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Exeter based Browne Jacobson first law firm to back national volunteering effort

UK and Ireland law firm, Browne Jacobson is backing a national effort to mobilise millions of volunteers while strengthening its employee volunteering offer, as a Founder Member of GoVo , the digital volunteering platform developed by Royal Voluntary Service.

Built in partnership with hundreds of charities, GoVo and GoVo for Business – the platform’s corporate interface - aim to expand the reach and impact of volunteering nationwide.

As a Founder Member, Browne Jacobson will work alongside Royal Voluntary Service, one of the largest volunteering organisations in Britain...

One in 8 SW renters victim to law-breaking landlords

New research released today has revealed that in the last year alone one in eight private renters has suffered from an illegal act committed by a landlord – equivalent to nearly 100,000 private renters in the region. Nationally, over a million – or one in eight – private renters across England have suffered at the hands of a landlord who has broken the law.

Alarmingly, the survey by Shelter and YouGov uncovered a worrying range of problems with law-breaking landlords in the South West of England, ranging from unlawful behaviour to serious criminal offences.

While reports of...

New pizza delivery company turns up the heat on its rivals

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 8:50pm

The foodie scene in Exeter has been undergoing a revolution in the past few weeks with a whole host of new restuarants popping up, almost weekly.

And if you're a pizza lover there's even more good news now that Firezza, the proper pizza company, is open in Sidwell Street.

The Exeter Daily team were treated to a sample of the delights on offer when a surprise delivery turned up at our offices and all we can say is Mamma Mia!!

Famous for crafting large 25cm hand-stretched pizzas “with passion”, Firezza only uses premium ingredients. Each pizza is handmade and fire-...

Chiefs side to face Bristol

Rob Baxter has warned his Exeter Chiefs side to prepare for battle ahead of tomorrow night’s Westcountry derby with Bristol in Round Four of this season’s Aviva Premiership (7:45pm).

Going head to head for the first time since the Chiefs pipped their rivals to the post in the inaugural RFU Championship Play-Off final six years ago, there appears to be plenty at stake as the two ready themselves to lock horns at Ashton Gate. Baxter is well aware of what has transpired at both clubs in the years that have passed since that wet and wild night at the Memorial Stadium, but it’s present...

Surge in enquiries for flexible workspace as post-Brexit strategies unfold

The uncertainty surrounding post-Brexit trading has led to a growth in demand for flexible office space in Exeter, according to workspace provider Regus. Regus reports a growth of more than 10% in enquiries from June-August and suggests the figures are an indication that businesses in Exeter and beyond are starting to think more flexibly about how and where they work. Richard Morris, UK CEO, Regus, comments: “The current UK business climate does not lend itself to long-term property purchase commitments or even long-term lease arrangements. Instead, businesses are thinking more flexibly...

Regen SW Green Energy Awards shortlist announced

We are very excited to announce this year’s Green Energy Awards shortlist. We will be celebrating the success of the sector at our Awards ceremony in Bath on the 29 November. The dinner is usually a sell out, so we encourage those of you who’ve not already booked a table to do so quickly.

The Awards take part after our annual conference and exhibition Renewable Futures, which this year will be focusing on the transition towards a smart, decentralised energy system with distributed generation, greater flexibility and storage.

To book and for more details please follow this...

Big boost for Pinhoe community project

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 12:26pm

New homes being built for people in Exeter are set to help generate £100,000 for a community project in Pinhoe.

A report is to come before councillors at Exeter City Council next month recommending £100,000 of funds are allocated to support the development of Pinhole Community Hub.

Pinhoe has been the subject to major new housing developments and the funding comes from New Homes Bonus, money paid to councils by central government for creating and freeing up homes for people to live in.

In July, Exeter City Council approved proposals to replace the library building...

Police appeal following M5 crash

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 11:37am

Emergency services were called to a serious collision yesterday (Wednesday 21 September) which closed the M5 North and Southbound at junction 28, Cullompton, and junction 29, Exeter.

Police were informed just after 9am to the incident involving a car and an articulated heavy goods vehicle on the Northbound between junctions 29 and 28.

At one stage, the North and Southbound carriageways were closed in order to facilitate the landing of the Air Ambulance.

The Northbound carriageway remained closed whilst officers from the Serious Collisions Investigation Team...

Search continues for missing Devon teenager

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 11:31am

Police have released a fresh appeal for 15-year-old Arthur Heeler-Frood, who has not been seen since the morning of Tuesday 6 September.

The family of Arthur have released a further appeal asking their son to make contact.

Caroline and Jeremy Heeler-Frood have appealed directly to their son: “Arthur, we are desperately worried about you. Please make contact. We need to know you are safe. We can work out a solution if there is something troubling you.”

Inspector Antonia Weeks said: “Eight days have now passed since Arthur went missing.

“A large number of...

Major M5 roadworks warning

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 7:53am

A one-mile section of metal barrier at junction 23 of the M5 has reached the end of its working life and will be replaced with a new stronger and safer concrete barrier.

The Highways England scheme, which starts on Monday 10 October, will require extensive excavation and construction along the central reservation with over 1400 tonnes of concrete being used. Detailed planning has been undertaken to ensure the work is delivered as safely and efficiently as possible.

Highways England Project Manager Dave Frampton, said: "The new stronger concrete barrier will help to provide...

Time to enter the DEBI Green Awards!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 6:55am

Devon green businesses and organisations are reminded to get their entries in for the 2016 Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards.

The awards are open to businesses, community groups and educational establishments located in the county. Entry is free and all those who make the shortlist will be invited to the free awards event on November 24th at the Met Office. Each shortlisted entry is visited by the panel of judges before final judging, which takes place in November.

This year's categories include 'Made in Devon', 'Enjoyed in Devon', 'Educated in Devon'...

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