Beach cleans can provide vital information on plastic pollution, researchers say.
Numerous organisations run beach cleans in the UK – but data collection is done in a variety of ways, making it difficult for scientists to analyse.
The University of Exeter is contacting 25 leading beach cleaning organisations to discover the difficulties of data collection and improve data-sharing.
The project has today (Thursday) been awarded a £20k Citizen Science Exploration Grant by UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI).
“Understanding the scale and composition of litter...
People in Devon are being urged to think “Pharmacy First” to fix their winter health problems.
Many people are unaware of the wide range of services available from their local pharmacist and they spend time waiting unnecessarily for a GP appointment or even in busy hospital Accident and Emergency departments, which are often under extreme pressure at this time of year.
Local pharmacies can provide expert advice and a fast route to medication for minor ailments like aches and pains, sore throat, coughs, colds, flu-like symptoms, runny noses, earache and skin rashes.
New figures released on Time to Talk Day (6 February) reveal the impact of the nation’s aversion to talking about mental health. Time to Change, the mental health anti-stigma campaign, surveyed over 4,000 UK adults; a third of people in the South West said they would put off speaking to a friend who is struggling with their mental health to avoid an awkward conversation.
When asked why people would put off having a conversation about mental health, some of the top reasons in the South West were: fear of saying the wrong thing, worried about seeming rude and feeling they don’t know...
Family law specialist The Family Law Company is delighted to announce that trainee Holly Crook is now a fully qualified Solicitor.
Holly joined the company in 2016 after studying Law and French at Cardiff University including a year’s Erasmus study at the University of Rennes. She undertook a training contract with TFLC, working one day a week whilst studying for her LPC and Masters degree at the University of Law at Exeter.
She said: “I’m delighted to have qualified, and excited to begin the next chapter in my legal career.”
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A combination of modern technology and breakthroughs in the field of medication has resulted in an increase in life expectancy. This can only be seen as a good thing, as it allows people to spend more time with their parents and grandparents. An increase in life expectancy does, however, come with its fair share of challenges, the biggest being the loss of independence. The longer people live, the less independence they retain and, subsequently, the more care they need.
If you want to be the one to provide the elderly generation with the support that they need in this instance,...
Small business owners need to wear several hats, as such, they need to master everything from sales to accountancy, and beyond. However, one aspect of running a small business that often gets lost is insurance – notably the importance of having the right insurance policy.
Whilst professional businesses are largely required by law to carry some form of malpractice insurance, other small business owners might look at having insurance as a luxury that they can afford.
After all, why should they pay good money for coverage which they might never need? But this paints one side...
What’s the student life associated with? Lots of books to read, piles of papers to write, endless tests, and a ripping question, “Who can do my assignment for me ?” Or maybe the student’s life means parties and having fun? It might depend on where you are getting your degree. Let’s dive into daily student's life in Exeter.
The Peculiarities of Exeter
This university is one of the most famous British educational institutions with an impeccable reputation. Education is based on three campuses, each of which has a well-developed infrastructure: modern laboratories, creative...
Financial experts Old Mill have joined the South West Apprenticeship Ambassador Network (SWAAN) as part of the business’ belief in and commitment to apprenticeship programmes.
The Apprenticeship Ambassador Network aims to raise awareness of how apprenticeship programmes meet the needs of employers, communities, and the economy as well as offering a route for both businesses and individuals to achieve success.
The SWAAN specifically aims to engage new businesses in the South West to commit to apprenticeships and inspire young people in the region to choose apprenticeships...
The Muddy Dog challenge is back in Exeter for even more mud, sweat and cheers in 2020 – and to help Battersea care for more abandoned dogs and cats.
The Muddy Dog Challenge, the UK’s biggest obstacle course you can run with your dog, is now in its sixth year, proudly supported by Seresto flea and tick control collar. Dogs and their owners can take part together to raise vital funds for thousands of homeless dogs and cats that come into the animal rescue centre each year, as well as helping those across the country and all over the world.
