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

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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Science and Tech Minister visits Exeter spin-out businesses

A range of businesses based on scientific breakthroughs from the University of Exeter were showcased to Science and Tech Minister Peter Kyle as part of his visit to the city campus.

The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology visited four Exeter spin-out companies, which are working to bring the benefits of new research findings in health, climate and AI. The new businesses are providing highly skilled graduate employment and economic growth for the city and region.

The visit was part of Universities UK annual conference. The Exeter spin-out companies...

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Devon PR Agency Takes Mood Bears from Dragons' Den to Daytime TV

Mood Bears stole the hearts of all five Dragons, and just a week after appointing south Devon based Natalie Trice Publicity as their retained PR agency, they took centre stage on This Morning with Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard.

Founded by Jo Proud and inspired by her own mental health journey, Mood Bears has grown into an internationally recognised brand. Each of the eight brightly coloured bears represents a different emotion, from happiness and sadness to calm, love and hope, helping people of all ages understand and express their feelings.

More than a client-agency...

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Simpkins Edwards supports GPs with practice-focused event

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 09/03/2025 - 6:18am

South West accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards is providing valuable support to GPs aiming to run their practices better, with the return of a popular one-day event.

Aptly titled ‘The Business of General Practice’, the free event at Sandy Park on Tuesday September 16 covers topics that are critical to General Practice. These include ways to navigate rising staff costs and company structures strategically to strengthen a practice's financial strategy and long-term sustainability; an overview of the NHS Pension Scheme; and data-driven benchmarking insights.

In a highly topical...

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Westcotts strengthens tax expertise with appointment of new Director

Westcotts, a leading South West firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, has appointed Jon Sparkes as Tax Director, strengthening the firm’s tax expertise and reinforcing its commitment to helping SMEs and organisations across the region achieve growth and resilience.

Jon, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (FCA) and Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), will be based in the firm’s Exeter office and brings more than 30 years’ experience advising owner-managed businesses, larger corporates and not-for-profit organisations.

He specialises in corporate...

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Devon launches new wave of funded training to power the region’s future

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:55pm

Devon County Council has officially launched the sixth year of its flagship Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps programme, offering over 2,000 adults in the region a unique opportunity to upskill or retrain for in-demand jobs.

Backed by government funding as part of the national Skills for Life initiative, this latest wave of Train4Tomorrow will deliver high-quality, employer-designed training across key growth sectors; from construction trade skills, HGV driving, EV charger installation, AI and data skills and early years education.

Courses are available to adults aged 19...

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Ghostly Nights Named Paranormal Experience Provider of the Year for the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:50pm

Ghostly Nights, the South West’s leading paranormal events company, has been officially recognised as the Paranormal Experience Provider of the Year for the South West, celebrating its authentic and immersive ghost-hunting experiences.

With autumn nights drawing in and Halloween around the corner, Ghostly Nights offers the perfect alternative night out. Guests can step inside historic venues - from manor houses to prisons - and take part in real paranormal investigations using professional equipment.

“This award is a huge honour” says Will Hodges, founder of Ghostly...

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Ex2 Group joins Greener Futures Partnership

EX2 Group joins national decarbonisation framework—boosting Exeter’s retrofit credentials

Authored by AmyKSays
Posted: Mon, 08/25/2025 - 11:05am

Exeter-based EX2 Group has been selected to join the Greener Futures Partnership’s (GFP) Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), a key UK-wide procurement route aimed at accelerating decarbonisation in social housing.

Under this framework, EX2 Group will deliver and install low-carbon systems including heating, lighting, solar generation, battery storage, EV charging, and whole-house retrofit solutions across the South West.

This appointment strengthens Exeter’s growing reputation in green infrastructure and sustainability. GFP is a collaboration between five housing associations...

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Exeter Science Park CEO Sally Basker announces retirement

Exeter Science Park’s Chief Executive, Dr Sally Basker, has announced her decision to retire from full-time work in June 2026.

This will promote a smooth transition and stability following the recent appointment of Dr Eulian Roberts as the new Chair of Exeter Science Park .

Dr Basker, who has led the organisation since 2017, leaves behind a powerful legacy. Under her leadership, Exeter Science Park has grown fivefold and now contributes approximately £50 million annually to the regional economy. Today, the Park supports more than 750 jobs and is home to over 45 high-growth...

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RED Construction opens new office at Exeter Science Park, building on successful regional growth

Exeter Science Park has welcomed RED Construction Group as its latest tenant, further strengthening the Park’s reputation as a hub for high-growth, innovation-focused companies.

RED Construction Group , an award-winning contractor with a strong track record across the south west, is no stranger to Exeter Science Park . The company recently delivered the £22 million, net-zero carbon voco Zeal Hotel - a flagship project for the region.

The company has delivered an extensive portfolio of high-profile projects in Bristol and across the south west region over the past eight...

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New director focuses on Devon homebuyers

Authored by MollyBond
Posted: Wed, 08/13/2025 - 11:03pm

Homebuyers in Devon are set to benefit from fresh leadership as Allison Homes appoints David Hnyda as Sales Director for the South West.

David brings decades of experience in senior sales and marketing roles at some of the UK’s most recognised housebuilders. In his new position, he will oversee customer support and lead sales across Allison Homes’ active developments in Bradworthy, Buckland Brewer, North Tawton and Winkleigh.

Explaining his decision to join, David said he was drawn to the company’s strong customer focus and core values of teamwork, passion, kindness and...

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