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SW small business eye share of nation’s £5bn Christmas Spend

Local small businesses across the South West are gearing up to take their share of a much-needed Christmas boost, as new data predicts the UK could spend £5.3 billion with small firms over the festive period, delivering critical end-of-year gains for this vital segment of the economy.

In wider positive economic signs, new data from the Small Business Saturday campaign also found Brits could spend over £23 billion in total across the UK this festive season, representing a nominal 16% year-on-year spending rise.

On average, one fifth of the nation’s seasonal spending pot...

Flybe launches FlyShe programme following gender diversity findings

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 09/27/2018 - 11:55am

“I firmly believe that young women cannot be what they cannot see”…

…Christine Ourmières-Widener, the CEO of Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has today (18 September 2018) launched FlyShe, a programme aimed at inspiring the next generation of young women to consider a wider variety of high trust career options when they grow up, such as becoming a pilot, engineer or a member of senior management.

With the airline industry forecast to double in size by 2035, it is predicted that the sector needs 637,000* new pilots to meet global demand. Therefore, attracting talent...

How to protect your company data

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Thu, 09/27/2018 - 10:47am

Every modern-day business needs to consider data security as this has become a huge threat in today’s digital world. Businesses will have important data stored on their system and this can be targeted by cybercriminals who can wreak havoc by obtaining this data and this could destroy a business. Additionally, there is always the threat of losing data if the system were to crash. These threats are constantly evolving which can make it challenging to stay on top of, but there are a few excellent ways that you can protect your company data which will also provide peace of mind.

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5 ways to boost retail sales

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 09/27/2018 - 8:30am

Every retailer will want to boost their sales to establish their brand as an authoritative name and to increase profits, but this can often be challenging, especially in the modern age where many consumers shop exclusively online. Increasing sales should be the focus for all retail owners; there are a handful of ways in which you can do this to beat the competition. Consider one or all of the following for powerful results. Although sometimes these results can take a while to show, it will all prove to be worth it in the long run once you begin to find greater success and compete with the...

How engaging captions can bring your Exeter Instagram account to life

Instagram is one of the most popular photo-sharing applications on the market today. Not only is it very easy to work with, but you can gain countless followers if you play your digital cards right. Whether you have set up an Instagram account for personal use or one is linked to your local Exeter business, the fact of the matter is that this software can represent an excellent tool if you hope to have your voice heard. Still, we need to keep in mind that using the appropriate captions is critical in terms of exposure. Let's look at some expert suggestions so that you can begin with the...

Bright new data protection and cyber security joint venture from two inspiring South West businesses

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Wed, 09/26/2018 - 10:57pm

A leading South West law firm has joined forces with one of the region’s top outsourced IT support businesses to create a joint venture offering cyber security and data protection services. nuBright sees Stephens Scown LLP and Bluegrass Group working together to offer legal and technical solutions. “This is a first for the region,” says Robert Camp, Stephens Scown’s managing partner who is spear-heading the new joint venture. “Compliance, data protection, risk and IT are top of any Board’s agenda. With such a fast-moving IT and regulatory landscape, it is crucial that businesses advance...

New chapter for Deer Park Country House

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/26/2018 - 10:31pm

The runaway popularity of East Devon’s Deer Park Country House as the backdrop for amazing, memorable occasions has resulted in the decision to focus exclusively on weddings and events in future. The elegant Georgian manor house is set in 80 acres of glorious countryside and is long established as one of the region’s favourite places to eat, stay and celebrate. Its classic architecture and sumptuous decoration are matched by impeccable service, and visitors are delighted by the charming atmosphere, personal attention and the touches of whimsy which abound around the property. Weddings and...

New University of Exeter Business School Centre opened by Dame Ellen MacArthur

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/26/2018 - 6:45pm

Record-breaking sailor Dame Ellen MacArthur, founder of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, has officially marked the opening of a new centre at the University of Exeter Business School, which is dedicated to tackling some of the world’s greatest social and economic challenges.

Dame Ellen, who made yachting history when she became the fastest solo sailor to circumnavigate the globe, was at the University to mark the launch of the Centre for Circular Economy.

Professor David Allen, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean of the Business School said: “As we face growing economic...

Help East Devon collect more metal and recycle it into something new

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/26/2018 - 2:06pm

East Devon’s award-winning recycling residents are being invited to step up to the challenge and recycle more cans and tins every week so the metal can be transformed into something new.

As part of national Recycle Week (September 24-30), the district council and its partners SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, are taking part in a campaign calling on residents to recycle more of their drinks cans, food tins, deodorant cans, aluminium food trays, foil and metal jar and bottle lids in their green recycling sacks which are collected every week from the kerbside.

The district’s 69...

Rural professionals gather for Devon Farm Walk

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 09/25/2018 - 11:21pm

Over 30 farm and rural professionals gathered last Wednesday at South Battisborough Farm on the Flete Estate near Mothecombe, for the inaugural Devon Rural Professional's Farm Walk organised by leading local accountancy firm, PKF Francis Clark.

The evening, hosted by Lawrence and Lee Glanville and their business partner Alastair Graham provided the opportunity for rural professionals to learn about their impressive operation, their recent diversification and their exciting plans for the future, as well as meet and talk to other professionals in the sector.

Andrew Squires,...

Local housebuilder placed in top 3% of property developers across the country

Following a standout year of success, Exeter-based luxury house builder, Burrington Estates New Homes, has announced site manager at Trispen Meadows in Truro, Shaun Marsden, has been awarded the prestigious Seal of Excellence award by the National House Building Council (NHBC).

Awarded to only 450 site managers across the UK, the awards put Burrington Estates New Homes in the top 3% of house builders in the country. The National House Building Council recognises the industry's best site managers across the UK and has been driving quality in house-building for 38 years.

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