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Exeter Science Park pays tribute to outgoing Chair Nick Ames

Exeter Science Park has paid tribute to its outgoing Chair of the Board, Nick Ames, who has stepped down from his role following the successful completion of his five-year tenure.

Nick has overseen a significant period of transformation and growth for the Science Park, playing an important role in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction and laying the foundations for its next phase of development. His leadership has been instrumental in helping the Science Park strengthen its reputation as a hub for innovation, collaboration and high-growth STEMM (science, technology,...

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Vospers unveils exciting plans for its new Mazda showroom at £12m supersite

Multinational car manufacturer Mazda will invite customers to enjoy a new style of car showroom, when Vospers opens its new site in Exeter later this year. The car dealer’s new 61,215 square foot state of the art facility at Matford, destined to open late 2018, will also include new showrooms for Ford, Fiat, Jeep and Alfa Romeo. As the only authorized dealer of Mazda in Devon, Vospers features a great selection across the product range such as the Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda6, Mazda CX-3 and the all-new Mazda CX-5. One of the biggest automaker producers in the world, Mazda has been...

Barratt Homes becomes Exeter College’s Employer of the Month

A local south west house builder has been recognised by Exeter College for championing apprenticeships.

Barratt Homes was awarded the title of Employer of the Month for its work with students and for appointing the UK’s first ever marketing apprentice, Barney Munn.

In addition to the new marketing role, there are 13 apprentices working towards their NVQ levels two and three at Barratt Homes across the region. They will be covering topics including carpentry with 10 bricklaying and one each in technical and commercial.

As the five star house builder celebrates its...

Exeter City sign Dara O'Shea from West Brom on loan

Exeter City are delighted to announce the signing of defender Dara O’Shea from West Bromwich Albion on a six-month loan deal.

Dara, who joined the Baggies’ academy at under-16 level, spent last season on loan with Hereford gaining a great deal of experience in senior football, helping himself to seven goals as he won the club’s young player of the year award in what was a promotion season for the Bulls.

The 19-year-old has captained the Republic of Ireland at under-19 level and arrives at St James Park to improve manager Matt Taylor’s defensive options or the 2018/19...

Brooks Macdonald sponsor Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival 2018 for second year running

The Taunton office of investment management firm Brooks Macdonald is once again proud to lend its support to Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival which takes place on 19 to 23 September 2018.

The festival, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, brings together bestselling and award-winning authors to share their stories with the public, including John McCarthy, who captured the imagination of the entire country when he was abducted by Islamic Jihad in Beirut in 1986 and spent 1943 days in captivity.

Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on East Devon’s...

£100,000 legacy project grant donated to Hospiscare

Popular Devon charity Hospiscare is to receive a whopping £100,000 donation from The Exeter Property Summer Ball Committee and the Exeter Foundation.

The Legacy Project Grant is the first to be joint-funded by both organisations and will pay for the vital refurbishment of a 12-bed ward at Hospiscare’s Searle House in Exeter.

Based in Exeter, Hospiscare was formed in 1982 with two community nurses and the hospice was opened in 1992.

The charity now employs 160 staff and more than 1,000 volunteers and provides care and support to people with progressive life-limiting...

Don’t lose your chance to vote

Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on matters that affect them by completing their annual canvass form and returning it to the City Council as soon as possible.

With City Council elections taking place in May 2019, this is an important opportunity for residents to make sure they can take part.

The form ensures that the Council can keep the electoral register up-to-date and identify any residents who are not registered so that they can be added to the register. Doing so will allow people to take part in any future elections.

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10 business finance terms you need to know

The world of business finance can be somewhat overwhelming. However, businesses must have a solid understanding of finance in order to make sure that they have the confidence to make tough financial decisions and to avoid running into financial difficulties. Here in Exeter, thousands of businesses have succeeded, and some have failed, so it is important that new business owners have the best possible understanding from the start. Here are 10 business finance terms you need to know in order to stand a chance in the world of business.

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South West scoops top awards at the National Trust Fine Farm Produce Awards

Ten of the very best farm food producers in the South West walked away with 22 of the top awards at the National Trust’s annual Fine Farm Produce Awards, presented at BBC Countryfile Live at Blenheim Palace.

Now in their thirteenth year, the awards celebrate the finest produce from the Trust’s 1,500 tenant farmers and estates, who between them look after more than 500,000 acres of farmland in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. As well as being judged for taste, products are assessed against a range of environmental standards to guarantee their quality and origin.

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Expanding financial management firm celebrates 25th anniversary with move to new offices

Multi-award-winning Cathedral Management Limited (CFM), with a turnover of £3.3m, celebrate their 25th anniversary milestone in style with a grand opening following a move to new prestigious offices on the ground floor of Eagle House located on Exeter Science Park.

Owned by Eagle One, who occupy the top floor, Eagle House is a striking, high-quality and generously proportioned two-storey office, built to BREEAM Excellent Standards. Situated around 400 metres from Junction 29 of the M5 motorway it is in a highly accessible and prominent position at the entrance to Exeter Science...

Water retailer wins £2.14million contract with leading NHS Trust

Source for Business has been awarded a £2.14 million water and waste water retail contract with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Source for Business is the national trading brand for Pennon Water Services, part of the Exeter-based Pennon Group, which had previously provided water services to the Trust. Source for

Business was awarded the retail contract for both services after a competitive process that saw the retailer focus on its expertise in water efficiency and the cost savings it could help the Trust to achieve.

Following recent contract...

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Exeter Science Park pays tribute to outgoing Chair Nick Ames

Vospers unveils exciting plans for its new Mazda showroom at £12m supersite

Barratt Homes becomes Exeter College’s Employer of the Month

Exeter City sign Dara O'Shea from West Brom on loan

Brooks Macdonald sponsor Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival 2018 for second year running

£100,000 legacy project grant donated to Hospiscare

Don’t lose your chance to vote

10 business finance terms you need to know

South West scoops top awards at the National Trust Fine Farm Produce Awards

Expanding financial management firm celebrates 25th anniversary with move to new offices

Water retailer wins £2.14million contract with leading NHS Trust

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