A Devon charity that provides critically important food and essential supplies to Exeter’s hungry has visited Stephens Scown LLP’s Exeter office, to cement a charity partnership.
Employees at Stephens Scown voted for Exeter Foodbank to become one of the firm’s chosen charities, and Mark Richardson from the charity outlined how it supports the city on his recent visit.
Mark explained: “Exeter Foodbank is part of the Trussell Trust and was formed in 2008 in response to the late 2000’s financial crisis. We have the core goal of providing emergency food to users (clients) who...
The New Year is here, which means it’s the perfect time to start making some big changes and where better to begin than your home?
A home revamp project can be difficult to get off the ground, so here are five creative home transformation tips to get you started.
Update your colour scheme
Updating your colour scheme is a fast and effective way to enhance the look and feel of your home. It adds character and leaves your walls looking fresh and fabulous.
So if your walls are looking a little dirty and dated, now’s the perfect time to crack out the roller and...
Believe it or not, you can fix the majority of problems in your house without a mechanic. What is even more important, you can do it equally efficient while saving a lot of money. There are some "little secrets of the great masters" and it's high time you used them:
Plunge the drain
When your drain is clogged or sluggish, plunging is the first step you need to take. A plunger is a tool that creates a pressure that forces a clog to move. It's completely safe and won't cause any damage to your drain. Before getting to plunging, remove all the debris from the sink. Fill the...
As part of Stagecoach South West`s commitment to their customers and stakeholders, they have produced a second Consultation Plan, following the successful launch of last year’s 2019 plan. The Route Consultation Plan for 2020 sets out aims for the coming year as well as offering an opportunity for the public to actively participate in the bus route planning process for Stagecoach routes in the South West region.
On-going work with key stakeholders such as Devon County Council, other main local authorities and employers has helped to shape the bus network in a way that encourages...
Music is often an essential aspect to any traveling experience. People have varying preferences for the type and quality of music they listen to on the road. While some prefer a cool driving system within ordinarily acceptable bass levels, some enjoy deep bass or even treble. For them to achieve these experiences, they invest heavily in superior sound systems.
However, the installation and location of the sound system is a critical factor in meeting the desired quality from the sound system. In this light, various tips could significantly improve enjoyment and enhance the quality...
ON January 1, 2020 X-Plore Youth Group, which has run dedicated youth groups for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer plus (LGBT+) young people in Devon for 18 years, transferred the running and governance of the charity to Space (formerly Devon Youth Service).
Space Youth Workers have operated the current groups in Exeter and Barnstaple, for the last few years, so there will be no change to how the groups are run.
The website, social media and email addresses also remain the same.
The change means that X-Plore will cease to be a charity in its own right (...
January is doing what it does best; dragging on while draining the bank. It feels as if six months have passed since your last pay day in December and that another six more will pass until your next one at the end of January, doesn’t it? Don’t worry if this is what it feels like, you are not alone! Many Brits are suffering the very same plight after a festive season of living it up and over-indulgence, but that does not mean that you have to just accept it and struggle on.
There are a few things that you can do to earn a bit of extra income in the cash-strapped month of January and...
BREAKING news that Devon could receive a much-needed multi-million-pound cash boost for its vital services has been welcomed by one of the county’s leading home care providers (January 2020).
Guardian Homecare, which operates services in the Exeter area, says it supports the new spending boost being proposed for essential Devon County Council services.
Regional Manager for the domiciliary care agency, Katie Jewell explained: “Devon’s ruling Cabinet agreed a draft budget, which included a rise of almost £32 million in spending on children’s services, adult care and roads...
The inherited form of heart disease, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, is when two of the leaflets of the aortic valve fuse during development in the womb. This can result in a two-leaflet valve, as opposed to a three-leaflet valve, which is normal. If you are experiencing symptoms of the disease, it’s advised that you visit a specialist London heart clinic , who will be able to examine you and determine the steps that you need to take. We have compiled a guide for all you need to know about Bicuspid Aortic Valve disease, below.
Organising your warehouse is vital in order to reduce the risk of inventory loss, to ensure that tasks can be completed efficiently, and to boost the productivity of your employees. Whether you are looking to set up a warehouse or to improve your organisation after an audit, here are some of the best ways that you can keep your inventory and equipment in order.
Install Storage Solutions
Storage solutions are vital for your warehouse as they allow you to keep inventory in retrievable places to prevent the potential loss of both your stock and your time. One of the best...
