Headway Devon delighted to welcome new Clinical Lead

Headway Devon’s brilliant team expands this week with the addition of Dr Katrina Chesterman. Katrina will be taking up the role of Clinical Lead, where she will provide clinical support and leadership as well as specialist advice and training to promote understanding of acquired brain injury amongst our staff team and to work more closely with our clinical colleagues.

Katrina brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked as a Clinical Psychologist for over 10 years at various organisations including Royal London Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital. During this time...

10 best marketing strategies to try in 2020

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 01/17/2020 - 8:31am

With the advent of the new year, it is necessary to develop sound marketing strategies for your business by carefully studying some of the ongoing trends. Every year, we see more technological advancements, and 2020 is also going to witness the same.

Even though technology has a significant role in marketing, there is also the need to increase more human interactions with consumers. Some marketing strategies, such as the use of business calendars for popularizing your products will always remain popular.

Like every year, 2020 will also see a massive demand for calendar...

3 Advantages of Using Combi Boiler for Your Home

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 01/17/2020 - 8:06am

In this cold weather, we often find ourselves craving any heat to warm up our freezing bodies . We can achieve that—partly, at least—by wearing tons of layers of clothes, having hot drinks, or staying in front of the fireplace all covered by blankets. Shower time is a dreadful thought, to begin with; even washing our hands or face in the morning could be one of the toughest things we do all day! Combi boilers are an amazing solution for this unforgiving weather, as they provide your home with on-demand hot water as well as central heating. So, we will introduce you to the best three...

The greatest sporting rivalries of history

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 01/17/2020 - 8:00am

Watching sport can ignite passion in people from all walks of life, especially if the narrative of the event in question is built upon a pre-existing rivalry. There is something compelling about seeing two old enemies face one another, whether those enemies are individual athletes or teams of skilled players.

There have been plenty of high profile rivalries over the years, so here are just a few of the most electric to go down in the history books.

Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur

Some of the best sporting rivalries are not those which result in the most silverware...

Devon charity offers free advice to help reduce fuel poverty

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/17/2020 - 7:09am

With temperatures set to plummet and bills for the first half of the winter landing on the mat, a Devon charity is urging people to get in touch so they can help those who are vulnerable reduce their energy bills and save money this winter.

Staff and volunteers from Devon Communities Together are available until March 31 to give free advice to people who need assistance with saving energy and money, with one-to-one advice available alongside community-based drop-in sessions such as presentations to groups, clubs and special events organised by community organisations.

As...

Foot Anstey and Willmott Dixon announced as headline sponsors for Exeter College Awards

Exeter College is delighted to announce that Foot Anstey and Willmott Dixon will be the headline sponsors of the college’s landmark 50th anniversary Exeter College Awards.

The support of two of the country’s most innovative and forward-thinking businesses provides huge backing to the awards ceremony that will celebrate inspirational Exeter College students, staff and alumni in a glittering event taking place in the stunning setting of Exeter Cathedral in January 2020.

This year’s Exeter College Awards is also celebrating 50 years since the college was announced as the UK’s...

National award nomination for Exeter College director

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:58am

Exeter College’s Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement Mike Blakeley has been shortlisted for a national award in the prestigious Tes FE Awards 2020.

The awards ceremony is a landmark event in the further education sector as exceptional teachers, learners and providers join together to celebrate innovation and excellence in the industry.

Exeter College’s Mike Blakeley, who has been with the college since 2014, is shortlisted in the coveted FE Leader of the Year category following an incredible year of achievements for the Exeter College Apprenticeships Team,...

Superheroes plus horses equals the best free day out for children this Easter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:06am

Superhero Family Day at Exeter Racecourse on Sunday, March 22 promises to be one of the best free days out for children this Easter holiday with a programme packed full of free activities, not to mention super horse racing to enjoy.

Whether it's Wonderwoman, Superman, Captain America or a made up hero who might go by the name of Devonman, Bodonog or Piffle, children are encouraged to dress up and enjoy a fun day out on Haldon Hill.

With capes flying, masks masquerading and super-human powers to charge them through the day, there will be a chance for our younger generation...

£150,000 fundraising seals a remarkable centenary year for leading accountancy firm

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 01/16/2020 - 9:38am

Leading professional services firm, Bishop Fleming has rounded off its centenary year by raising a remarkable £150,000 for charity.

The grand total was revealed by Strictly Come Dancing star, Anton Du Beke who hosted a fabulous Great Gatsby-themed centenary event in December to bring the firm’s activities to a close.

The firm, which delivers audit, assurance, tax and advisory services, celebrated 100-years in business throughout 2019 and the fundraising was at the heart of a firmwide centenary campaign.

Launched last January, BF100: It’s what we bring together that...

The Rise of Café Culture and Its Draw for Businesses

According to research, there are over 24,000 branded coffee shops throughout the UK. The rise in café culture has been significant over the past decade and it shows no signs of slowing down.

So, could this popular culture be a positive thing for businesses? Here, we’ll look at how café culture can actually benefit businesses and the potential draw backs it has.

How are businesses using café culture?

The café culture has started to change how businesses operate. Take meetings for example. More businesses are starting to take their meetings out of the office and into...

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