A survey by the UK’s leading online spare parts retailer, eSpares, has found that residents from the South West are saving money and protecting the environment by taking the time to fix broken household appliances. 46% of the region would prefer to have items repaired than needlessly throw them away. Results also found the main reason for residents in the region fixing appliances themselves being ‘to save the cost of buying new’ at 61%, the highest in the UK.
On a national scale, the survey conversely found that 75% of the UK population don’t bother to fix appliances themselves,...
Buying and maintaining a car can be relatively expensive, which is why some people avoid doing it. However, it also comes with a lot of conveniences, such as helping you get from one point to another more quickly. Seeing as you can tend to invest so much money into keeping a car, you want to keep it in the best shape possible. There are a few small things you can do on a regular basis that will make sure your car looks up to standard. Continue reading to see how you can keep your car looking brand new and in tip-top shape.
Did you know that many common hobbies can make you money? Turning your favourite hobby into a money-making business is a fantastic way to make a career out of something that you love. With this in mind, here are five popular hobbies that could make you money.
1. Writing
There are plenty of ways to make money from quality writing. For instance, many writers start their own blog focusing on a topic that they’re passionate about; this could be anything from fashion and food to business and politics. Over time, you should build up a regular flow of visitors to your blog, and...
Living Coasts has announced a new conservation project linking Torquay with a group of islands half a world away.
Torquay’s coastal zoo’s latest project is based on the Falkland Islands – an archipelago of over 750 islands, home to roughly 3,000 people, 500,000 sheep - and one million penguins. Yes, this is a UK territory with penguins.
The islands are home to some of the most threatened ecosystems on the planet, sensitive to change and to the introduction of native species. In the Falklands, historic human activities such as livestock grazing, burning (to drive out sea...
Exeter lawyer Penny Scott, who has contributed to the consultation on the Domestic Abuse Bill which is now being debated in Parliament, says more investment is needed if the Bill is to be effective.
Penny, who is a partner at Cartridges Law and chair of the Family Law Committee of the Law Society, said it was part of the business of the Committee to respond to bills of this nature with recommendations.
The bill had its first reading this month in the House of Commons and will be debated following its second reading on a date due to be announced.
When was the last time you were truly surprised? The news that Greta Gerwig was directing a Barbie movie? Watching the baffling trailer for Cats? Picturehouse Cinemas love surprises, which is why they’re hosting their first-ever nationwide Surprise Film screening on 2 August 2019.
On the evening of 2 August, join the nation’s biggest film fans as they go in blind to a mystery preview of a hotly anticipated upcoming release. Tickets are at the special introductory price of just £8 (£5 for Picturehouse Members). You’ll be one of the first to see a brand new film, with bragging rights...
The European Continent is way far from being an easy territory to cover for mobile phone companies. Mountains, seas, a variety of residential areas to cover scattered across the whole area: the difficulties are manifold. This is the main reason why the mobile phone signal, in certain zones, could result weak and intermittent, undermining the quality of service. Phone companies suffer from the negative spill-over effects of this kind of inconveniences, apparently seeming helpless in front of unavoidable circumstances, far beyond their control. Therefore, it was up to external parties to...
As The Donkey Sanctuary’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue, the Sidmouth sanctuary offers a whole host of activities and events providing the perfect family day out this summer. From the ‘People’s Choice Award’ winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden, to the annual Summer Fair and the new ‘Adoption Donkey Guess Who Trail’.
The ‘Chelsea’ show garden has been rebuilt at the Sidmouth sanctuary, giving visitors the chance to see it for free for many years to come. The garden is a lasting legacy from the prestigious show. It was designed to showcase the charity’s international work...
There has been a consistent growth in people experimenting with natural herbal remedies over the past several years. One testament to this is the proliferation of supplements claiming to aid in healing all kinds of ailments.
It is not surprising that many people are enticed to go back to basics since many modern medications we have were developed based on the pharmacological findings on medicinal plants. However, the main difference is the tons of empirical data, research, and clinical trials conducted to ensure that modern medicine is safe and effective for human consumption....
International independent real estate consultants Hollis bolsters its business in the South West with the opening of an office in Exeter.
The opening supports the growth of the company in the region, where it already has an office in Bristol, and works with a range of public and private sector clients across Devon and Cornwall. Hollis is well placed to assist existing and new clients to maximise on the area’s potential.
Associate Anthony Fallon moves from Hollis in Bristol to head up the Exeter office. He specialises in dilapidations, tenant alterations, pre-lease surveys,...
