The UK Gambling Commission recently published data showing how the temporary closure and reopening of land-based betting shops has impacted gambling behaviour in the UK. The commission announced that online gamblers spent less time and money on online casinos in July compared to the previous month. Online sports betting and poker also had a steep decline in July. This suggests that the reopening of land-based betting shops had a substantial impact on the domestic igaming industry.
Casinos and betting shops across the United Kingdom were forced to close their doors in March...
Mental health charity Devon Mind is proud to have teamed up with a renowned local singer-songwriter to launch ‘Home This Christmas’ , a campaign which seeks to bring the community together and help people feel less isolated during this unique and challenging holiday season.
The lead-up to Christmas can be one of the hardest and loneliest times of the year for many people, including those spending time in hospital. That’s what inspired 18-year-old Riley Jayne from North Cornwall to write ‘Home This Christmas’, an inspiring song which aims to capture and reflect “the beauty,...
If there is anything this year has taught us, amongst all of the chaos and uncertainty, it is that supporting your local, independent businesses has never been more important. 2020 has been particularly testing for those within the hospitality sector, who have had to make significant changes overnight and adapt to one of the most difficult times the economy has faced.
The River Exe Cafe is well known amongst Devonians and tourists alike for its unique dining experience and setting; floating offshore on the Exe Estuary, surrounded by some of the most picturesque views in the...
Dr Virginia Pearson, Director of Public Health for Devon has today welcomed the continued reduction in student cases in Exeter but warns of the need for extra vigilance across the City and the rest of Devon as wider community cases rise.
“The pattern in Exeter has shown a successful reduction in student cases with no sign of significant spread thanks to the swift actions of the University and other partners in working together to contain the situation. But we must not be complacent,” she says.
“We are now seeing more community cases in Exeter and across Devon, in line...
Most people almost always jump onto an opportunity of changing their names. Because it’s doable and fairly easy - we assume that there will be some documentation and we should be good to go. However, that could not be farther from the truth. There are plenty of little and specific details that one should know - to do and not to do while changing their name.
First, let’s take a look at the Dos.
DO - #1 Documents in place
Any legal process is incomplete without having the right papers to provide to the authorities.
A pair of earrings, a simple bracelet or a neckpiece can totally change the way you look without any effort. Wearing jewellery is the easiest way to enhance your appearance and make a bland outfit look tasteful.The fashion and jewellery trends keep changing every season and this year also has seen the launch of new and quirky jewellery trends as well as the comeback of some old trends as well.Varieties of shells, mini bags and animal motif ornaments have garnered attention and have become the highlight this year. Listed below are the jewellery fashion trends of this year to help you style...
In the fascinating new novel I Know You, Don’t I? (Wallace Publishing, RRP £8.99, October 2021), author Bethany Askew transports us into the world of Carly Spurway, an optician who has just moved back to the area where she grew up, and who is trying to put a lot of things behind her.
When Carly is visiting a local gallery and is mistaken for old school friend Caroline Westminster, she has the chance to re-invent her life.
As the lines between fantasy and reality become blurred, the web of deceit Carly weaves around herself for protection threatens instead to trap her....
Exeter City are on the brink of qualifying from the EFL Trophy group stage after an impressive 4-3 away victory at League One Swindon Town. The Grecians did so with a very youthful side, with boss Matt Taylor handing five academy prospects starts, with an additional five academy hopefuls on the bench – including a handful from the Under 18s.
It’s been a great period for the Exeter City academy, given that its hard work on the likes of Ollie Watkins in years gone by is starting to reap dividends. Watkins’ big-money move from Brentford to Aston Villa has earnt City a cool £4...
How can companies make their annual reports meet the information needs of investors and other stakeholders more effectively?
This is one of the questions addressed in The Future of Corporate Reporting , a discussion paper published by the Financial Reporting Council, with an independent literature review (available here ) by academics from the University of Exeter Business School.
The study considers a common criticism that annual reports can be too long, inaccessible and confused about their audience and purpose, and calls for a new set of common principles for all...
Ocean Film Festival World Tour sets sail for the UK! Virtual edition – October & November 2020 The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a brand-new collection of mesmerising ocean-themed films to UK shores this October and November, in its first ever virtual edition!
The online film evenings involve a collection of astounding short films telling stories of seafaring adventure, carefree characters and mind-blowing marine life from the depths of the big blue. Witness wild nautical voyages, captivating coastal scenery and stunning cinematography from the comfort of your...
