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A new chapter for Exeter based Sparx Learning: Chair Simon Lebus CBE steps down as Sir Charlie Mayfield appointed

Sparx Learning , the Exeter-based education technology company, has announced that Sir Charlie Mayfield will become Chair in October 2025. He will succeed Simon Lebus CBE who is stepping down after six years of transformative leadership.

Since becoming Chair in 2019, Simon Lebus has overseen a period of remarkable growth and strategic progress at Sparx. At the start of his tenure, the company served just 14 schools in Devon. Today, Sparx’s platforms support over 2.4 million students in 2,600 schools, including almost 50 in Devon, across mathematics, literacy and science.

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Nexus gains top tech accreditation

Exeter-based IT specialists Nexus Open Systems have gained a prestigious business accreditation – and one of their team has been named a ‘legend’ for his technical expertise.

The accolade has come from Veeam, the industry leader in data protection, who provide global back-up and recovery software.

Nexus is one of only four companies in the UK to be certified by Veeam as an Accredited Service Partner (VASP). Having been assessed by Veeam, Nexus have been recognised as having duly experienced and trained Veeam engineers along with the business capability to deliver Veeam...

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Gallagher announces senior leadership appointments in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/16/2021 - 9:24pm

Gallagher today announces the appointment of two new managing directors in the insurance broker’s Exeter and Torquay offices.

Cheryl Phillips has been appointed Managing Director for Gallagher’s Exeter office. In her new role, Cheryl will be responsible for heading up Gallagher’s 50-strong team, which looks after insurance and risk management for businesses of all sizes across the region, from SMEs through to large corporate organisations, as well as operating a dedicated regional claims hub. Gallagher’s Exeter office has been based at Milford House on Pynes Hill since 2020, when...

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Extending Coronavirus support – How to avoid the pitfalls

Throughout the pandemic, many businesses have made good use of the HMRC-administered coronavirus relief schemes. Such support has helped them survive the difficult economic conditions and manage staffing and revenue issues as a result of the strict lockdown rules.

As society reopens, now is the time to re-evaluate finances and look towards a stable and ultimately profitable bounce-back.

Schemes set up to support businesses (extended to 30 September in the March 2021 Budget) include:

  • Job Retention Scheme (‘CJRS’ or furlough scheme)
  • Self-Employment
    • ...
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South West planning excellence recognised at RTPI Awards 2021

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/15/2021 - 4:10pm

Projects, teams and individuals from across the South West are in the running to win at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence 2021 , it has been announced.

Finalists from the South West at this year’s RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence are

Interactive Plymouth Plan, submitted by Plymouth City Council (Excellence in Tech within Planning Practice)

Transformation of groundbreaking plan into fully interactive website; a portal to the plan’s strategic vision and policies as well as its delivery and monitoring

The Planning...

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Exeter builders merchant extends opening hours

The Exeter branch of RGB Building Supplies has extended its weekday operating hours and will now open at 7am on Monday to Friday throughout the summer.

The extended hours give customers, particularly those who work in the trades, more flexibility in when they collect supplies and arrive at their jobs. Lengthening the opening times of the branch also helps maintain and improve social distancing.

Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented: “We are always looking at ways we can evolve to support the requirements of our customers, and by extending our weekday summer...

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Loganair, East Anglia to South West direct air link

Loganair boosts UK regional connectivity with new East Anglia to South West direct air link

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/14/2021 - 4:17pm

Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, today announced a major step in connecting East Anglia with the South-West of England through the launch of a new air route between Norwich and Exeter.

The service, which starts on 12 July, will operate a four flights per week service across the summer season on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday – moving to Monday and Friday flights from September onwards.

The 70-minute flight on Loganair’s 49-seat Embraer 145 jets represents a much more convenient way to travel than rail connections via London or an exhausting 320-mile...

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Exeter College’s Vice Principal joins Exeter Chamber Board

Exeter College’s Vice Principal joins Chamber Board

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 04/13/2021 - 11:39pm

Exeter Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Rob Bosworth as a board director. As deputy CEO and vice principal at Exeter College Rob brings a valuable perspective from the education sector, key to driving forward the local economy.

Rob said: “Developing relationships with the business community is essential to ensure the curriculum provision we offer has a clear line of sight to industry and the world of work. I am excited to share my experience with the Chamber – the education and skills landscape is transforming rapidly. It’s important for the economy that the bond...

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Western Power Distribution calls on SW customers to have their say

WPD plans to invest £6bn in ambitious five-year plan: Calls on SW customers to have their say

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/13/2021 - 9:12pm

Western Power Distribution (WPD) has proposed record investment and a ground-breaking network improvement plan for the South West, which promises to reduce power cuts, help vulnerable customers and support environmental targets. However, the company is still keen to hear from customers in the region to have their say on its plans.

WPD is responsible for the power lines, poles, transformers and substations that deliver electricity to 7.9 million homes and businesses across the Midlands, South West and South Wales.

With a headline pledge to become a Net Zero company by...

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Exeter Chamber is changing things up

There’s a real opportunity for change and progression as we emerge from the fog of the pandemic. Exeter Chamber is determined to grab the opportunity - and to bring you with them.

They’ve made changes to their brand, website and membership packages giving you more chances to connect with others, more marketing and PR support and more valuable information for your business.

Fresh new look

Exeter Chamber is excited to share their new brand identity with you, made possible with the expertise of Alder and Alder . There’s a new website too, brought to us by Toco...

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New online community launches to help restaurants in the South West survive and thrive post-pandemic

New online community launches to help restaurants in the South West survive and thrive post-pandemic

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/12/2021 - 12:12pm

Restaurant owners and operators across the South West are being urged to join the Restaurant Collective, a new not-for-profit small business community spearheaded by TV chef Brian Turner with a mission to save the UK’s independent restaurants.

The restaurant sector has been one of the very hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. Industry data shows that there are around 3,000 fewer restaurants in Britain than there were in March 2020 – which isthe equivalent of eight closures every day. Since the start of this year, the trend has accelerated with the independent market suffering 2,...

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