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The South West’s biggest tech celebration returns for 2026

Companies progressing technology and innovation across the South West of England are being put on alert as the Tech South West Awards 2026 officially opens for entries.

From trailblazing startups and game‑changing scaleups to inspiring leaders and teams driving global change, the awards shine a spotlight on those redefining what’s possible, tackling real‑world challenges and putting the South West firmly on the innovation map.

Following a standout event at Sandy Park, in Exeter last year, with more than 300 attendees and a packed room of innovators, this year’s awards...

The pink fizz is chilling in readiness for the 2019 Twilight Walk!

The pink fizz is chilling in readiness for the 2019 Twilight Walk!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:14pm

Saturday 6 July will be a BIG day in Exmouth for local charity Hospiscare . Exmouth and Lympstone Hospiscare will be holding their Family Fun Day at Manor Gardens from 10am – 4pm with live entertainment and lots of fun activities. Having had a great day with the whole family it will then be time for the mums, nans and aunties to don their pink tutus and bunny ears (not compulsory) and head on down to The Maer for either the Twilight Walk or 5K Fizz Run in aid of Hospiscare.

This sponsored event offers a scenic five or ten mile walking route or a 5K running route along the stunning...

Overnight resurfacing planned on A380

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:08pm

The next phase of overnight resurfacing work on the A380 is due to start on the evening of Tuesday 7 May.

Work will be taking place on the southbound carriageway at Harcombe Plantation.

To undertake the work safely, the A380 will be closed each night between 7pm and 7am (from 8pm on Friday nights) from its junction with the A38 to Mamhead Cross.

A signed diversion route will be in place via the A38, B3344, B3193, B3193 (Strap Lane), B3195 and A380.

The A380 will be fully open during the daytime but, for safety reasons, a temporary 40mph speed limit will be...

Investment continues at Exeter events venue

South west events company PM Hospitality is continuing to invest in its Exeter venue Rockbeare Manor, with the creation of a new bedroom suite, meaning the exclusive venue now sleeps up to 30 guests.

The Grade I listed Georgian manor house, located just outside Exeter, has played host to many weddings and events since it was refurbished in 2016. This is the 13th bedroom suite to be created at the prestigious venue.

Aimée Spencer, Director at Rockbeare Manor, said they had always intended to continue to invest in the property following its acquisition in 2015.

She...

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Libraries Unlimited welcomes new trustees

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/29/2019 - 3:48pm

Libraries Unlimited, the charity responsible for running Devon and Torbay libraries, has welcomed two new independent trustees to its Board.

Sarah O’Brien, External Affairs Advisor at the National Trust and IT and publishing sector specialist George Lossius were appointed to the Board of trustees this month. They join a number of independent trustees as well as both staff and community trustees who set the strategic direction for Devon and Torbay libraries.

Sarah O'Brien has 12 years experience in leading external programmes, partnerships and campaigns across South West...

Image shows Simpkins' Edwards high-flying qualifiers: Jak Griffin, James Fisher, Abbie Lawless and Nick Feeney.

Simpkins Edwards’ staff achieve raft of key accountancy qualifications

The Exeter office of Chartered Accountants Simpkins Edwards is celebrating a flood of key accountancy and taxation qualifications among its staff, who between them have achieved CTA, ACA, ATT and AAT professional qualifications, enhancing their skill, expertise and knowledge, while strengthening the firm’s ability to provide specialist client advice.

Corporate Tax Manager Corporate Tax Manager, has joined the firm’s growing number of Chartered Tax Advisers (CTA) having achieved the UK’s premier qualification in tax advice. As a dual qualified professional (James is also a Certified...

How does 3D printing help you save cost?

With the fast and continuous changes in technology comes new ways of doing things. Businesses are now incorporating new modes of doing things; all from marketing and now even manufacturing has taken another turn. 3D printing has come in as a time and money savior in the manufacturing area which could ultimately help you improve the quality of your products and operations

If you are yet to integrate this technology, this article aims at explaining the money-saving aspect associated with 3D printers. 3D printers are an excellent way of reducing the cost of production and the...

Starting your own vehicle recovery business

Vehicle recovery is a service that’s in demand wherever you might be. It’s a business that serves the general public, businesses, and municipalities when unwanted vehicles need to be removed from a property. Should you be involved in a road traffic incident, a recovery company will tow your car away, if it’s not possible to drive it anywhere. A recovery business is something you can start all by yourself, with just one recovery vehicle. If you’re successful, you’ll be able to expand your business taking on more staff and running more recovery vehicles. Starting this kind of business is...

Innovative degree helps future lawyers prepare for new technology and online courts

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 04/28/2019 - 9:33am

Students have the opportunity to study at a top university and global law firm as part of a new course designed to prepare them for the growth in legal innovation and technology. The students will learn about how developments will change the role of judges and lawyers, as well as increase the potential for access to justice for litigants.

The University of Exeter and Reed Smith have joined forces to create the new four-year LLB “Legal Placement” degree, which combines the best aspects of a global top 100 legal education with an immersive, year-long placement at Reed Smith’s London...

A replica 'Clicker', made with the original tooling and presses which made those issued to the American Airborne Division in WW2

Campaign launched to find ‘The Lost Clickers’ of the D-Day landings in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 04/27/2019 - 9:44am

ACME Whistles, world-leader in whistle design, innovation and manufacture is calling out to D-Day veterans and their relatives to find what have been coined ‘The Lost Clickers’ of the D-Day landings.

Supported by The Royal British Legion and intended to meaningfully mark the 75thanniversary of the D-Day landings, ACME Whistles is searching for original ‘ Clickers ’ issued to the American Airborne Division as a vital piece of survival equipment. Paratroopers were dropped into darkness behind enemy lines on the night before D-Day, if they were not alone when they landed, or later...

Local business raises money for cancer charity

Authored by cleach79
Posted: Fri, 04/26/2019 - 12:58pm

March was "walk over cancer" month for Cancer Research UK. The team at Impact for Change fully embraced this challenge. Russell Chapman complete 20,000 steps a day, Shane Pulling and Clare Leach, 10,000 steps a day for the whole of the month. Even young people got involved with Amara (10) and Rhea (9) Morris completing the 10,000 step challenge. As a team they walked over a staggering 930 miles!

An amazing £585 was raised for Cancer Research UK, Impact for Change matched the amount raised and gave £585 to Force, a local charity based in Exeter supporting people affected by Cancer...

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