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Exeter announces its bid to become the UK’s City of Culture in 2029 

Exeter City Council has today announced it will be submitting an expression of interest (EOI) for the prestigious UK City of Culture title. 

The City of Culture bid follows the culmination of five months extensive engagement and consultation with artists, creatives, cultural organisations and residents to shape the council’s commissioned new five-year Cultural Strategy for Exeter.

This will set out a clear ambition to become a leading city of culture. The new Exeter Culture Strategy is ambitious and will be delivered in partnership with the city’s cultural organisations...

Samantha Meaden receiving her award from Dave Jenkinson, CEO of Persimmon Homes

National award success for South West sales trainee

Authored by Sarah
Posted: Tue, 11/19/2019 - 1:59pm

A sales trainee has scooped a national award, just two years after starting her career in house sales.

Samantha Meaden was named as the Persimmon Homes Sales Trainee of the Year, beating off competition from the leading national house builder’s 30 other regional teams.

The 21-year-old was described as a “true asset to the team” by her manager Stacey Harris.

Stacey, who is head of sales at Persimmon Homes South West based in Exeter, said: “Samantha started with Persimmon Homes as a trainee sales advisor in 2017. She had been planning a career as a make-up artist with...

3 ways corporate videos could help your business

If you have a company, you cannot overlook the impact of corporate videos, not only for marketing , but internally as well. A lot of people will be more likely to interact positively with video than any other format, and this could be the perfect solution to rally your troops and announce product launches, changes within the company, or a shift in branding or culture. Companies who know how to use video to their advantage will be able to increase engagement, brand awareness, efficiency, and ultimately, their bottom line. Here are a few ways corporate videos could help your organisation....

Tips on securing fnding for your startup

As more and more people are ditching their jobs to become their own boss, the world of business has become a tough ground. The competition is not only to secure a position in an already thriving market, but also to secure funds to kick-start the business. Yes, getting funds for your business is not as easy as asking someone to give you funds and you will get them.

Cash is one thing that scares an entrepreneur the most, oh well, besides the idea of getting flop after venture. And as the concept of entrepreneurship is getting popular, the struggle to pitch and bag an investor is...

County Council seeking views on 5G as part of spotlight review

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/19/2019 - 6:09am

People across Devon are being asked for their views on 5G, as Devon County Council launches a “call for evidence” on the technology.

The County Council’s Corporate Infrastructure and Regulatory Services Scrutiny Committee is investigating 5G as part of a spotlight review.

Although the County Council has no current plans to make use of 5G in its ICT and is not involved with planning applications for mobile infrastructure, it is running an investigation in response to local concern and wants to hear from people to help inform its findings.

An online questionnaire is...

BMW Rider Training South West Owner, Chris Lake and BMW Chief Instructor, Ian Biederman

BMW Motorrad opens new Rider Training Centre in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/18/2019 - 11:53am

BMW Motorrad has opened a new Rider Training centre in Exeter to bring the brand’s top-quality road skills training to experienced riders, plus those new to motorcycles. The South West centre boasts its own training pad and even a private network of roads to enable riders to refine their skills away from traffic as part of their tuition.

The new Rider Training school joins already established BMW Rider Training sites in Royston, Stoke-on-Trent, Darlington, and Edinburgh, offering the same comprehensive selection of training for those who are learning to ride, through to the RoSPA...

Carers provide a lifeline  to the vulnerable in winter.

Carers provide a lifeline to the vulnerable in winter

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Mon, 11/18/2019 - 10:54am

A SOUTH Devon home care provider says its carers offer a vital lifeline to those who can’t get out as much as they would like during the colder winter months.

Guardian Homecare says now the weather has changed, elderly and vulnerable people are more inclined to stay inside, and its carers are sometimes their only link to the outside world.

Catherine Porter, Manager at Guardian Homecare, which delivers personalised home care in the Exeter area, said: “The days are now getting darker and much colder, and this can often limit the amount of time our service users can get...

Steve Cresswell (left) with other members of the Thomas Westcott Charities and Not for Profit team

South West charity sector “has never faced greater scrutiny”, says leading accountancy firm

Authored by sarahhoyle
Posted: Mon, 11/18/2019 - 10:26am

More than 100 charity trustees and professionals from across the South West heard how the sector has never faced greater scrutiny, at an event run by Thomas Westcott Chartered Accountants . A record number of people responsible for the region’s charities attended the annual seminar to gain insights on meeting increasingly stringent regulations.

Run by Thomas Westcott’s specialist Charities and Not for Profit team , the annual Charity Seminar is designed to give the firm’s charity clients additional access to knowledge and expertise. The event, which was held at Westpoint Arena near...

What is Director Disqualification and How Can it Affect You?

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 11/18/2019 - 10:20am

When a company goes into administration or liquidation , there will be investigations to find out the exact reasons for this, whether it is a specific person or the general actions of a company.

During the investigation, the director of the company will also be thoroughly investigated in case there are any issues of misconduct or a failure to fulfil any legal duties required for the company by law.

If issues do arise, then a company director can be faced with director disqualification, which prohibits them from acting as a company director for up to 15 years. In more...

Cofton Holidays leads shortlist at i Newspaper Staycation Awards 2019 - Devon businesses dominate

Cofton Holidays, the multi award-winning holiday park near Dawlish, South Devon, is leading the county’s charge at the i Newspaper Staycation Awards 2019, where Devon businesses have been listed in more categories than any other county. At the head of the assault, Cofton stands alone as the only tourism business in the UK to be shortlisted in multiple categories.

Shortlisted for both Caravan / Camping Site of the Year Award, and the Sustainable Tourism Award, Cofton joins six other Devon-based businesses plus North Devon among the 65 finalists in 17 categories.

Recognised...

Using custom key rings and chains to promote your business

Key rings are metallic and usually have a tag attached to them. Key chains, on the other hand, are similar except that they have a chain between the ring and the tag. If you decide to use them to promote your business, the promotional content will be incorporated into the tab.

According to marketing experts, both of these items have become very effective marketing tools. It’s no wonder it is now a trend in many businesses. But how does the strategy work in promoting your business brand? Let us dive deeper into this topic.

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