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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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Allotment waiting lists slashed in Exeter

The number of people waiting for an allotment in Exeter has been dramatically reduced from 804 last summer to just 131 in February, the City Council has revealed.

The reduction has been due to a quicker turnaround of vacant sites and the dividing up of plots to make them more manageable for first-time growers.

Cllr Keith Owen, Lead Councillor for Health and Place, said he was delighted that more people than ever before were having an opportunity to tend an allotment and that the waiting list had been reduced.

“Allotment associations across the city have now taken on...

Devon County Show launches spring gift cards

For the first time the Devon County Show has launched Spring gift cards to celebrate the season and offer recipients a ‘big day out’ in May.

Tickets for the 121st Show on May 19, 20 and 21 at Westpoint, Exeter can be purchased inside a choice of two gift cards designed by a local artist.

Show Secretary Ollie Allen said: “These cards make a perfect present for family and friends at any time between now and May and, unlike Easter eggs, they are a lot less fattening!”

The two designs of a chick hatching and a new-born lamb were created by 23-year-old Ollie Eskriett, a...

Mary King MBE to be appointed Deputy Lieutenant

Mary King MBE, multi medal winner for her equestrian achievements spanning three decades, is to become a Deputy Lieutenant of Devon.

Mrs King, appointed with the Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2013's New Year Honours for services to equestrianism, will be David Fursdon's, the current Lord Lieutenant of Devon, first Deputy appointment in the county.

The Lieutenancy Office is the Monarch's link with the county of Devon, and David Fursdon's role as the Queen's representative is to uphold the dignity of the crown and to celebrate the achievements of the people of...

New modern bus station is top of bus users wish list

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/22/2016 - 1:00pm

Bus users in Exeter have welcomed the provision on a new, modern bus station with up-to-date facilities in the heart of the city centre.

That’s the general feeling according to feedback from a recent open forum attended by 650 people.

More than 550 feedback forms have already been returned to the City Council following the event at the Corn Exchange earlier in the month (3 March). The purpose of the event was to identify the needs of bus and bus station users from Exeter and wider Devon. Figures released today are still interim as a number of forms have still be analysed...

Exeter firm celebrates Heathrow contract success

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 03/22/2016 - 12:19pm

Trinity Fire & Security Systems is increasing its presence at Heathrow Airport with two contracts covering maintenance and a replacement installation, worth in excess of £15 million.

The fire, life safety and security systems specialist, whose head office is in Clyst St Mary near Exeter, is to provide a maintenance contract for Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) over the next five years.

This is a renewal of a previous five-year contract to provide maintenance of fire and life safety systems for five HAL business units; Terminal 1, Terminal 3, landside properties, airside...

It's all in the detail for Devon building firm

A TEAM of Devon builders has developed an eye for the tiniest detail after winning a contract to repair one of the south west’s most prestigious properties.

Woofenden Construction, which is based in Kentisbeare, near Cullompton, has won a contract to repair the historic ceilings of grade I listed Dorset property, Kingston Maurward House.

More than £130,000 of damage was caused when a broken pipe in the roof of the prestigious property, which is just outside Dorchester, flooded through the three storey building. Gallons of water poured through the three floors for around an...

Hear the Maunders talk everything Exeter Chiefs

The latest edition of the official Exeter Chiefs Podcast hosted by Marc Ryan from Heart Radio & Chris Bentley from the Exeter Chiefs is now out.

Marc & Chris were joined by former Chiefs Captain & legend Andy Maunder as well as his son current Chief Jack Maunder.

The boys talked the journey the Chiefs went on from the late 80's to become the top of the table force they are now and also how things used to be done as Andy put it. Hear how Andy had to stand outside the dressing room whilst the players made him Captain and how Jack has followed in his footsteps...

Exeter Chamber of Commerce launches new website

Exeter Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of their newly designed website.

Over 80 delegates attended the launch event this week at the Southgate Hotel, and Chamber members and guests were able to see the official unveiling of the new website.

David Savill, Chairman of Exeter Chamber of Commerce said ‘As the leading business membership organisation in Exeter, it’s important for us to make sure information regarding business, industry and commerce in Exeter is easily accessible for our members. We endeavour to support our members with campaigning and lobbying on...

Cities hold the key to Tech South West Success

Emerging and established tech hubs in and around cities like Exeter, Plymouth and Truro hold the key to establishing the South West as a leading global tech player, according to the first Tech South West report just released by blur Group.

Published today, the report reveals the views of regional tech leaders on how the sector can thrive in the coming decade and compete with the likes of Tech North and Tech City in London, along with centres of tech excellence around the world.

It calls for a group of new ‘Ambassador Companies’ to work together to showcase and celebrate the...

McCoy’s Arcade unveils a new look

Authored by Exeter News
Posted: Mon, 03/21/2016 - 5:16pm

McCoy’s Arcade is celebrating the start of a new era today with the unveiling of its brand new interior.

Owned by a West Country family property company for many years, and now overseen by Jake Hitchcock, the arcade has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment over the last year.

Hitchcock said: “We wanted to restore McCoy’s to the thriving destination for indie shopping that it was once famous for. We’ve invested in a fresh new look that compliments the brilliant businesses we have, and look forward to the arcade becoming the place to go for socialising and shopping.” From...

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