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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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Exeter Chamber members enjoy networking lunch at Exeter Food Festival

More than 100 guests attended the latest Exeter Chamber of Commerce networking lunch which took place at the 2016 Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink.

The event was sponsored by Paignton Zoo and delegates were given a presentation on the coffee industry and specifically the impact that coffee producers have on the environment.

Simon Tonge, Executive Director of Paignton Zoo, said “The lunch is a great way for Paignton Zoo, as an environmental and conservation charity, to reach a wide range of businesses and speak to a large number of business people. The Chamber’...

Homeowners near Sandy Park are winners

An estate agency says that if Exeter Chiefs win the coveted prize of the Aviva Premiership title this weekend it could mean more than a medal for those living close to the Chiefs home ground, Sandy Park.

Research by leading fixed fee estate agent, eMoov.co.uk, shows that the Chiefs road to the final has been beneficial for more than Exeter rugby fans.

Since Exeter moved from the County Ground to Sandy Park in 2006, in order to facilitate the growth of the franchise and turn the team into Premiership contenders, the average asking price in the surrounding area has increased...

Ladies Do unveil rebrand at Exeter launch event

Traditionally known as Ladies Do Latte, new network owners, Christelle Johnstone and Ashley Petrons, unveiled the new brand on Tuesday 17 May at Café Rouge. The occasion was the official launch of the new Ladies Do Exeter network, which also has branches in South and East Devon.

The Ladies Do network, set up in 2010 by image consultant, Jo Smallbones, attracts a broad range of professional women, who span from full time employed to small business owners.

Owner, Ashley Petrons said “we were thrilled that choosing a location in the middle of Exeter city centre brought forward...

The role of a business executor - In a Nutshell

In the latest of Bitpod's In a Nutshell series, John Coombs from Simpkins Edwards shares his expert advice on the role of a business executor. He talks about the main duties and responsibilities of the role and, as a business owner, the importance of ensuring you have an up to date will.

'In addition to dealing with the business, an executor has many other duties such as collecting in full details of the deceased assets and liabilities, paying any inheritance tax, obtaining the grant of probate and distributing the assets as set out in the will' explains John.

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Temporary lights on Bridge Road tonight

Temporary traffic lights will be introduced overnight on Bridge Road in Exeter this evening (Tuesday 24 May) from 11pm until 5am tomorrow morning (Wednesday 25 May).

The temporary signals are needed to allow the contractor safe working space to install a new temporary pedestrian crossing to access the Boat Club. This temporary access is needed during work on the Swing Bridge, which is due to start imminently.

During this work, the bridge will have to be rotated over the canal to allow a piling rig to access the foundation area near the bridge’s main pivot point. When the...

Nominations are now open for 2016 Devon Venus Awards

The nominations for the 2016 Devon Venus Awards are now open and Sampson Hall are proud to be sponsoring Company of the Year, a category for 50 + employees.

The annual awards support and acknowledge the achievements of Women in Business and they make a powerful difference for those very special women who you believe should be recognised and rewarded.

Nominations are now open until the 12th July and can be submitted online at www.venusawards.co.uk/devon You can nominate someone for an award or you can nominate yourself for up to 5 different categories.

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Digital marketing firm reaffirms commitment to region’s tourism industry

A local digital marketing agency is reaffirming its commitment to the region’s tourism industry by supporting two of the biggest events of the year; the Devon and Cornwall tourism awards. MiHi Digital, which was founded in Exeter, will again be sponsoring the Tourist Information Service of the Year category for both awards.

The awards take place every year and recognise the work of hundreds of businesses operating in the region’s tourist industry. From cafés to caravan sites, holiday parks to hotels, they attract hundreds of entries from across Devon and Cornwall.

Mark...

Cathedral and Quay car park closed Wednesday

Exeter's Cathedral and Quay car park will be closed for one day on Wednesday (25 May) to enable a deep clean to be carried out.

All business and resident permit holders for this car park are being notified and asked to find alternative parking for Wednesday. They are advised that their parking permits will be honoured in any Exeter City Council pay and display car parks for this one day.

The Council apologises for any inconvenience that this may cause.

Chiefs Twickenham ticket information

Exeter Chiefs can confirm that all supporters who pre-registered for tickets to Saturday's Aviva Premiership Final at Twickenham have now had their application processed.

Tickets have been sent by the club today (First Class) to all applicants.

For those who have yet to purchase tickets for the match against Saracens (3pm), you can buy tickets up until 4pm on Wednesday from the club ticket office or through the club ticket line 08443 247 147.

Supporters can also purchase tickets online at http://www.premiershiprugby.com/home.php#OybpUMZlUzZXQdyZ.97

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Rising stars win promotion at leading South West law firm

A leading South West law firm has promoted seven of its ‘rising star’ lawyers to associate and senior associate roles. The promotions have been made across a number of the firm’s teams including renewables, employment, dispute resolution and property. Stephens Scown LLP has promoted four lawyers to senior associate. They are Peter Cooper of the renewables team, Ellie Hibberd of the employment team, Elizabeth Newson of the commercial property team and Richard Slater of dispute resolution. Three lawyers have also been promoted to associate: Justin Butt of the renewables team, Ben Jones of...

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Trowers' Exeter office continues growth with new partner hire

Exeter Chamber members enjoy networking lunch at Exeter Food Festival

Homeowners near Sandy Park are winners

Ladies Do unveil rebrand at Exeter launch event

The role of a business executor - In a Nutshell

Temporary lights on Bridge Road tonight

Nominations are now open for 2016 Devon Venus Awards

Digital marketing firm reaffirms commitment to region’s tourism industry

Cathedral and Quay car park closed Wednesday

Chiefs Twickenham ticket information

Rising stars win promotion at leading South West law firm

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