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James Hopkins Strengthens UK Construction Standards as Founder of the National Association of Building Contractors

The National Association of Building Contractors (NABC), founded by entrepreneur James Hopkins , continues to make significant strides in raising trust, transparency and professionalism across the UK construction sector.

Built on a mission to connect homeowners with vetted, trusted and reliable contractors , NABC has become a respected national body while supporting builders in scaling and improving their business visibility.

A Vision for Better Building Standards

James identified a gap in the market early — skilled tradespeople often lacked the business...

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Best in tech revealed as Tech South West Awards 2025 shortlists unveiled

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/17/2025 - 10:04pm

From AI-powered communication tools and breakthrough HealthTech innovations to CleanTech pioneers tackling climate change, the Tech South West Awards 2025 shortlists have been revealed.

Now in their seventh year, the Awards celebrate the very best in tech from across the South West, spanning Bath, Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire.

More than 30 judges from across the region’s tech ecosystem, including business leaders, educators, investors, sponsors and cluster leads, met at the Firepool Digital Centre in Taunton to discuss and...

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New planning manager for major South West housebuilder

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/15/2025 - 6:06pm

Persimmon Homes’ south west business has hired a new planning manager as the company looks to expand its presence in the region.

Andy West has rejoined the business, where he worked as a planner from 2015-2018, after five years with a small Cornish developer, Verto, that specialised in constructing Zero Carbon Smart Homes, followed by a stint at Crest Nicholson.

Before his first stint with Persimmon, Andy began his career as a planning enforcement officer for local planning authorities, including Dartmoor National Park, after graduating from university with a degree in...

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DCW Extends Chiefs Partnership On and Off the Pitch

Recycling rates at Sandy Park soared at the start of the 24/25 season whilst they saw a 25.75% reduction in general waste compared to the same time period in the previous year all thanks to Exeter Chiefs’ sustainability partnership with Devon Contract Waste (DCW). Now, the Devon waste management company has confirmed it will continue the collaboration for the 2025/26 season, as well as sponsoring rising star Christ Tshiunza.

Last season, the partnership delivered impressive results in making Sandy Park more sustainable. With new recycling stations, improved waste segregation, and...

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Living Space Architects highly commended in LABC South West Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/14/2025 - 10:03pm

Living Space Architects has been highly commended in the Best Residential Extension section of the Local Authority Building Control South West Building Excellence Awards 2025 for the imaginative design of extensions and renovations at a holiday home in Lyme Regis.

The Exeter-based practice was asked to formulate a substantial and sustainable upgrade to create a bold and exciting property for the client’s extended family to enjoy.

The house, which stands on a hill, had a garden room built into the gradient with doors opening onto the garden. The master bedroom now looks...

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Exeter Science Park

Exeter Science Park launches search for new CEO

Exeter Science Park has begun the search for a new chief executive officer to lead the organisation into the next phase of its growth as a hub for science, technology, and enterprise in the south west.

This follows the announcement that current CEO, Dr Sally Basker, will retire in June 2026 after nearly a decade of leadership. Under her guidance, Exeter Science Park has secured strong financial foundations, welcomed significant new investment and supported the growth of pioneering STEMM companies.

Dr Basker said: “It has been a privilege to lead Exeter Science Park...

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CECA South West Award Winner Jake Martin

Jake Named Most Promising Trainee Quantity Surveyor at CECA South West Awards

Jake Martin, from Exeter, has been named the South West’s Most Promising Trainee Quantity Surveyor at the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) Young Achiever Awards ceremony in Torquay.

Jake, who works for Roadform Civil Engineering in Newton Abbot, has made a stunning start to his career, achieving 92% average marks in the first year of his course at the University of the West of England.

From the outset of his time with Roadform, he has shown maturity and ability beyond his years, covering for more senior colleagues when needed and making a direct impact on...

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Richard Foord MP visits Isembard’s Exeter factory

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/08/2025 - 6:58pm

Richard was shown the high-precision machinery used to produce defence and aerospace components.

Shaun and Richard discussed Isembard’s unique role as a software-led manufacturer supporting critical industries, as well as the South West’s growing strength in advanced manufacturing and maritime innovation.

The conversation also covered the importance of building the links between industry and education, through opportunities for apprenticeships, gaining practical engineering experience, and creating high-quality, well-paid jobs in the South West.

Richard Foord,...

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Representatives from IDH with members of the Exeter Science Park team.

Innovative engineering company selects Exeter Science Park for next phase of growth

Global engineering design consultancy, Independent Design House (IDH) has opened a new office at Exeter Science Park .

IDH delivers innovative temporary works design services for the construction sector, specialising in formwork, scaffold design, civil and structural engineering, independent checking and training services.

By opening a base at Exeter Science Park, IDH strengthens its presence in the south west, with convenient access to clients and opportunities across Devon and Cornwall. This new location complements the company’s existing offices in Maidstone, Bristol,...

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Winners at Accounting Excellence Awards

Simpkins Edwards strikes Gold at national Accounting Excellence Awards

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 10/06/2025 - 7:10pm

Accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards flew the flag for Devon at the prestigious Accounting Excellence Awards, picking up the Gold award for Employer of the Year (Mid-Tier Firm).

The firm, which has five offices across the county and employs over 130 people from the local area, shows a genuine commitment to ensuring that all employees are safe, supported and valued.

Judges praised Simpkins Edwards for the quality of the awards submission, and for backing up its claims with robust data, pointing to exceptionally low staff absence rates with just 0.38% of total hours lost due to...

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Water contamination detection tool up for national award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/03/2025 - 7:08pm

An innovation designed in Exeter to detect contaminated water and save lives has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

FluoroGlow’s device is designed to detect Cryptosporidium in water – a parasite that can cause severe illness and even death, especially in children and vulnerable people.

Previously, it has been difficult to detect without slow laboratory-based tests. But FluoroGlow aims to change that by providing rapid and reliable results directly at the water source.

It’s the brainchild of University of Exeter Medical Science graduate Kathryn...

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