3 Important Things You Should Know About Central Heating

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 12/11/2019 - 3:36pm

Heating systems are a great option to go for when your house needs warmth at all times. Heating systems are very popular in the United Kingdom and other colder countries and people can’t live without it. It makes the house warm and cozy, as these countries get a lot of winter and snow laid all year round. But, if you are new to the whole central heating system, then this article will be very helpful to get you acquainted with the important details of a central heating system. Here are some of the important things you should know about central heating.

1. There Are Multiple Types...

Could redistributing the Houses of Parliament refurb budget solve Exeter's housing crisis?

New research from finance specialists, Pure Commercial Finance , has revealed that using the £4bn that is to be spent on refurbishing the Houses of Parliament on the housing deficit, could house the whole of Exeter instead.

If matched, the total funding of £4bn could build 40,000 new properties in the UK, based on the average cost of a 3-bedroom house costing £99,842.75 to build (based on Pure’s internal data). This should, in total, house 121,000 people, based on three people per house which is the UK average per household.

Government figures have revealed that since 2010...

Portrait photo

Change to law means equal civil partnerships

A family law specialist believes the recent announcement on civil partnerships to be a positive step towards levelling the playing field for different relationship choices.

Since December 2, mixed-sex couples can now register their intention to enter into a civil partnership; before this date civil partnerships were only available to same-sex couples.

Solicitor Sasha Walton from The Family Law Company said: “This is a significant step in the recognition of changes to the way families operate in today’s society.

“If this option is taken up it could give a much...

Marie Curie Christmas collectors needed in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 12/11/2019 - 10:55am

Terminal illness charity Marie Curie urgently needs volunteers in Exeter on Thursday (19th). The charity is asking locals to volunteer just two hours of their time for a local supermarket collection.

Lauren Peters, Marie Curie Community Fundraiser for Devon, said: “We urgently need people to help with a collection at Sainsburys on Alphington Road on Thursday 19th December. A collection can raise around £250 of vital funds, so we don’t want to miss out on the opportunity.

“We run our collections in two hour shifts and people often volunteer in pairs. The money raised will...

Exeter’s design and building leaders call for ‘construction revolution’ in response to climate emergency

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/11/2019 - 9:43am

Over a dozen leaders from some of Exeter and Devon’s best-known design and construction firms, along with customers and suppliers, came together in November to instigate a ‘construction revolution’.

With Extinction Rebellion protests having swept the region, and Exeter Council among others having claimed a climate emergency, attendees at the event said a paradigm shift in thinking is needed to meet environmental challenges.

The discussion, organised and chaired by Exeter-based contracting and interior fit-out group Willmott Dixon, saw local organisations join forces to...

The top 4 reasons to invest in a Basingstoke gym membership

For some people, paying a visit to the gym is as much a part of their routine as making breakfast or brushing their teeth. For others, that isn’t the case at all. There may be plenty of other ways to achieve an effective workout without a gym membership, such as at-home yoga, bodyweight routines, and outdoor running. But there are specific benefits that come with joining a gym. Here are four reasons why you should invest in a Basingstoke Gym Membership today.

A wide range of exercise equipment

Being able to access the gym gives you plenty of opportunities to sample all of...

Entries for the Michelmores Property Awards 2020 now open

Entries are now open for the 2020 Michelmores Property Awards, which celebrate excellence within the South West's property and construction industry.

The Michelmores Property Awards are now in their 18th year and showcase the very best commercial and residential projects from the previous 12-months.

For 2020, a new Masterplanning for the Future category has been introduced. This category will shine a light on projects that are still at conceptual planning stage, and which will aim to create, shape, change and improve communities in the South West region.

The John...

Why you should consider electric cars for your business

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:56am

Until quite recently, electric cars were seen as something of a punchline amongst car enthusiasts. They were seen as underpowered and undesirable and were seldom considered by serious business. The tides have turned in recent years, however, as potential mileage has increased and electric cars have become more and more desirable, thanks to the success of brands like Tesla.

Introducing electric cars into your organisation if no longer simply about putting a green face on the company - there are many other benefits to plugging in too!

Tax - The tax benefits you’ll receive...

Useful tips to remember when buying a used car

Buying a second-hand car can be exciting, especially if it is your first car. But make sure you curb your excitement for long enough to perform these simple checks that will ensure that your new purchase does not turn out to be a large and expensive lemon.

History Test

Make sure the vehicle is being sold by the registered owner, that the VIN matches the rest of the car, and that there are no serious faults with this make and model by going online to the DVLA website. In the case of buying a stolen car, you are not entitled to claim any of your money back unless you have...

What does NetEnt’s win at the SEG Awards Mean for Online Businesses?

NetEnt is one of the best-known developers in the booming iGaming industry and is responsible for the creation of some of the most popular slots including Blood Suckers. The Swedish company which was founded in 1996 recently achieved some well-deserved credit for its work in the industry at the Southern European Gaming (SEG) Awards. NetEnt picked up three accolades including Best Online Casino Provider, Best Live Casino Provider, and Best Support for Responsible Gambling.

NetEnt was recognised and awarded for their technology , which is constantly pushing the boundaries of online...

Pages