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New data shows Amazon’s £150 million commitment to Devon

New figures released today show that Amazon has invested £150 million in Devon since 2010. The figures, taken from the latest Amazon Economic Impact Report, document Amazon’s investment in the South West and across the UK over the last 15 years.

The 2025 Amazon UK Economic Impact Hub features comprehensive data covering employment opportunities Amazon has generated across the region and the scope of economic activity driven by its investments including apprenticeship programmes and upskilling Amazon employees.

The figures show that the company has invested more than £150...

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Exeter graduates win global sustainability award for their ride sharing start-up

A car-sharing platform founded by two Exeter alumni that gives users a more affordable way to travel while reducing their carbon footprint has been announced as one of the winners of an international competition.

The Santander X Global Challenge: Countdown to Zero, which received more than 600 applications from start-ups and scale-ups across the world, is part of a multi-year collaboration between Santander and Formula 1 designed to support and recognise innovative new businesses that are helping improve the sustainability of the automotive industry.

STAXY was one of...

Crealy Theme Park and Resort Embraces the Open Up to Skills offer

Devon County has seen an improvement in the hospitality industry following the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the sector. The Office of National Statistics reported that the confidence of business survival in the hospitality sector has started to increase but remains below other sectors. But there is reason for optimism as local businesses seek to get back on their feet.

The Crealy Theme Park and Resort has been investing in training and upskilling their staff following the pandemic. The theme park has taken part in Devon County Council’s ‘Open Up to Skills’...

Old Mill announces three new partners

Following a restructure to enable faster career progression and greater opportunities for staff, financial experts Old Mill has announced three new Partners.

Chartered Financial Planners Jon Orchard and Julia Banwell, who are both part of the Wealth Management team and Stephen Martin, who is Director of Tax, are the latest to be promoted, bringing the total number of Partners in the firm to 22.

In November 2021, Old Mill announced ambitious plans to double in size by 2026 and moved from an LLP to Ltd structure creating a much simpler business model and making it easier...

New graduate planner starts at Persimmon South West

A new graduate planner has been appointed by Persimmon Homes South West.

Harry Martin, joins the region’s land and planning team at its Exeter HQ, after studying architecture and planning at the University of West England in Bristol.

Harry’s role will be involved in the planning application process for new sites, consulting local authorities, statutory consultees and members of the public, to ensure we deliver high-quality, sustainable developments across the South West.

Commenting on his appointment, Harry said: “I’m delighted to have joined Persimmon Homes and...

‘Hotel Indigo Exeter’ appoints new General Manager

Hotel Indigo Exeter has appointed a new General Manager, Rebecca Coonan, ahead of its much-anticipated opening. Owned by Hotel Exe Limited, Hotel Indigo Exeter will be managed by Castlebridge Hospitality who already manage three UK Hotel Indigo hotels: Hotel Indigo Bath, Hotel Indigo Chester, and Hotel Indigo Stratford upon Avon.

Rebecca has over 20 years’ experience in the hospitality industry having previously worked in several luxury, destination properties. Previous roles have included Business Development Manager at The Idle Rocks in St Mawes on the Roseland Peninsula in...

Job design platform raises £1.75m to boost growth

A HR Tech company, which helps organisations design and structure jobs that improve diversity and skills-based hiring, has raised £1.75m in a funding round led by Mercia, and including existing backer Qantx and private investors.

The funding will enable Exeter-based RoleMapper to further develop its AI-powered platform and continue to grow its client base in the UK and US.

Designed for large organisations, the RoleMapper platform helps HR leaders redesign and simplify organisational job structures in readiness for new and future ways of working. This includes skills-based...

IKEA co-workers in Exeter to receive pay boost as part of wider £12m investment to help with cost of living

MORE than 390 IKEA co-workers in Exeter are set to receive a pay increase as part of the retailer’s £12 million investment to support its people through the cost-of-living crisis.

Co-workers at the Exeter store will further benefit as the retailer also introduces a broad range of support measures across the UK & Ireland.

As one of the few major retailers to match the new Living Wage Foundation rate, hourly paid co-workers will receive a boost in earnings – at £10.90 – as part of IKEA’s continued pledge to pay the Real Living Wage.

Eligible salaried co-...

Well-known interior designer teams up with Devon-based specialist joinery and carpentry company

Expanding Wistman’s Ltd announces Julia Kendell, best known for her TV appearances on BBC’s DIY SOS since 2008, has teamed up with the independent company as their specialist design consultant.

Well-known for her Grand Designs award-winning property design and working alongside DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles, and endearing Devon boys, Chris Frediani, and Julian Perryman, Julia created the interior design for the wedding venue of Nick and his wife in 2012.

A specialist in designing kitchens, bespoke cabinetry, and lighting design, Julia regularly writes for leading interior...

Conversion of county council's vehicle fleet to EV continues

More than 28 tonnes of carbon dioxide will be prevented from going into the atmosphere thanks to Devon County Council’s (DCC) eleven new electric vans.

It’s estimated that the vans, which were delivered last week, will each save 2.6 tonnes of carbon dioxide a year.

They are replacing diesel vans that had come to the end of their lives – they will now be sold at auction.

It’s all part of DCC's ambition to be carbon neutral by 2030 - between 2013 and 2020/2021 DCC’s carbon emissions fell by 53 per cent.

DCC’s target is to reduce carbon emissions by 70 per...

Growth Hub support for South West businesses to continue with new funding

The Heart of the South West LEP has announced further funding to support the Heart of the South West Growth Hub in providing support to local businesses across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay.

The Heart of the South West Growth Hub offers free, impartial, expert business advice, and has a range of programmes and grants available to help support businesses with growth, resilience, trade, marketing, recruitment, and more.

The Heart of the South West LEP has awarded £208,000 to the Growth Hub, to ensure its services continue from March 2023, providing certainty to local...

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New data shows Amazon’s £150 million commitment to Devon

Exeter graduates win global sustainability award for their ride sharing start-up

Crealy Theme Park and Resort Embraces the Open Up to Skills offer

Old Mill announces three new partners

New graduate planner starts at Persimmon South West

‘Hotel Indigo Exeter’ appoints new General Manager

Job design platform raises £1.75m to boost growth

IKEA co-workers in Exeter to receive pay boost as part of wider £12m investment to help with cost of living

Well-known interior designer teams up with Devon-based specialist joinery and carpentry company

Conversion of county council's vehicle fleet to EV continues

Growth Hub support for South West businesses to continue with new funding

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