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West Country Hawks Wheelchair Rugby Club set to soar with Enable Law sponsorship

The West Country Hawks Wheelchair Rugby Club is ready to soar after entering an exciting new chapter of growth and athletic excellence.

This momentum is fuelled by a significant new sponsorship agreement with Enable Law, a leading personal injury and medical negligence firm headquartered in the South West.

By securing this vital support, the club is now better positioned than ever to enhance their presence in the sport, providing players with vital resources to excel on the court and also further solidifying the club's impact within the regional sporting community....

New ambulance charity visits Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/12/2015 - 5:11am

TASC, the recently formed national charity which provides support for the Ambulance Services Community across the UK, is searching for regional champions.

The Ambulance Services Charity (TASC), which was launched this spring, provides vital support and advice services to both serving and retired ambulance personnel and ambulance services families and dependents in times of difficulty and urgent need.

TASC has been formed through the merger of a number of funds including The Ambulance Services Benevolent Fund (ASBF) and the new national charity aims to significantly increase...

Leading law firm advises on major postal delivery deal

Leading SW law firm advises on major postal delivery deal A leading South West law firm has advised on a major deal to create the fourth largest postal delivery company in the UK. Stephens Scown LLP’s corporate team acted for Steve Stokes in his management buy-out of CMS Network (UK) Limited. CMS offers clients a complete mailroom outsourcing solution and has major clients including Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank, The Guardian and Warner Music. Through the management buy-out, CMS has been combined with the much larger downstream access operator, Secured Mail to create The Delivery Group....

Baxter delighted as McGuigan signs on

Rob Baxter believes there is “more to come” from Byron McGuigan after the talented back today agreed to extend his stay with the Exeter Chiefs for another year at least.

The 25-year-old Namibian was initially brought to Sandy Park last November following as injury cover for compatriot Chrysander Botha, who was ruled out for much of the campaign after breaking his leg whilst away on international duty.

However, McGuigan quickly settled to life in the Westcountry and by the end of the season had accrued 17 appearances in all competitions, scoring three tries in the process...

Crediton firm recruits following growth investment

The installation of a new press at Hedgerow Print in Crediton represents the largest single investment in the Company’s 26-year history.

The new Komori LS529 press significantly increases the Company’s capacity as it runs at more than twice the speed of the previous press. The built-in UV ink and lamp system, dries sheets as they leave the press, further increasing the speed of production.

Having been voted UK Environment Focused Printing Firm of the Year in 2014, the Company’s environmental credentials will now be further enhanced, as they no longer need to use spray...

AnTech shortlisted in National Private Business Awards 2015

AnTech Ltd, based in Exeter has been shortlisted in the Technology Innovation of the Year Category for the fifth annual Private Business Awards, sponsored by PWC, in association with HSBC and The Supper Club.

The awards recognise the most successful companies and individuals in the private sector and this year has been an exceptional with a record number of 2,000 nominations being submitted. AnTech will represent the West and Wales region and is up against 3 other finalists within its category.

Established in 1992, AnTech has steadily grown its product portfolio and service...

Exeter apprentice named VQ Learner of the Year

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 06/11/2015 - 10:46am

Exeter's Josh Ellis has been named the winner of the VQ Learner of the Year Award 2015 for England, in recognition of his outstanding achievement following a vocational qualification in Plumbing at Exeter College.

Josh, 21, won the gold medal at the World Skills competition, with his work deemed ‘near perfect’ by the judges.

Josh has since progressed to a Level 3 Plumbing qualification and become the main installer for his company due to the exceptionally high standard of his work. He is now successfully juggling a very high demand for his work with his further studies at...

Eat, drink and salsa until dark

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 06/11/2015 - 10:10am

Exeter Street Food’s popular Night Market is back @ThePiazza, Piazza Terracina, (Exeter Canal Basin) on Thursday 18th June and every 3rd Thursday of the Month 4:30pm - 9:00pm. Come and enjoy an array of delicious Street Food from around the globe and different genres. June’s Street Food Line Up has something for everyone with stands already confirmed: Vietnamese, Egyptian, Sushi, Cornish Hot Pots, Chicken, Devon Soul Food, American Classic and Modern, Sweet Treats, Venezuelan, Artisan local burger and sausages & BBQ/Hog Roast. It's also worth to note that most food stands have...

McGuigan agrees new Chiefs deal

Byron McGuigan has spoken of his delight after today agreeing terms on a new one-year deal with Aviva Premiership side Exeter Chiefs.

The 25-year-old Namibian is the latest name to commit his future to the Devon club, having initially arrived at Sandy Park on a short-term deal to cover compatriot Chrysander Botha.

McGuigan, who has previously played for Border Bulldogs, Glasgow Warriors and Bay of Plenty, featured 17 times for the Chiefs last season, scoring three tries - including one on the final day of the season against Sale Sharks.

His on-field displays...

Exeter firm supports Budding Friends project

Age UK Exeter is proud to be working in partnership with Living Space Architects

The Exeter based company, who design housing for retirement, later life and adapted living, were moved to read about the new Budding Friends project set up by Age UK Exeter.

The project provides stimulating and engaging activities for people recently diagnosed with dementia and their families.

The project has taken on an allotment and needed a shed, both to store equipment and to provide shelter from the elements for the older people working outdoors.

Kirsty Curnow Bayley,...

Landlords urged to act on new laws

Landlords in Devon and Somerset are being urged to act now to ensure they are ready for new safety laws aimed at saving dozens of lives a year.

The regulations make it compulsory for all landlords to fit smoke alarms in rented homes and are expected to come into effect from October 2015, subject to Parliamentary approval.

Under the new laws smoke alarms must be fitted on every floor of the property as well as carbon monoxide alarms in properties which burn solid fuels. Landlords must check the alarms are working at the start of every new tenancy with potential penalties of...

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