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Trowers' Exeter office continues growth with new partner hire

Trowers & Hamlins has expanded its Exeter team with the rehiring of Brian Hitchcock as Partner in the Projects and Construction team.

Brian brings 18 years of experience as a transactional infrastructure and project delivery lawyer, advising across a full spectrum of infrastructure, energy and real estate development projects in the UK. Brian has particular expertise in advising on contracting strategy and dispute avoidance.

He is ranked and recognised by the Chambers & Partners UK legal guide as "a go-to practitioner for large-scale construction project advice...

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Old Mill: The key points of the Budget were the changes we didn't see

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:44am

The Budget, understandably, focussed on the coronavirus and the implications on both a health and finance basis, meaning other changes that may impact individual wealth management were not front and centre.

There were some changes to be aware of, but Gavin Jones, chartered financial planner at financial experts Old Mill,, says the key points of the budget were the changes that we didn’t see.

“With a lot of talk before the Budget of a big reduction in pension tax relief for higher earners and following the two reports about Inheritance Tax (IHT) from the Office for Tax...

Malta and the British connection

You may have heard of The Knights of Malta, an ancient order of warriors sworn to protect the Pope. You might have even heard that setting up a business in Malta is super easy and that there’s so much to explore in the way of history and culture.

But, what you may not have known is that Malta shares a rather strong connection with Great Britain. Read on as we explore Malta’s connection to Britain and why it’s so important today.

History

Historically, England and Malta have a rich history which stems from the time when Britain defended Malta from the French in the...

Chris Rice – Principal Transport Planner (WSP) / Chris Shipway – Vice Chair CIHT (SW) / Martin Tugwell – President – CIHT / Nik Bowyer – Chair CIHT (SW) with speakers from CIHT (SW) Annual conference 2020 at Reed Hall, University of Exeter

Highways and transportation conference explores link between South West's economic fortunes & transport infrastructure

The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) held its 2020 South West Regional Conference at Reed Hall, University of Exeter sponsored by WSP. A registered charity, CIHT is a learned society and membership body with 12 UK nations/regions and a number of international groups. It represents and qualifies professionals who plan, design, build, manage, maintain and operate transport and infrastructure.

‘Rejuvenation and the Economy: Insights into how transport can influence regional prosperity’ was the topic for this year’s annual CPD event. The tightly packed...

South West’s tradespeople enjoy an evening of networking with Andrew Price & Co

Tradespeople from a variety of professions have come together to share opportunities and get to know one another better at an event hosted by Torquay Chartered Accountants Andrew Price & Co.

The relaxed networking event, held at the Passage House Hotel in Kingsteignton, saw a host of tradespeople from across South Devon, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and Exeter meet up and connect over drinks and pizza.

During the event, guests also got a chance to meet the Andrew Price & Co team, who were on hand to share advice and strike up new relationships with guests.

Andrew...

National accreditation for Exeter College counselling qualification

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:39am

Exeter College’s Advanced Professional Diploma in Counselling Theory and Therapeutic Practice has been accredited by the National Counselling Society (NCS), providing professional backing to the Level 4 qualification being offered by the College for adult learners.

The accreditation means that the NCS, one of the country’s leading professional bodies in this area, has signed off on the teaching and learning on the qualification and believe that the course develops students who are safe, competent and ethical to practice counselling professionally.

As part of the...

5 brilliant internet tools to create a professional resume

If there’s one document in this world that’s absolutely critical to get right (and keep updated!), it’s the resume. This simple little one or two-page document often feels like an impenetrable wall surrounding employment. It can be one of the most stressful things a person ever creates in their lives and keeps on stressing about even after they’ve submitted it.

Then there’s the added pressure to get CVs personalised to different roles that one applies to. All the while, taking into account thousands of pieces of advice and best practices columns floating around the web.

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Mark Simic, partner at Exeter-based Simpkins Edwards LLP,

The Budget 2020: A shot in the arm for the economy

Commenting on the 2020 Budget Mark Simic, partner at Exeter-based Simpkins Edwards LLP, said: “In what was billed as a budget to vaccinate the economy, the Chancellor announced a series of measures to cope with the predicted fallout from COVID-19, which Chancellor Rishi Sunak described as a serious but temporary disruption.

“Alongside an ambitious program of long-term capital investment, a £30bn stimulus package was unveiled. Business owners concerned about staff being off sick and in self-isolation will have welcomed the £2bn set aside to cover the cost of sick pay for up to 14...

Artificial Intelligence the big tech trend for 2020

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/12/2020 - 9:03am

A survey of tech companies across the South West has revealed that artificial intelligence is the most widely anticipated business tech trend of 2020.

Looking at technological innovations that will have the most impact on shaping business strategies over the coming year, AI was by far the most popular response, with 44.7% of the vote, according to the survey of over 100 tech businesses by Tech South West.

Toby Parkins, Chairman and Co-founder of Tech South West, who also runs software company Headforwards in Cornwall, said: “It’s really no surprise that artificial...

Ways To Market Your Business Effectively

If you have started a business, then there's a good chance you have a product or service you know people want. You know there's an audience for it and you have tested it to make sure it does what it is supposed to. But how do you get it in front of those people? That's where marketing comes in and there is no shortage of ways to do this effectively.

One time marketing elements

There are two main elements to marketing – the ongoing strategies that you create and fine-tune as time passes and data comes in. And the one time elements that you set up and allow to work quietly in the...

4 tips to improve your forex trading

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 03/12/2020 - 6:40am

It isn't a secret that many Forex traders don't make any money, and in fact, are more likely to make a loss. That is because they haven't taken the time to research all of the options, to learn how to use the system correctly or managed their own risk very well.

With a few simple tips, you can make a big difference to your future trades and are more likely to see a profit and meet your trading goals.

Strategy

Before you start trading, you should have a clear idea of what your trading strategy will be. If you begin to make trades outside of your strategy or make some...

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