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Greendale appoints three new members to board of directors

The Greendale Group (FWS Carter & Sons), a diverse, family-owned local business, with interests in farming, fishing, retail, property and haulage, has announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Martyn Youell, Tom Chanter and Richard Gibbons.

ffective immediately, these appointments will provide extra strength and stability to the board, helping to shape the business for years to come.

Youell brings over 15 years of experience in the fishing sector. As Commercial Director for Waterdance (the Group’s fishing enterprise), he has...

£100k available for employment and training projects

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 03/04/2022 - 4:42pm

Leading housing association Sovereign is working with crowdfunding platform Crowdfunder to invest in employment and training projects.

Groups and charities that have a focus on these projects and are based within three miles of Sovereign homes in the South and South West of England can apply for a share of £100k to boost the fundraising they’ve already done.

Sovereign is particularly interested in projects that focus on supporting people to upskill, access training, find work or better work, or self-employment opportunities.

Jade Innes, Social Impact Officer and...

Sovereign Housing Association invests £450k to give young people a housing voice

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 03/04/2022 - 4:32pm

Sovereign Housing Association will invest nearly half a million pounds over the next two years in giving young people a voice in their housing and community future.

The housing association, which has homes across the south of England, will receive £225,250 in funding from the #iwill Fund, a £54 million joint investment from The National Lottery Community Fund and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) – and will invest the same itself – meaning that nearly half a million pounds will go towards encouraging youth participation.

It’s hoped that the...

Exeter based coaching consultancy sets out growth plans with new senior partner and office move

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 03/04/2022 - 6:28am

Coaching Focus , a consultancy dedicated to enhancing the performance of people and their organisations by helping them foster a coaching mindset, is growing from strength to strength, with the news of a new senior executive hire and office move.

The Exeter-based business, founded by Trayton Vance, has recently announced the appointment of retired Senior British Army Officer, Ivan Jones, who will be joining as a Senior Partner. Jones, who spent over 33 years’ serving in the Armed Forces, brings with him a wealth of experience in delivering large organisational transformation,...

Devon accountants Simpkins Edwards finalists for national Community Impact Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/03/2022 - 8:27pm

Simpkins Edwards accountants have been recognised for going "above and beyond" in giving back to the community, having been shortlisted for a Community Impact Award, part of the Xero Awards UK 2022.

With offices at locations across Devon, the firm has been a long-standing supporter of local charities and other community initiatives over the years.

The Community Impact Award shines a light on firms who have gone above and beyond - not just for their clients, but also for giving back to their community.

Simpkins Edwards is one of three finalists, all chosen for a...

Devon fuel business becomes employee-owned

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/03/2022 - 12:24pm

Okehampton-headquartered fuel supplier Moorland Fuels Ltd and its sister company in West Yorkshire, Craggs Energy Ltd, have transferred ownership of the businesses to their 55-strong workforce.

The directors have transferred 100 per cent of shares in the businesses to their teams by establishing an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), funded by future profits.

Moorland Fuels, which has been in operation for over fifteen years, provide fuel delivery services and wider solutions to homes, farms and businesses. With bases Okehampton and Plymouth, Moorland Fuels primarily serves...

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Solicitor with criminal defence background joins family law specialists

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 03/02/2022 - 10:55am

The Family Law Company has appointed Solicitor Galina Labworth to its increasingly busy Care team in Exeter.

Galina moved across into family law after a long career as a criminal defence solicitor, which frequently found her visiting clients at police stations, dealing with real-life situations that many are only familiar with from watching crime thrillers.

She began working in law after qualifying from Wolverhampton and then the College of Law, Store Street London where she was one of the first graduates on the then new LPC, achieving a coveted Distinction. Early in her...

Old Mill enhances later life offering by achieving STEP Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/28/2022 - 9:55pm

Financial experts Old Mill has enhanced its later life offering with a new professionally accredited advice service for vulnerable clients.

Andy Page, one of Old Mill’s expert later life team has become one of just a handful of financial planners in the UK to achieve the STEP Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients.

Awarded by STEP - the global body for professionals that help families plan for their futures - it is one of the most in depth programmes for professionals advising those with issues of mental and physical capacity, covering the legislative,...

Ability not disability provides support for businesses

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/28/2022 - 9:53pm

A new project is supporting businesses in Devon to employ people with disabilities.

“Ability not disability” has been co-designed by Learn Devon and Devon County Council’s Adult Social Care, and Employment, Economy and Skills teams working together with people with disabilities to improve employment opportunities within the county.

The innovative programme is one of 13 projects in the county to receive a share of UK Community Renewal Funding .

Devon County Council is managing the UK Community Renewal Fund in the county, having made a successful bid on behalf of...

Broadband network upgraded on Dartmoor and Exmoor

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/28/2022 - 9:16pm

A series of upgrades are being made to the superfast broadband network on Dartmoor and Exmoor.

Internet service provider Airband completed its network in the two National Parks, on behalf of Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS), over three years ago.

This network provides access to superfast broadband (speeds of up to 30Mbps) to around 7,000 homes and businesses, making it possible for customers to download a film in under three minutes.

Airband has now commissioned a number of new upgrades to ensure that customers on the moors continue to get the best possible...

Rocketmakers win South West’s first esports festival

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/28/2022 - 6:44am

Software development company Rocketmakers have been crowned champions of the South West’s first region-wide corporate esports festival.

The Bath-based firm pipped 15 other organisations from across the South West to the top spot in a Rocket League tournament, with the Exeter Chiefs rugby team and the Met Office among those taking part.

The festival was supported by ultrafast broadband provider Jurassic Fibre, technology strategy and IT experts Timewade, software engineering firm Rowe, tech marketing agency Astley Media and fan engagement platform Filmily.

The...

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