When it comes to effective construction project management, every decision you make is crucial, especially when it involves your budget. One of the biggest choices you'll face? Whether to rent or buy your equipment.
The answer isn't just about the immediate costs; it's about long-term financial planning and strategy. If you're a seasoned contractor or a project manager, understanding the nuances of this decision can impact the success and profitability of your building project.
This article dives into the cost-effective approaches to construction project management. It...
In today's dynamic corporate landscape, a company's success is often reflected in the quality of its events. Corporate event management is not merely about organising a gathering but creating a memorable experience that leaves a lasting impression on attendees.
Understanding Corporate Events
Corporate events are gatherings organised by businesses for various purposes, including networking, training, marketing, and celebrating achievements. These events range from small meetings and workshops to large conferences and trade shows. The primary goals of corporate events are...
Life in Exeter is peaceful and free of stress from the city, as the scenic countryside and coastal environment make it the perfect place for a relaxing time off. The town is near the sea, so walking around the shore early in the morning is ideal for making the most out of it. The weather shifts from cool to comfortable. If you’re rather into warm summer vacations, it would be best to choose another spot.
While Exeter isn’t a big city, you’ll always find something to do alone or with friends and family. The history of Exeter is quite interesting, and you can learn more about it by...
The Exeter Symphony Orchestra under conductor Arturo Serna is staging a concert of music by Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky on Saturday 20 July 2024 at 7.30pm in Exeter Cathedral.
This special concert – the highlight of ESO’s year – features the internationally distinguished cellist, Natalie Clein, performing great music in the fabulous setting of Exeter Cathedral.
The concert opens with the vivacious and effervescent Festive Overture (Opus 96) by Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975). Described modestly by the composer as “just a short work, festive or celebrative in spirit”,...
An insurance expert is calling on South West residents to protect their homes against damage caused by nesting squirrels - a risk not typically covered by standard home insurance policies.
William McCarter of insurance broker Lycetts has issued his warning during the June and July nesting season.
With animal infestation claims at an all-time high, McCarteremphasised the importance of preventative measures, explaining that most home insurance policies do not cover damage caused by small pests and rodents, as these are issues that are deemed preventable.
Overnight road closures will be needed on the A379 on the outskirts of Exeter for three evenings next month.
As part of the current work at Trood Lane junction there will be night time closures on the A379, between Ellacott Road and the Devon Hotel Roundabout, starting on the evening of Tuesday 9 July.
On the nights of Tuesday (9 July), Wednesday (10 July) and Thursday (11 July) the road will be closed from 7pm until 6am the following day.
Changes to traffic management arrangements will be made on the first night (Tuesday 9 July), with drainage improvements...
Barchester’s Cumberland Grange Care Home in Exeter recently held a Dementia Information Session led by the incredible Gina Awad BEM for their family members.
Gina is the Founder and Lead of Exeter Dementia Action Alliance and author of ‘United Caring For Our Loved Ones Living with Dementia’, and has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those living with dementia.
In doing so, Gina has contributed to many hours of supporting our local community and beyond since 2013 in delivering public and private Dementia information sessions to further enhance support networks and...
Residents and staff of Barchester’s Cumberland Grange Care Home in Exeter have set themselves a challenge! Visiting 50 different pubs in and around Exeter.
Every Tuesday evening, residents and staff choose a different pub to take a trip to where they sample and enjoy their drinks with sides of nibbles! The outings have become so popular that they are now joined by family members each week, too.
Jogie, General Manager at Cumberland Grange Care Home, said: “Our pub trips have become such a wonderfully wholesome outing and a favourite of mine! I join our residents, family...
Cranbrook Education Campus, (CEC) part of theTrust, has been rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May. The all-through school received "Good" ratings in all areas evaluated by the school watchdog, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.
Ofsted inspectors noted in their new report that “pupils are happy and safe; they know the school's ‘PERKS of being Crantastic’ values well, which include being kind and safe and that the school has a positive atmosphere and learning is rarely disturbed....
St Luke's Church of England School, part of the Ted Wragg Trust, has been rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May. The secondary school received "Good" ratings in all areas evaluated by the school watchdog, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.
This accolade is a wonderful conclusion to the academic year for the school, which began the year celebrating an above-average Progress 8 score, placing it among the top five schools in Devon last year. Progress 8 measures the academic progress that...
