Aldi calls on children in Devon to design a poster for recycle week

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 9:50pm

To mark Recycle Week (14th-20th October), Aldi is calling on children in Devon to design a poster to encourage people to recycle.

Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket is inviting children to submit their designs for the chance to win a £250 Aldi voucher for their family.

The entries will be judged by a panel of Aldi’s sustainability experts, with the three winning designs taking pride of place in Aldi’s UK headquarters to encourage colleagues to recycle.

The competition is part of the supermarket’s ongoing drive to support sustainable shopping behaviours,...

UK Businesses Accepting Crypto Payments: A Growing Trend

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 8:10pm

Cryptocurrency has come a long way from its early days as a niche curiosity for tech enthusiasts. Today, it’s becoming a viable form of payment for mainstream transactions, with businesses around the world beginning to accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital currencies. In the UK, this trend is growing rapidly, with more companies embracing crypto payments to offer greater flexibility to their customers.

If you're someone who has invested in cryptocurrency or you're simply curious about where to spend your digital assets, you’ll find that everything from online shopping to...

Switching Up Exeter Homes: The Modern Appeal of Clear Light Switches and Plug Sockets

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 7:35pm

Clear light switches have become quite a fashionable home interior accessory in Exeter, which has a fair number of homeowners. These fixtures add to the house's beauty and fit in well with the up-to-date, more minimalistic decoration.

As more people try to achieve simple but elegant spaces, clear switches have favoured home renovations without compromising design aesthetic values.

The Rise of Minimalist Design in Exeter Homes

Lower interior design is becoming a common characteristic of Exeter homeowners. This shows how people want to live in easy spaces that are...

The Impact of Business Size and Industry on Insurance Rates: What to Know Before Comparing Online

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 3:28pm

Before you start comparisons online, you need to understand how business size and industry-specific risks play a role in determining insurance rates. Understanding how these factors are calculated is important because they determine the premiums you will pay. Regardless of whether you're a small startup or a well-established enterprise, there are many factors that can have a huge bearing on the insurance quotes you receive.

Insurance Premiums and Business Size

The size of your business is a major factor in determining insurance rates, and Quote Goat can help streamline the...

Wine and Dine: Best Romantic Restaurants in Exeter for Date Night

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 2:33pm

When it comes to planning the perfect date night, the right setting can make all the difference. Exeter, with its blend of historic charm and modern elegance, is home to some truly romantic dining spots. Whether you're enjoying your first dinner together or celebrating a special milestone, the city offers plenty of cosy places to wine and dine. If you’re a couple who enjoys a glass of something special, you can even buy fine wines online beforehand to set the mood at home or continue the experience after your meal. Let’s explore the best places in Exeter to enjoy a memorable date night...

UK not doing enough to avert food crisis

Authored by Program
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 1:44pm

As food price inflation hits 40-year high, industry figures gather at Westminster to call for immediate action to back homegrown UK food security plan

Calls from the UK’s farming and food production heartland are being made for the Government to take decisive action to stop empty supermarket shelves becoming a regular feature of daily life.

An increasing dependence on global supply chains, Covid-19, climate change, and geopolitical shocks has contributed to the highest levels of food price inflation in over 40 years, with over one in ten households now experiencing day-to-...

Devon and Cornwall businesses warned to avoid fuel duty double whammy in the October Budget

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels is warning agricultural businesses and companies across Devon and Cornwall to avoid getting caught out by the much-anticipated rise in fuel duty, which is expected to be announced in the Budget on 30th October.

The business believes that fuel duty – which has been frozen since 2011 – could rise by as much as 10p per litre. This will occur if the Chancellor announces an increase in fuel duty by 5p/litre and removes the temporary 5p/litre cut in fuel duty introduced under the Conservative Government in March 2022. Removing the 5p discount alone will...

4 Thrill-Seeking Activities for Raising Funds for Charity

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:13am

When you think about a way to raise funds for a charity of your choosing, does your mind instinctively go towards marathons or bake sales?

Both are pretty standard options, and are the 'go-to' for many people who want to raise money for a charity that they care about. While you may get a thrill from baking a Victoria Sponge cake, neither option is overly thrilling and, after you've done it a few times, can seem a little dull.

There are more fun ways you can raise money for charity, and here, you will be walked through some of the most fun and thrilling options. Enjoy!...

How Many People in Great Britain Watch Professional Dota 2 Matches?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 10/16/2024 - 6:37am

Dota 2, one of the most popular and complex multiplayer online games, has captivated millions of fans worldwide. However, in the United Kingdom, a country where video games are slowly making their mark in mainstream culture, Dota 2 remains somewhat niche. The question of how many Brits actually follow professional Dota 2 matches may seem simple, but it requires a deeper look into several factors, including the game’s popularity and the general interest in esports within the region.

The Popularity of Dota 2 in the UK

Dota 2 is renowned for its unique blend of strategy and...

Painful periods force nearly half of Gen Z to take days off from school or work 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/15/2024 - 11:33pm

Last week it was revealed that Neale-Wade Academy, a secondary school in Cambridgeshire, is facing backlash over a new policy requiring students and parents to provide 'medical proof' for period pains to be considered a ‘legitimate absence.’ The policy also states that they will not accept terms such as "unwell," "poorly," or "ill" as explanations for student absences, which has caused an uproar among students, parents, and the broader school community.

The strict new policy has highlighted concerns about the underdiagnosis of conditions that can cause severe symptoms. The NHS...

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