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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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New study reveals more than 1 in 10 South West employers are likely to make redundancies in the year ahead

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/08/2022 - 8:30pm

More than one in ten of employers in the South West are likely to make staff redundancies in the year ahead, according to a new survey.

The new study, commissioned by workplace experts Acas and carried out by YouGov, shows that 10% of businesses based in the South West are likely to make redundancies in the next 12 months.

Mike Fenn, Acas Area Director for the South West said: “Global events over the past few years have thrown up difficult challenges for some businesses and our poll reveals that more than one in ten of them in the South West are likely to make...

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Investing in a greener future: Propiteer embraces solar energy at Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/08/2022 - 3:32pm

As part of a green initiative to reduce carbon emissions, Propiteer Hotels is installing solar panels at Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport.

Propiteer Hotels owns and manages Hampton by Hilton Exeter Airport and is investing £160,000 to install the latest solar Photovoltaic technology onto the roof of the Exeter hotel.

The 164Wp solar panels will deliver up to 20% of the hotel’s electricity consumption, eliminating 77,000kg of CO2 emissions annually; equating to two million tonnes over the 25-year life of the technology.

Richard Martin, Director of Propiteer...

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SWMAS awarded the ‘Certificate of Future Technologies’

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Posted: Mon, 11/07/2022 - 11:22pm

South West Manufacturing Advisory Service, known as SWMAS, has won an award by West of England Institute of Technology, ‘Certificate of Future Technologies 2022”, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to workforce development.

The ‘Certificate of Future Technologies’ is a national business accreditation, achieved by exceptional dedication to internal skills and knowledge development. The prestigious certification is given to a business on completion of a minimum of 50 hours of learning and assessment from within selected specialist modules.

SWMAS has been awarded...

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The Venus Company announces plans to renovate their newest beach café at Broadsands

The Venus Company – www.lovingthebeach.co.uk has submitted images and drawings to Torbay Council together with a planning application to renovate their newest Venus Beach Cafe at Broadsands, Paignton. The company acquired the site a year ago and has big plans to expand the latest Venus acquisition which is open all year round. Dog friendly, the café is situated right on the seafront at the heart of the coastal path and is popular with both locals and visitors boasting calm and crystal-clear water, perfect for family days out and year-round water sports. The plans include changes to...

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Trowers advises Devon based manufacturer on sale worth £16.88m

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Posted: Wed, 11/02/2022 - 8:57pm

International law firm Trowers & Hamlins has advised the selling shareholders on the sale of Fraser Anti-Static Techniques Limited, a Devon-headquartered multi-national anti-static equipment manufacturer, to SDI Group plc for £16.88 million.

Fraser Anti-Static Techniques Limited is a specialist developer and manufacturer of anti-static products of over 30 years standing. With established sales bases in the UK, Shanghai and Germany, and a distribution network spanning over 40 countries, the Company provides niche products and technical expertise to its customers worldwide....

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Simon achieves accreditation to the Society of Later Life Advisers 

One of Westcotts’ chartered financial planners has been recognised for his skills in working with clients in later life.

Simon Valentine-Marsh (pictured with Westcotts partner Iain Andrews) is now a member of the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) – the gold standard when it comes to advising people through some of the most crucial phases of life.

Simon joins the ranks of only a select few financial advisers that can offer tailored, specialist knowledge to clients looking for help with pensions, power of attorney, care fees and other major financial milestones....

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Farm innovation event aims to help agriculture in Devon

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Posted: Mon, 10/31/2022 - 11:31pm

The first in a series of free events organised through the newly formed Devon Agri-Tech Alliance will be held on Friday 18 November.

The Alliance has been established as part of the DATA (Devon Agri-Tech Accelerator) project in order to help make innovation more accessible for Devon’s agriculture sector.

Its aim will be to connect farmers and other agricultural businesses (including aquaculture, forestry and horticulture) with agri-tech developers and research organisations to help shape and test future research and innovative solutions and practices, ensuring they are...

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Lympstone Manor wins Boutique Hotel of the Year award

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:39pm

On Tuesday 4th October, the second annual Boutique Hotelier Awards, took place on the first night of the Independent Hotel Show at The Chelsea Harbour Hotel in London. The glittering awards ceremony, which celebrated the country’s best hotels and spas, was attended by over 300 prominent hoteliers and restauranteurs and saw Michael Caines’ MBE luxury manor house hotel in Devon, Lympstone Manor pick up the ultimate accolade, Boutique Hotel of the Year 2022.

The award, which saw five finalists battle it out, celebrates Lympstone Manor’s innovation and resilience across the last 12...

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Local director named ‘most influential client’ at Top 100 Women in Construction Awards

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Posted: Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:21pm

Jane Cartwright, Sales Director for Persimmon Homes Cornwall and West Devon, has been named as the country’s ‘Most Influential Client’ in the 2022 National Federation of Builders’ Top 100 Influential Women in Construction awards.

Jane picked up the award – judged by an independent panel of industry experts – at an exclusive event on Thursday 27th October at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester.

The NFB’s awards ceremony aims to shine a light on those that are working to support equality, diversity, inclusion and equity across the construction industry through their...

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Stagecoach appoints new Managing Director for South West

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:15pm

Stagecoach has announced that it has appointed Peter Knight to manage its bus operations in the south-west. Peter, who is currently Managing Director of Stagecoach Bluebird running bus and coach services across the north-east of Scotland, will take over as Managing Director of Stagecoach South West in December.

A key part of Peter’s role will be working with local stakeholders across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. He will also be responsible for a team of around 1,000 employees and over 300 vital express and local bus services connecting communities across the south-west....

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