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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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Chiefs side to face London Irish

Exeter Chiefs may not have created history last weekend, but Director of Rugby Rob Baxter saw enough from his side in defeat at Gloucester to give him plenty of encouragement for the future. The reigning Aviva Premiership champions were downed right at the death by the Cherry & Whites, losing 28-21 in their seasonal opener at Kingsholm. Jason Woodward’s last-gasp try meant the Chiefs missed not only suffered defeat in Round One, but also missed out on setting a new record of 18 games unbeaten in English rugby’s top division. Although disappointed to come unstuck, Baxter preferred to...

Devon firm creates new jobs after acquisition

Okehampton-based Forest Fuels has further increased efficiency and coverage for its wood pellet customers in the UK by acquiring the ‘woodpellets2u’ business.

The move significantly increases the scale of Forest Fuels’ operations, enhancing the company’s ability to deliver sustainable wood fuel.

Peter Solly (pictured), managing director of Forest Fuels said: “This is great news for our wood pellet customers as it further enhances our coverage, especially for blown deliveries, where a blower vehicle blows the wood pellets directly into the fuel hopper with minimal fuss and...

Stay of execution for Exmouth seafront cafe

An urgent and confidential report was taken to East Devon District Council’s Cabinet last night about two Exmouth seafront tenancies.

The Fun Park and Harbour View Café sites are due for investment and redevelopment as part of the council’s plans to improve the attractiveness of the seafront to residents and visitors alike.

Earlier this month the council, as landlord, took back the former Fun Park site on Queen’s Drive having given the tenant extensive notice, a year’s extension and with the last 12 months of his tenancy rent free. Last night, Cabinet confirmed it was...

Chief Among Them

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 09/07/2017 - 3:41pm

The Family Law Company is ending its year-long 25th anniversary celebrations with a flourish - by sponsoring a Chief.

The family law specialists are sponsoring Prop Tomas Francis, who came off the bench to play for the winning side on that legendary day at Twickenham in May.

Managing Director and founder of the company, Norman Hartnell is a committed fan of the team, attending games as often as he can.

He said: “The Chiefs have had a hugely positive impact on Exeter in the past few years, especially when they lifted the Premiership trophy – you could hear the roars...

Calling all wannabe Great West Runners: Join TeamHospiscare35!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Wed, 09/06/2017 - 3:47pm

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of local charity Hospiscare, Dr Becky Baines, Hospiscare’s Medical Director is getting out of her comfort zone and is asking if at least 35 local people will join her.

Becky has bravely signed up for the Great West Run on 15th Oct 2017, a 13.1 mile run through the heart of Exeter. It’s a brave move because the only other race Becky has previously completed was back in 2015, when she took part in a 10K just to prove to herself she could do it.

Becky explains “TeamHospiscare35 was founded by myself and Hospiscare’s Dr Jenny Hayes to celebrate...

Where to showcase your new invention? Try Vernadsky Challenge, Max Polyakov initiative

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/04/2017 - 3:46pm

Vernadsky Challenge is a great platform for your hardware startup to get recognition and get support from Noosphere Ventures and Max Polyakov.

You are a young engineer or scientist full of ideas. You may already have a project outline or even a prototyped invention that you would like to showcase to the world. You only lack financial resources for the implementation of your great idea that may potentially change people’s lives. The good news is that you are in demand. There are a lot of potential investors who are on the outlook for high-potential ideas like yours. Look for them on...

Almost 33,000 days of additional imprisonment imposed on inmates in the SW last year

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/04/2017 - 3:37pm

Prisoners in jails in the South West region were handed a total of 32,829 days – almost 90 years – of additional imprisonment for breaking prison rules last year.

Research by the Howard League for Penal Reform reveals today (Monday 4 September) that prisons are routinely and increasingly resorting to draconian punishments in a counter-productive attempt to regain control.

It shows that, across England and Wales, almost 290,000 additional days of imprisonment were handed down to prisoners during 2016 – a 75 per cent rise in only two years – as jails have been brought to...

Teens have talent but creativity crumbles with age

Seventeen-years-old is the age when our creativity peaks, according to a survey out today by BIC®, the leading stationery brand in Europe , similarly those in Plymouth think that their creativity also peaks at 17-years-old. After this, British adults let their creativity die with a staggering 63% of over 30s claiming their talents have fallen by the wayside.

However, of those surveyed in Plymouth, nearly a third of people argued that they are still very much creative.

Researchers took a detailed look into the nation’s creative talents, aspirations and regrets – and revealed...

Disappointing first game for Chiefs as defending champions

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Sat, 09/02/2017 - 10:36am

In the end there was to be no record-breaking accolade for Exeter Chiefs.

Instead, Rob Baxter’s defending Aviva Premiership champions - who were trying to make it a record 18 games unbeaten in English rugby's top flight - were floored by a late knockout blow from Gloucester new-boy Jason Woodward.

The New Zealand-born full-back, who last season tasted top flight relegation with Bristol, sealed an opening day victory for the Cherry & Whites by stealing over for a last-gasp try at a packed Kingsholm

His score, coupled with a brace for compatriot Jeremy Thrush and...

Ken White Signs celebrates 50 years in business in style!

Ken White Signs (KWS), went back to its roots to celebrate its golden anniversary with an event held at Tiverton Golf Club, popular with golfers and considered to be among one of the best 18-hole parkland courses across the region. It brought back fond memories for Ken White, as it was exactly 50 years to the very day that he, and his late wife Jean, signed their very first business contract, which was for Tiverton Golf Club in 1967, and golf has continued to be Ken’s passion.

A keen artist, Ken is revered as one of the most skilled, traditional sign writers in the South of England...

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