Newcomer Ollie Atkins says he is ready to start a new chapter in his career after agreeing terms on a two-year deal with Aviva Premiership high-flyers Exeter Chiefs.
The Australian-born lock, who will head to the Westcountry after two seasons with Edinburgh Rugby, is Rob Baxter’s fourth capture ahead of next season, joining the likes of Geoff Parling, Ollie Woodburn and Michele Campagnaro at Sandy Park.
His arrival is somewhat timely as it comes in the same week that current Chiefs skipper Dean Mumm announced he would be leaving Devon at the end of the current campaign to...
One of the UK’s highest profile business men has endorsed the use of pre-nuptial agreements for married couples, sparking debate in the national press.
Writing in his blog this week, Richard Branson commented: “We all sign contracts when making a commitment to enter into business, employment, and even internet access, so why not for something as serious as marriage?”
South West law firm Stephens Scown LLP, which has one of the leading family law practices in the region, has seen an increase in enquiries for pre and post nuptial agreements.
Rolle Exmouth Limited (REL) and Exmouth Town Council have secured permission from Plymouth University for the Four of Swords theatre company to put on a production of Jason and the Argonauts in the Owen Building at The Rolle Centre as part of the Exmouth Festival.
There will be 18 matinee and evening performances between 25th May and 6th June. The production will be promenade theatre leading audiences through the building so ticket numbers will be limited. The performances will be in the Owen Building.
The Exmouth Festival is now in its 19th year. The festival has grown...
The independent firm of Thomas Westcott, chartered accountants, which has 13 offices across Devon, has recruited experienced farming consultant Sally Nicholls to join its Agricultural team.
Agricultural and farming businesses across the South West can now access expert advice about a broad range of practical issues, from important legislation changes to grant funding opportunities, at Thomas Westcott.
With a background in farming and a degree in agricultural management Sally brings a wealth of knowledge about the very specific - and growing - pressures facing the UK farming...
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust today announced its preferred supplier for an electronic health record to support all community services, including community nursing teams across north, east and mid Devon.
Electronic health records signal the end to paper notes, referrals and forms and instead allows clinicians to access health records electronically and securely meaning patient care is safer, transition between services is smoother and the care we offer becomes much more centred on the patient and their holistic needs throughout health and social care services in Devon. The...
There are just a few days left for local people to tell the independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England where they think new council ward boundaries should be drawn across Exeter.
View interactive maps of current ward boundaries at consultation.lgbce.org.uk
The Commission is carrying out an electoral review of Exeter which means re-drawing ward boundaries across the city. The Commission is asking local people for their views on new warding arrangements before it draws up its recommendations.
The Commission will consider all views put to it during...
Police are appealing for information after a bridle was taken from a traveller’s horse in Exeter on Friday 20 March.
The well-known traveller John Treagood was parked with his horse and caravan on the Alphington roundabout, underneath the A30, when he was approached by a man driving a white or cream vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle asked the 79-year-old if he was going to sell his horse, before stealing the black leather bridle off the horse while the victim’s back was turned, sometime between 3pm and 5pm.
The suspect is described as white, of large build, in his...
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) of Exeter has presented Lloyd & Whyte’s Commercial Development Manager Judy Harris with the coveted David Grimley Young Professional of the Year Award at its 93rd annual dinner, held at Sandy Park.
Judy joined Taunton based Lloyd & Whyte in 2000. As well as developing her career through a series of senior roles she has been pivotal in mentoring colleagues towards achieving industry – recognised qualifications through study groups and 1-2-1 coaching as well as helping to develop the company’s in-house sales training programme.
Fans of an alfresco spring pint will be delighted to hear that Exe Valley Brewery and Exeter Street Food are bringing back their much loved Pop-Up-Pub from Easter weekend onwards.
Selling award winning real ales made by Exe Valley Brewery in Silverton, and traditional Devon ciders from Venton’s Cider in Clyst St Lawrence, the Pop-Up-Pub’s uniquely friendly and welcoming atmosphere has made it a popular addition to the Exeter Street Food Market in the Guildhall over the past few summers.
Part of the Pop-Up-Pub’s appeal (other than the opportunity to enjoy an excellent pint...
Devon Wildlife Trust has expressed ‘delight and relief’ at the re-release of five healthy beavers on to a Devon river.
The news comes after the animals were temporarily removed from the wild in February for testing for disease.
The release took place on Monday 23rd March in the evening at a location on the River Otter, close to Ottery St Mary, East Devon. Speaking from the scene, Devon Wildlife Trust’s Peter Burgess said: “Today’s re-release means that these beavers are back where they belong, in the wild on the River Otter. We’re delighted and relieved that they’ve coped...
