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Fisher German Boosts Exeter Team with Two Key Infrastructure Promotions

A leading property consultancy has announced two promotions in the infrastructure division of its Exeter office.

Fisher German LLP has promoted Richard Smale to Associate Partner, whilst Harry Whittle has also been promoted to Senior Associate.

Since arriving at the business in early 2024, Richard has played an integral role overseeing the ISD team, working across the South West and South of England.

Within his position he has worked with the firm’s clients in the water, electricity, and gas sectors, providing strategic oversight and advice on nationally...

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Stagecoach South West celebrates National Apprenticeship Week 2023

This week local bus operator Stagecoach South West are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2023 by highlighting people across their business who have excelled through the company’s apprenticeship schemes.

Each year National Apprenticeship Week details the benefits that apprentices can bring to local communities, businesses, and the wider economy. With this year’s theme being ‘Skills for life’ it’s a great opportunity for people to consider the public transport sector as a career choice. Stagecoach has been at the forefront of championing apprentices in the workforce for many...

Europe Snacks acquires Burts Snacks to accelerate its growth in the UK

Europe Snacks, a leading European producer of savoury snacks for third party brands, announces the acquisition of 100% of Burts Snacks. This operation enables Europe Snacks to accelerate its growth in Europe’s largest snacking market.

Supported by Apax Partners, Europe Snacks entered the UK market with the acquisition of Kolak Snack Foods in 2016. The acquisition of Burts, which should be finalized in March 2023, represents a further step in expanding the group’s presence in the UK, with the product portfolio being highly complementary.

The combination of the two...

Devon-based dairy drinks business expands product range at Aldi

A dairy drinks supplier based in the heart of Devon is celebrating a successful start to the year after a surge in demand for its protein milkshake range across Aldi stores.

Located in the town of Crediton, Crediton Dairy Limited has supplied the supermarket with a range of milk-based drinks for the past nine years – including favourites like Aldi’s Cowbelle flavoured milks and Shuk Up milkshakes.

The dairy drinks business recently grew its partnership with the supermarket, adding a selection of new protein milkshakes as part of the range in Aldi, which have proved...

Foot Anstey Legal Director appointed as Chair at STEP

Emma Facey, Legal Director at national law firm Foot Anstey LLP, has been appointed as Chair of England & Wales Regional Committee at STEP, the global professional body comprising of lawyers, accountants, trustees and other practitioners that help families plan for the future.

STEP's mission is to inspire confidence in families planning their assets across generations by setting and upholding high professional standards, informing public policy, promoting education and connecting practitioners globally to share knowledge and best practice in the sector.

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Apprenticeship Day highlights training success at Hendy Group

As Apprenticeship Week gets underway in the UK, (Feb 6th to 12th) one south coast motoring group has held a dedicated event to mark their achievements.

Hendy Group currently has 63 apprentices working in the business and has plans to recruit more this year.

An action-packed day at motor racing circuit Thruxton gave new apprentices an insight into the Hendy business and certificates were awarded to those who have recently completed their apprenticeships.

The theme of the day was opportunity and Hendy Group chief executive Paul Hendy said apprentices are a crucial...

Vehicle leasing company opens South West business hub

VEHICLE leasing experts Carparison have opened a ‘one stop shop’ to help South West businesses with their fleet needs.

The award-winning, Exeter based company has opened a business centre at their headquarters in Marsh Barton – the biggest automotive base in Europe – to offer customers expert, face to face advice on vehicle leasing, fleet management and sustainability needs.

Business Centre Manager, Steve Hill said: “We are a one-stop shop for every make and model – car or van. Our new business hub means that in addition to our online business, we now offer face to face...

Brand new Farming and Machinery Show comes to Exeter

It’s rare to get something for nothing, but that’s exactly what’s on offer at the South West’s brand new agricultural machinery and methods show; great news in belt-tightening times for anyone in the region connected with farming, agricultural transport and contracting.

Taking place on Wednesday 22 February at Exeter’s prestigious Westpoint Arena, the West Country Farming & Machinery Showwill bring together the latest livestock and arable machinery from the biggest manufacturers, plus demonstrations, advice and seminars, all completely free!

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Renewed optimism for South West tourism and leisure industry

International law firm Trowers & Hamlins partnered with Bishop Fleming accountants and Savills to launch the inaugural South West Tourism and Leisure Forum featuring industry experts from across the sector.

Despite well-publicised economic challenges in the past two years, the audience live poll hosted at the event highlighted an optimistic outlook for the year ahead.

Key findings from the event:

87% of guests felt that investment in sustainability initiatives is a desirable or even crucial priority for their business.
46% are feeling

Brexit third anniversary leaves Plymouth's top Champagne retailer feeling flat

On the third anniversary of the UK leaving the European Union, Plymouth's 'Champagne Retailer of the Year' reveals how the impact and commercial challenges are leaving the company feeling flat.

Daniel Blatchford attended Hele's School in Plympton and launched specialist online retailer, Sip Champagnes, with his business partner Peter Crawford in 2020.

The company sources and supplies only the best small-batch, handcrafted champagne straight to consumers and the hospitality trade from France’s iconic wine region. With the UK’s largest collection of 60 Champagne producers...

Expanding Exeter lawyers Bertram Fairbanks appoints new property partner

Bertram Fairbanks, formerly known as Bertram Law, continues to raise the bar, with the appointment of Julia Knight as a new Partner and Head of Commercial Property at its head office at Belvedere House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, in line with its ongoing ambitious expansion plans.

Qualifying in the South East in 2005, Julia trained and worked at specialist commercial firms, before relocating to Devon in 2009. With nearly twenty years’ experience, she advises clients on all aspects of commercial property work ranging from sole traders to large corporate entities. Julia deals with sales...

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Fisher German Boosts Exeter Team with Two Key Infrastructure Promotions

Stagecoach South West celebrates National Apprenticeship Week 2023

Europe Snacks acquires Burts Snacks to accelerate its growth in the UK

Devon-based dairy drinks business expands product range at Aldi

Foot Anstey Legal Director appointed as Chair at STEP

Apprenticeship Day highlights training success at Hendy Group

Vehicle leasing company opens South West business hub

Brand new Farming and Machinery Show comes to Exeter

Renewed optimism for South West tourism and leisure industry

Brexit third anniversary leaves Plymouth's top Champagne retailer feeling flat

Expanding Exeter lawyers Bertram Fairbanks appoints new property partner

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