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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...

McCarthy and Stone opens up opportunities for construction firms in Exeter

Authored by LaurenBluck
Posted: Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:21am

McCarthy and Stone is calling for construction firms in Exeter to join its approved supply chain, opening up the prospect of future work with the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities.

The appeal by McCarthy and Stone follows the launch of an innovative partnership between its Southern region and Copronet – a new online portal which provides developers with a means of engaging new sub-contractors.

Contractors in Exeter can register with Copronet for free by going to http://mccarthyandstone.copronet.com. The easy-to-use system prompts firms to...

Start a furniture business In Exeter - 5 simple steps

When you have the training or knowledge to make your own custom furniture, then starting a business to sell it is the next logical step. But there’s a bit more about starting a furniture business than just getting a shop or a workshop. Here are five simple steps to take to get started on your dream business.

Preparation – define your business

Step one is all about preparation and defining your business – what kind of furniture will you make, what materials you will use and where will you sell it. You can also do work on your niche or target market – who will you sell it to...

Sara Scott-Hake, Anthony Thomas, Kim Forte & Erika Kaminskaite

Hunters Exeter announces growth with acquisition of local agency

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/26/2019 - 10:48am

Hunters, one of the country’s leading estate agencies with over 200 branches nationwide, is continuing its expansion with the acquisition of Forte Lettings & Property Management Limited in Exeter, Devon.

The Hunters Exeter branch has acquired Forte’s portfolio of fully managed properties as well as its properties currently on the market for sale, strengthening Hunters’ presence as one of the leading agents in the area. Owned and operated by franchise partner Anthony Thomas, Hunters Exeter has been trading since 2013 with a strong market share and a reputation for excellence in...

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UK top engineering firm joins Plymouth Science Park

One of the largest privately owned Consulting Engineering Practices in the UK is moving into offices at Plymouth Science Park.

Fairhurst is a multi-award winning business which employs a contingent of more than 500 highly qualified and experienced Engineers and specialist technical staff.

The company has built up an outstanding reputation having provided engineering support and specialist skills on some of the most significant private and public sector building and infrastructure projects seen in the UK.

These have included major highways, ports, rail and London...

Oneserve wins the impressive title of Best Workspace at the Space Awards 2019

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/26/2019 - 10:19am

Field Service Management Software specialist Oneserve is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the Best Workspace title at the Space Awards 2019, reflecting the company’s forward-thinking approach to a positive working environment.

The annual Space Awards is organised by workspace transformation experts, Space. The event has ten categories to celebrate businesses in Exeter and the surrounding areas with inspiring work environments and innovative employee initiatives.

The Best Workspace category is one of the most competitive and saw a wide range of entrants from...

How to run payroll for a business in 5 easy steps

Running accounting operations is one of the top responsibilities of business owners . These operations include paying any taxes related to your business and even running your payroll. Business owners are often intimidated by these accounting tasks.

However, learning how to run payroll yourself will help you save money. Don't know how to do your own payroll?

We've got you covered. Here are the five steps you should follow to start running your payroll today.

1. Review All Applicable Taxation and Employment Regulations

Before running your payroll, you...

Apprentice at Devondale

Where there's a Will there's a way

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 09/26/2019 - 6:29am

An apprentice at South West electrical wholesaler Devondale is one of the first in the country to complete a new apprenticeship.

Will Messenger completed the Trade Supplier Apprenticeship Level 2 this summer; the qualification only became available in April 2018 through the EDA Apprenticeship Service, which is run and managed by EDA Apprenticeships Plus.

This new apprenticeship offers businesses in England access to professional training in all aspects of today’s merchant operation.

Impressively, Will was awarded top marks in his final exams to achieve a distinction...

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City architectural technician attracted by top tech at PSP

The cutting edge 3D printing laboratory at Plymouth Science Park, together with its striking architecture, were key reasons for one of the city’s architectural technicians to base his business there.

Ben Wheeler has built up an outstanding reputation with more than 10 years in the industry which has included work on large housing sites, commercial schemes, healthcare and education.

He set up his own practice, BW Architecture, around 18 months ago and is using his razor-sharp focus on the technical aspects of a project. He had previously worked for both RIBA accredited and...

Air Marketing Reign Victorious in Children's Charity Sports Day

Last week, national children’s charity CHICKS challenged local Exeter businesses to compete in their Superstar Games. A first for the charity, the games were held in Princesshay in Exeter City Centre and sponsored by Ashley House Printing, with teams headed up by Smart Estate Agents, Attention Media, KTA, Air Marketing and a mixed team of people from various businesses. The teams went head to head in classic heats of the three-legged race, egg and spoon, obstacle course and a Shrek-themed relay in an effort to raise local awareness and funds for the Devon-based charity.

So far this...

Job Fair offers up hundreds of job vacancies

Hundreds of jobs will be up for grabs at a major job fair in Exeter tomorrow (Wednesday 25 September).

More than 50 companies and organisations from across the South West will be exhibiting at the Exeter Jobs Fair at Exeter Corn Exchange from 11am until 2pm.

Big names such as IKEA, the British Army, Devon and Cornwall Police, Tesco and Crealy Theme Park and Resort will be recruiting on the day, along with dozens of small and medium sized businesses.

There will be jobs on offer across a wide range of sectors and with the Christmas season fast approaching there will...

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