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Exeter-based law firm achieves record breaking results

Porter Dodson, the South West-based UK Top 200 law firm, has announced a record-breaking year of growth and achievement, increasing revenue to £20.2m, while retaining the highly prestigious Gold Investors In People accreditation for the third successive time.

Across its Exeter, Sherborne, Poundbury, Bridport, Wellington, Taunton, and Yeovil offices, the firm has seen year-on-year growth of 15.5%, leading to a 25.4% leap in net profit.

These impressive results round off a year in which the firm has achieved significant headcount increases, made possible in part by the...

Manager for Guardian Homecare, Catherine Porter.

200k+ retail job losses predicted in 2021 but Devon’s jobseekers can transfer skills to care   

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Sat, 01/30/2021 - 1:39pm

SHOPWORKERS are being encouraged to transfer their skills to care by one of Exeter’s providers as analysts predict there will be more than 200,000 retail job losses nationwide in 2021 (January 2021).  

Guardian Homecare, which provides home care in and around Exeter, says experts report high street retailers are facing a terrible year ahead with more than 15,700 store closures anticipated.

Catherine Porter, Manager for Guardian Homecare says: “According to the Centre for Retail Research (CRR), in 2020, as many as 177,000 jobs were lost from UK retail, that’s up by a quarter...

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Burrington gets go ahead for SkyPark development

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/29/2021 - 11:39am

Planning permission has been approved for 35 business units at Exeter’s SkyPark Park.

Burrington Estates purchased the site at SkyPark in 2020 with a commitment to deliver high quality new business units in Exeter.

The units will be built to the BREEAM ‘Excellent’ benchmark and provide flexible space of from 1,000 sq ft with the option of half or full-mezzanine floor.

Burrington Estates Commercial Managing Director, Matthew Bennett, says “We are delighted to get the go ahead for this development allowing us to provide superior options for start-ups and small to...

workplace mental health

Looking after employees’ mental health in lockdown 3.0


There is no doubt that everyone’s mental wellbeing has been affected throughout every lockdown we’ve had over the past year. In the first wave last March, 62 per cent of adults felt anxious or worried, and, whilst this number decreased over time, the numbers are still worryingly high.

Humans are social creatures and being alone for any extended period doesn’t do our mental, physical or emotional wellbeing any good. Many employees are currently missing the interaction of the physical workplace and that is not only influencing how we feel, but on our levels of productivity too....

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New faces at family law firm

It was a positive start to the year as The Family Law Company welcomed four new starters to the teams in Exeter and Plymouth.

The growth in cases concerning children and domestic abuse during the lockdown months is well documented. Solicitor Hannah Duddridge has been engaged in Exeter to join the busy Children and Domestic Abuse Response team. Hannah qualified in 2019 and will be working with Team Leader, Senior Associate Gemma Sparks.

Victoria Power is also joining the team as a Paralegal. She will have the opportunity to assist the team working with victims of domestic...

Paul and Donna Berry who own The Swan and Spelt restaurants in Bampton.

The Swan and Spelt make 2021 Michelin Guide

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Thu, 01/28/2021 - 9:48am

STAFF at The Swan and Spelt restaurants in Bampton in Devon say they are proud to have been featured in the recently published 2021 Michelin Guide (January 2021).

Michelin insisted on going ahead with the guide this year to help support the hospitality industry after it has faced difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chef-patron Paul Berry, who co-owns The Swan and Spelt with his wife and fellow award-winning chef Donna, said: “After what has been an incredibly difficult year for the hospitality industry, we’re staggered and delighted that both of our restaurants have...

Turner & Townsend

Turner & Townsend grows South West footprint with new office in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/28/2021 - 7:17am

Turner & Townsend has established a new office in Exeter to support the growth of the business in the South West of England.

The global professional services business already employs over 300 staff in the region, having worked with clients in the region for over 20 years. This permanent base, located in Exeter’s Emperor Business Park, will support service provision to current and future clients across Devon, Dorset and Cornwall.

The move follows the expansion and relocation of Turner & Townsend’s office in Bristol, which was opened in 2019 by Mayor Marvin Rees....

SME National Business Awards

SME National Business Awards are back for 2021

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 01/27/2021 - 8:47pm

Organisers of the SME National Business Awards have announced they have opened entries early for the 2021 event.

The decision comes after organisers Events & PR were inundated with enquiries about this year's awards from business leaders looking to either enter themselves or nominate someone else for their great work during the pandemic.

In response to the demand, the SME National Business Awards 2021 opened for entries on Monday 25th January as part of an online pre-launch event.

Damian Cummins, Awards Director at Events & PR, said: "Last year we...

Who are Devon’s outstanding apprentices?

Who are Devon’s outstanding apprentices?

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 01/26/2021 - 8:35pm

RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with Radio Exe to recognise the county’s apprentices and is encouraging companies from all sectors to nominate in the Devon Outstanding Apprentice award.

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 8th to 14th February, RGB and Radio Exe are looking for apprentices who perhaps go the extra mile, have a great attitude, make an invaluable contribution to a company, or simply produce brilliant work.

One nominee will be named the winner and will receive £200 to spend on Exeter High Street, as well as £200 to spend...

Consultation underway on electricity substation proposals

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 01/25/2021 - 5:20pm

A public consultation is underway on proposals for an electricity substation to support development to the south west of Exeter.

Devon County Council has identified three potential sites to the south west of Exeter, and people are being asked for their views on these options, and any others, ahead of a planning application being submitted later in the year.

The substation is another essential element of the £55 million infrastructure needed to enable the development of 2,500 homes and employment in the area. Western Power Distribution, which is responsible for the...

Inform Direct

Devon hits record high for new company formations despite challenging year for business

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/21/2021 - 9:28pm

Latest figures show that more new businesses were established in Devon during 2020 than in any previous year – hitting a new record high for the third year in a row.

Despite the considerable economic challenges posed by the Coronavirus pandemic, 7,174 new companies were registered in the county compared to 6,196 during 2019, representing an increase of 15.8%.

This brings the total number of registered companies in Devon to 57,278, up from 53,264 at the end of 2019, which equates to 7.5% growth.

The statistics are taken from the Inform Direct Review of Company...

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