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Following 2017's record-breaking year, entries are now open for the prestigious Food & Drink Devon Awards 2018. These gold standard awards celebrate the very best Devon has to offer by recognising the county’s most respected, influential and passionate artisan food and drink producers and establishments.

The awards, currently in their eighth year, continue to grow with 2017 recording the highest number of entries to date as well as boasting a glittering sell out awards evening. Last year the judges tasted over 250 of the finest products and visited nearly 100 establishments...

Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby Rob Baxter says he is "excited" what Santiago Cordero can bring after he today agreed a contract with the Devon club until the end of the season. With Baxter's options in the back division somewhat restricted currently due to injuries and Six Nations call-ups, the Chiefs boss has identified the Argentinian international as a man who can not only enhance his squad, but who can also offer proven quality and experience entering into the business end of the season. The 24-year-old, who can play either wing or full-back, arrives at Sandy Park with 33 caps and 11...

People are invited to have their say on proposals to update the Exe Estuary’s Codes of Conduct.

The codes, which have been in place for many years, ensure that users are able to enjoy the area in safety while wildlife is protected.

Many enjoy a range of varied activities on and around the Exe Estuary including walking, kayaking, kite-surfing, sailing and powerboating.

Codes of Conduct are particularly useful on the Estuary where different activities overlap, with many participants not linked to a particular club or are from outside the area.

Some visitors...

If your business is losing money, then that means you’re losing money too. Every penny wasted is a loss to your business and could mean the difference between success and failure. In today’s difficult business climate, it is more vital than ever that we take the time to give regular appraisals of our business costs in order to ensure that any money we spend is going to benefit customers and staff alike. Depending on your business sector, there are a number of different ways to make sure you are doing everything you can to secure financial security.

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