufacturers and Traders reveal that car sales so far this year have passed the two million mark with 496,696 sold in September.

The company operates 12 motor franchises at 25 locations in Devon, Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey and Kent.

Hendy Group chief executive Paul Hendy said sales nationally were up 2.6 per cent with the Ford Fiesta the top selling car in the...

Exeter College named City & Guilds UK Centre of the Year

Exeter College has won the prestigious City & Guilds ‘UK Centre of the Year’ award – celebrating the outstanding opportunities delivered by the college to technical and vocational learners.

The City & Guild’s Lion Awards are one of most prestigious in the skills education calendar and is a culmination of the Medals for Excellence awards programme, which dates back more than 100 years.

Judges of the awards - known as the ‘Oscars of skills education’ awards - praised the College for ‘ensuring excellent care, guidance and support for their learners’.

The judges...

Man dies in Exeter property fire

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/10/2016 - 4:07pm

Police were called at 4.57pm on Sunday the 9th of October following reports of a fire at and address in Turnworth Court, Coombe Street, Exeter.

Devon Fire and Rescue were in attendance.

The body of a 47-year-old man was discovered within the address. The man’s next of kin has been informed but formal identification has yet to have taken place.

Fire Investigation team and the police remain at the address – police are currently treating the death as unexplained and are appealing for witnesses.

If you have any information that can help police with their...

Devon needs you as hospitality sector booms

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/10/2016 - 1:06pm

High levels of investment and the impact of a hot summer combined with changes to consumer spending in the wake of Brexit have led to members of the Devon Hotels and Restaurants Association reporting an almost unprecedented demand for new staff.

Hotel and restaurant managers are attempting to recruit for a variety of openings with roles for front of house, reception, housekeeping and chefs available.

Craig Findleton, Chair of the Association said: “Members of the Association have been investing heavily in their hotels and restaurants over the past two years resulting in...

Digital marketing firm celebrates continued growth

Authored by MiHi Digital
Posted: Mon, 10/10/2016 - 11:37am

A local digital marketing agency is celebrating its third anniversary following another record breaking and successful year of growth. MiHi Digital, originally set up by Mark Worden from his living room on the Exeter Quayside, has worked with 46 new clients, taken on its second full time member of staff and seen turnover grow by a further 30% in the past 12 months.

Work has extended to another five countries and clients now include an international design studio, global logistics provider, a Visit England award-winning accommodation provider and an acclaimed Bafta and Emmy...

Trowers & Hamlins expands litigation team in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/10/2016 - 10:40am

International law firm Trowers & Hamlins has expanded its litigation team with the hire of Senior Associate Kathryn Insall in the firm's Exeter office.

Kathryn joins from Clyde & Co and brings 9 years of experience in trial, arbitration and mediation, particularly across the aviation and aerospace sectors.

Kathryn has represented aviation insurers, airlines and manufacturers worldwide and has been heavily involved in high profile aviation disaster work. She also has vast experience in defending passenger and cargo claims on behalf of airlines and their insurers...

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