So Good They Hired Them Twice

Two members of Rundlewalker Solicitors have been rewarded with promotions after joining the popular Exeter law firm for a second time.

The company, based on the Quayside, is well known for its family atmosphere and friendly personal service.

Head of Criminal Defence, Lisa McArthur (pictured above) has become a Director of the company after returning three years ago. Lisa originally joined Rundlewalker for a five year stint doing mostly Personal Injury work, but then felt the need to move on to gain experience with other firms. She was welcomed came back three years ago and...

Engineering consultants appoint new regional director in Exeter

Authored by Glen King PR
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 11:50am

SDS Engineering Consultants, announces the appointment of James Laughlin as its new regional director for Exeter. With three offices located in Exeter, Plymouth and Bristol, the company employs 54 staff offering a full range of mechanical & electrical (M&E) engineering consultancy services. Designing innovative, flexible, energy-efficient solutions, the company aims to create exceptional environments for living, work or leisure.

The practice was established in 2004 in Plymouth, followed by the opening of the Bristol office four years later. The Exeter office, opened in 2014...

5 Tips For Starting a Successful Fashion Business

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 11:29am

Starting a successful fashion business is an exciting step for an aspiring designer. However, it can be challenging work as there are many things you have to consider. There is a misconception that you require lots of experience in the fashion industry to get your foot in the door. However, in the current market, there are several opportunities to get your ideas out there and start making your mark to both local and national audiences.

Take a look at these five tips to help you take the first steps when starting a new fashion brand.

Plan, Plan, Plan

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Tributes paid to former Mayor of Exmouth Councillor Bill Nash

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 11:06am

A former Mayor of Exmouth, Cllr Bill Nash, has died following a short illness.

Cllr Nash was an East Devon District councillor for the Exmouth Town ward and an Exmouth Town councillor for the Littleham ward. He was 77. He was elected to East Devon District Council in 2015 and was a member of the scrutiny, and audit and governance committees. He was also a member of the joint board of LED Leisure from 2016 and of the Exmouth Regeneration Board from this year. He was the lead councillor for Exmouth and for the council’s estates and property service. Cllr Nash was elected to Exmouth...

Security specialists, UK Protection Ltd, appoints Chief Operating Officer

Exeter based supplier of security staff and services, UK Protection Ltd (UKP), has appointed Richard Smith to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer to spearhead the company’s growth across the South West.

Richard joins UKP from a successful commercial and marketing career, having also previously served for 10 years as a police officer with the Cheshire constabulary. Whilst little known in the South West, UKP has experienced rapid growth since it was established in 2015 with year on year turnover increasing by 53% in year two and 27% in year three. Supporting UKP’s...

How to change jobs easily

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 6:58am

Everyone knows that one person in the office who’s forever harping on about getting a new job, but they’re always there reliably on a Monday morning, ready to put a shift in for the job they’ve been in for quite some time. They’re indicative of a more significant problem: that we spend so much of our days at work that it’s actually quite difficult to find and apply for new jobs in our working week. Nonetheless, if you’re looking to switch roles or even to take a complete career U-turn, you should check out the advice posted below to help you change jobs with ease.

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New responsible dog ownership Public Space Protection Order approved

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 6:45am

A new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO), aimed at reducing irresponsible dog ownership and making Teignbridge an even cleaner and greener place to be has been approved by Teignbridge’s Executive today.

The PSPO will protect public parks and open spaces against people who do not pick up after, or control, their dogs properly. It is planned to be enforced from 1 January 2019.

The recommendations presented to Teignbridge District Council’s Executive Committee took into account comments by Teignbridge residents who were asked about the proposals to introduce the PSPO. More...

Project launched to tackle loneliness and isolation amongst Devon’s disabled and Deaf communities

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/31/2018 - 6:08am

On Thursday 25th October Living Options Devon (LOD) launched the Time To Talk project, which aims to tackle one of the most prominent issues faced by countless people with disabilities throughout the country: that of isolation and loneliness. The project was launched with a key note speech from Professor Virginia Pearson, Chief Officer for Communities, Public Health, Environment and Prosperity at Devon County Council.

Those of us who are unfamiliar with the lives of people with disabilities and Deaf people may not understand the daily problems they often face. We may not realise...

5 Tips to Help You Choose a Secure Site

To date, a vast number of casinos have appeared on the Internet. And the considerable variety prevents many fans of virtual gambling from finding high-quality and secure online casinos. No one will be surprised by the fact that the number of fraudulent organizations in the global network is substantial. The schemes of fraud and deception of users may differ dramatically, but the essence is the same. Such establishments are just fiction, the purpose of which is to steal as much money as possible of the players. We created some essential tips which will help you to find a secure casino....

East Devon planners approve new cycling and walking trail in East Devon

On Tuesday 30th October, East Devon District Council’s Development Management Committee approved a planning application for a new three metre-wide surfaced multi-user trail at Clyst St Mary, from the bridge over the Grindle Brook at Winslade Park, to Kenniford Farm in Clyst St George.

A total length of 1.1 kilometres, it will form part of the Clyst Valley Trail. When complete the Trail will be a 13-km (8 mile) commuting and leisure route, linking the Exe Estuary Trail at Darts Farm with Killerton House and Park by way of an existing multi-use trail from Broadclyst.

It will...

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