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Local businesswoman takes over Complete Estate Agency as four Devon branches remain

Local businesswoman Sara Watkins-Schmidt has taken over Complete Estate Agency, with all four of its Devon branches and its existing 23-strong team remaining in place.

The established estate and lettings agency operates from Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Teignmouth and Exeter (Cranbrook), with all four locations continuing to trade under the Complete Estate Agency name following the acquisition.

The deal includes Complete’s portfolio of 375 managed rental properties, alongside its residential sales operation and established presence within the local new-build market....

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Accountants celebrate trainee exam successes

Partners and staff at Devon based chartered accountants Thompson Jenner LLP are celebrating after achieving a series of recent exam successes.

The achievements of five members of staff from the firm’s Exeter and Exmouth offices cover passing important accounting examinations leading to becoming fully qualified accountants.

Congratulations went to accounting trainees Stephanie Hills, Sam Laskey and Natalie Ella from the firm’s Exmouth offices, who have recently sat exams as part of their accounting training.

Stephanie, who joined the Thompson Jenner’s Tax Department...

New business slumps in SW post-EU Referendum

Private sector firms in the South West increased employment despite a decline in business activity in the month following the EU Referendum, according to the latest Lloyds Bank Regional PMI.

The data, which is the first indicator of regional business activity since the ‘leave’ vote, revealed that business activity in the region has gone from growth to contraction in July. New business orders also fell at their sharpest rate since 2009.

Despite this, the decline in business activity was slower than the UK average, and private sector companies in the region increased their...

Killerton’s produce wins national awards at Countryfile Live

Killerton estate apple juice fought off stiff competition to take home Overall Drinks Winner at the National Trust’s Fine Farm Produce Awards and Killerton won four more awards for its sparkling cider, charcoal, honey, and its Clyston Mill stoneground flour. The Fine Farm Produce Awards recognise the best food and drink being produced by National Trust farms and estates. Now in their 11th year, the awards acknowledge the contribution to nature conservation and quality food and drink by the farmers and producers who occupy the 500,000 acres of farmland in the care of the National Trust. The...

Barratt supports sun awareness campaign

Housebuilder Barratt Homes has thrown its weight behind an awareness campaign to ensure its construction staff in Exeter stay safe in the sun.

Barratt managing director Paul Moran said that it was vital to ensure that its construction workers on sites in the area are aware of the dangers of the sun and take all possible precautions.

“Cases of skin cancer are on the rise and while many people may usually associate this with sunbathing there are real dangers to anyone working outside and we want to make sure our staff and contractors are properly protected,’’ said Paul....

DCET apprentices celebrate success!

A record number of Electrical Apprentices have completed their Electrical Apprenticeship with DCET training, part of The Focus Training Group.

To mark their achievement, a number of the new electricians attended a presentation ceremony at the Devon Hotel where they were joined by their family and friends.

The legendary Tony Cable of the NICEIC, presented certificates to the achieving electricians and passed on words of encouragement as they start the next step of their journey within the industry.

We were also privileged to be joined by a number of employers who...

Exeter expert helps bring online courts nearer to reality

New online courts for civil cases designed to help make the justice system more user-friendly could be introduced, thanks in part to the work of a University of Exeter academic.

The courts would be for “low value” cases, designed so people can navigate the process of managing disputes more easily and cheaply.

It is hoped online courts will ensure delivery of faster and fairer justice for users by making better use of technology and modernising working practices. Disputes would be resolved early without a judge having to become involved.

Their introduction was...

Smiles all round as Chiefs prepare for new season

The Exeter Chiefs squad were all smiles as they lined up for their first team picture of the 2016/17 season.

England star Jack Nowell and his fellow players laughed and joked in the sunshine during their annual media day.

As our pictures show, the boys seemed relaxed ahead of yet another big campaign.

Tickets are now on sale for Exeter’s opening three Aviva Premiership home games of the season.

After pre-season warm-up games against Scarlets (August 13) and Ulster Rugby (August 20), Rob Baxter’s side will kick off their home campaign against reigning...

Police appeal to find missing teenager

Police are appalling to the public for information on missing 15-year-old Luke Bayment.

Sergeant Colin Harper Neighbourhood Team Leader for Exeter said: “For Luke to not be in contact with anyone for this long is out of character, and we are hoping that someone knows of his whereabouts. Luke isn’t in trouble, we just need to know that he is safe and well and for him to get in contact with the police.

“Luke is described as 5ft 10in tall, of slim build, with shoulder length light brown hair.

"He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and black jogging bottoms....

Exeter School LEJOG on track

After eighteen months in the planning, Exeter School pupils, parents, staff, friends and alumni are putting their best wheel forward to raise £50,000 for charity, departing from Land's End on Monday 8 August.

The team of twenty riders supported by eight crew, two minibuses, and a trailer will cycle 912.9 miles and 46,929 vertical feet over ten days to raise money for the Children's Society and The Janine Di-Vincenzo Foundation.

Estates and Facilities Manager Craig Stewart has organised the ambitious cycle ride from Land's End to John O'Groats.

"After many...

Entries open for Michelmores Charity Run

Entries are now open for the Michelmores Charity 5k Run, which will take place on 8 September 2016 at 6.30pm.

This year the Exeter law firm is aiming to attract a record 1,200 runners, encouraging local people and businesses to get together to celebrate the city of Exeter and to fundraise for Michelmores' local Charity of the Year, Balloons, who support bereaved children and their families in Exeter and beyond.

The run takes place over a five-kilometre city centre course starting and finishing on Exeter's Cathedral Green. The route, new for this year, will take in...

Business Daily

Local businesswoman takes over Complete Estate Agency as four Devon branches remain

Accountants celebrate trainee exam successes

New business slumps in SW post-EU Referendum

Killerton’s produce wins national awards at Countryfile Live

Barratt supports sun awareness campaign

DCET apprentices celebrate success!

Exeter expert helps bring online courts nearer to reality

Smiles all round as Chiefs prepare for new season

Police appeal to find missing teenager

Exeter School LEJOG on track

Entries open for Michelmores Charity Run

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