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Exeter based Browne Jacobson first law firm to back national volunteering effort

UK and Ireland law firm, Browne Jacobson is backing a national effort to mobilise millions of volunteers while strengthening its employee volunteering offer, as a Founder Member of GoVo , the digital volunteering platform developed by Royal Voluntary Service.

Built in partnership with hundreds of charities, GoVo and GoVo for Business – the platform’s corporate interface - aim to expand the reach and impact of volunteering nationwide.

As a Founder Member, Browne Jacobson will work alongside Royal Voluntary Service, one of the largest volunteering organisations in Britain...

Working freelance in Exeter: What you need to know

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 10/01/2019 - 8:36am

Many people decide to go freelance for a number of reasons. Perhaps you can’t get the job you’re looking for in your desired field and, therefore, wish to go self-employed, or maybe you’re hoping for more flexible working patterns and hours. Living in the West Country may not have the job opportunities in your desired field, which is where freelancing may become the best option for you, dependent on your chosen sector. Freelancing is a great way of obtaining more freedom over your own career. If you’re looking to go freelance, you may have a number of questions that need answering in order...

Best workspaces in and around Exeter revealed at awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/30/2019 - 9:47pm

Unique desks, spectacular spaces and innovative workplace initiatives were amongst the winners of the 2019 Space Awards at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter.

The awards, which are in their second year, celebrate the best workspaces and work initiatives in and around Exeter, including Best Sustainable Space, Best Corporate Workspace, Co-Working, Well-Being and Coolest Workspace awards.

Held on Thursday September 19, the awards are part of the Future of the Workplace initiative supported by Space, Exeter Chamber and Exeter Live Better, celebrating and encouraging...

How a young professional can advance their career with these tactics

Young professionals often times wonder how they could advance their career quickly through a combination of hard work, leveraging relationships, and correct career moves. Being willing to do whatever it takes to get a promotion or a pay bump is the mindset that a person needs to have. With this being said people that constantly undermine others to look better might get a promotion or two but these types of games always are brought to light in the end. Taking a proactive approach to advance a career needs to be done as great jobs simply do not fall in the laps of individuals. The following...

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4 ways to create more space in your home

Why is that there never seems to be enough space in your home? When you moved in the place seemed huge, but somehow over the years it has shrunk — a lot.

Maybe you have extended your family, or have invested in a few too many home furnishings? Whatever the reason, there comes a time in most homeowners lives when a bigger living space is needed. However, before you start scouring the property pages for a new house, why not look at ways to create more space in your current home?

It is not as complicated or expensive as you may have feared.

Make your rooms multitask...

Should businesses outsource their call answering?

Statistics show that 52% of small businesses plan to outsource at least one business process in 2019. The apparent benefits of business outsourcing include increasing operational efficiency, boosting expertise and reducing costs. Answering calls is a crucial undertaking that requires immense courtesy. Reasonably, some businesses have resorted to outsourcing this function in an attempt to improve the handling of complaints in a timely manner and to enhance company-client interactions.

Even as more companies seek to outsource call answering, some individuals still remain critical of...

Liz Allen

Top ranking in legal guide for Stephens Scown

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 09/29/2019 - 11:31pm

One of Devon’s leading law firms has received top ranking in the latest edition of an independent guide to the legal profession.

Stephens Scown LLP, which has offices in Exeter, Truro and St Austell, received band 1 ranking in three sections of Legal 500’s 2020 guide. Four of the firm’s lawyers have also been singled out for individual recognition, with two being included for the first time.

The firm’s top rankings came for the family, employment and commercial litigation teams.

Liz Allen, who is a partner and head of family, was again named as a tier 1 ‘Leading...

iGEM team members Rachael Quintin-Baxendale (left) and Lydia Pike fitting the filter to a washing machine waste pipe

New washing machine filter breaks down plastic microfibres 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 09/29/2019 - 9:46pm

Plastic microfibres that come off clothes in washing machines can be degraded and dissolved by a new filter developed at the University of Exeter.

The “smart filter” catches microfibres and uses a set of enzymes to break down plastic into two by-products that are safe to be released into the water system.

While these two compounds (terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol) can be toxic at high concentrations, the volume of water released during a wash is enough to dilute them to a safe level.

At present, every wash cycle releases hundreds of thousands of fibres – and...

Minibems headquarters at Exeter Science Park

Exeter tech firm secures major cash injection to help end fuel poverty

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 09/29/2019 - 11:19am

An Exeter company which has developed a money-saving tool to reduce fuel costs and generate greater efficiency from domestic and commercial heating systems, has revealed details of a significant cash injection from investors.

Minibems, which provides cloud-based network control systems to deliver energy and carbon reductions in a complex heat network environment, will use the seven-figure investment fromSET Ventures and Ascension Ventures to further develop its heat network control and demand management system in a bid to end fuel poverty in the UK.

The Internet of Things (...

4 reasons why consumers love contactless

The market for contactless cards is expanding rapidly. The popularity of smart contactless cards is due to obvious benefits for business, and also for consumers. With speed, ease of use, and versatility on their side, contactless cards are fast becoming the cards of choice for consumers.

What is Contactless Technology?

Contactless cards or proximity cards are designed to be used without the need for inserting a card into a reader. There are different types of contactless cards including multi-application technology smart cards, low-frequency cards, and microwave frequency...

4 tips to run a successful waste disposal business

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sat, 09/28/2019 - 6:12am

It’s not surprising to see more and more entrepreneurs venture into the waste disposal business. After all, as the population continues to grow, so too are the heaps of trash and refuse that requires careful collection and removal. But as lucrative as the industry might be, it comes with its fair share of challenges as well. And to reap the potential rewards, planning and preparation are essential. To this end, here are just a few tips that you need to know if you’re planning to start and run a successful waste disposal business.

1. Choose your niche

While sticking to one...

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