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Exeter-based law firm achieves record breaking results

Porter Dodson, the South West-based UK Top 200 law firm, has announced a record-breaking year of growth and achievement, increasing revenue to £20.2m, while retaining the highly prestigious Gold Investors In People accreditation for the third successive time.

Across its Exeter, Sherborne, Poundbury, Bridport, Wellington, Taunton, and Yeovil offices, the firm has seen year-on-year growth of 15.5%, leading to a 25.4% leap in net profit.

These impressive results round off a year in which the firm has achieved significant headcount increases, made possible in part by the...

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Exeter Neon Night Run is back!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Wed, 02/17/2016 - 11:53am

On 28 May over 1,000 runners will be taking to the city streets and glowing for their local hospice charity.

The 5k sponsored run starts and finishes at the University of Exeter, with runners being entertained by music as they head towards the city centre. Hospiscare’s events fundraiser Celia Wilkinson said: “The run sold out very quickly last year and we’re expecting this year’s event to be just as popular, so don't miss out on your chance to take part.

“Our Neon Wonderland will open an hour before the run starts, giving you the opportunity to freshen up your face paints...

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Exeter firm wins quality award

City solicitors Rundlewalker have successfully retained the Law Society’s legal practice quality mark, Lexcel, a much sought after accreditation scheme for law firms in England and Wales.

The award involves a rigorous application and assessment process scrutinising not just professional expertise but file management, quality of systems, client care and treatment of staff.

Rundlewalker CEO Nick Dudman (pictured above) said the firm, based on Exeter Quay, gained their first Lexcel award four years ago.

‘Since then, the Law Society have raised the bar considerably,’ he...

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Family Law finalists

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 02/17/2016 - 10:02am

Excitement is mounting at The Family Law Company in the run up to the DASLS Awards in March.

The specialist family law company has been shortlisted in two categories: Team of the Year and Leader/Law Manager of the Year. The Family Law Company Director Jane Chanot, whose team at the company’s Exeter and Plymouth offices is in the running for an award, said:

“We’re proud to have reached the finals in the very first DASLS Awards event.

“Whether or not we win, I’m extremely proud of my team, who work tirelessly in what can be very challenging areas of family law,...

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Baxter delighted to welcome Turner on board

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter has today spoken of his delight at bolstering his Chiefs squad with the signing of Australian international Lachlan Turner.

The 28-year-old has agreed a two-and-a-half year deal with the Aviva Premiership club and arrives at Sandy Park having previously played for Aussie Super Rugby sides NSW Waratahs and Queensland Reds, as well as French Top 14 giants RC Toulon.

Turner’s arrival in Devon provides a perfect boost for the Chiefs, who are sitting second in the Premiership table and who have also qualified for the quarter-finals of the European...

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Exeter PA Network showcases importance of personal brand

Authored by Michelmores
Posted: Wed, 02/17/2016 - 9:19am

The Exeter PA Network's first development event for 2016 saw over 50 PAs and support staff from organisations including Landmark, Devon County Council and Devon Air Ambulance come together to learn about 'personal brand' and its importance in the world of business today.

Jonathan Alder, from Exeter based brand agency Alder and Alder hosted the 'personal brand' session focusing on what it is, why it is important, and how taking control of your personal brand may mean the difference between an unfulfilling job and a rewarding career.

For 2016, the Network's development events...

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Fast track your business with Devon's new growth programme

Companies across Devon are being offered the chance to take part in the county’s first Fast Track to Growth Programme to help them develop and implement plans for growth in 2016 – for free. Apply by 19 February, 5pm.

They will receive on-going advice from a range of specialists, and take part in workshops to develop their growth plans ready to then implement. All shortlisted applicants will also have the chance to pitch to a panel of judges, with one company securing a year’s worth of free financial strategy, marketing and PR support, worth £15,000.

Ambitious firms seeking...

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Skydivers wanted for 10,000ft tandem skydive

HeartSWell South West is looking for people to take to the sky and jump 10,000ft from a plane to raise money for heart patients and lifesaving equipment in the Westcountry. The 10,000ft tandem skydive can be completed in several different locations across the UK, the nearest centre being the Honiton Dropzone in Devon. HeartSWell ask the skydiver participant to raise £395 in sponsorship money in order for them to jump for free and in turn the charity will receive an average donation of £140. In addition to this, every extra pound that is raised by the skydiver over the minimum amount, goes...

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Free events for NFU members in Devon

The NFU in association with Foot Anstey solicitors and Francis Clark accountants are holding three seminars around Devon to help provide NFU members with guidance and support on how best to avoid potential pitfalls that exist in running your farming business.

This is a great opportunity for NFU members to gain a competitive advantage, interrogate the experts…. and get a free meal thrown in! The following topics will be covered:

  • How to pass a BPS inspection – NFU
  • Avoiding pitfalls when renting land– Foot Anstey
  • How to get the best out of your
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Exeter celebrates Chinese New Year

A spectacular dancing dragon, a stunning firework display and traditional Chinese crafts, food and games all featured at the University of Exeter’s celebration of Chinese New Year.

Staff, students and the general public from across the world welcomed in 2016, the Year of the Monkey. In China, it is known as the "Spring Festival" and marks the end of the winter season. The University of Exeter celebrated the Chinese New Year on Saturday 13 February in Exeter city centre and on the Streatham Campus.

The Dragon and Lion dancers paraded through the city, starting in Buffet City...

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Gene could help identify psychosis risk in cannabis users

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 02/16/2016 - 12:38pm

Researchers at the University of Exeter and UCL (University College London) have identified a gene which can be used to predict how susceptible a young person is to the mind-altering effects of smoking cannabis. The finding could help identify otherwise healthy users who are most at risk of developing psychosis.

The research, funded by the Medical Research Council and published today in Translational Psychiatry, also show that female cannabis smokers are potentially more susceptible to short-term memory loss than males. Previous studies in this field have looked at people who...

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