Business

Green light for East Devon business funding to go green

East Devon District Council’s Cabinet have approved a £207,000 package of decarbonisation support for local businesses and community groups.

Organisations will be able to benefit from free training, carbon surveys and carbon action plans to help them save money and increase profitability by reducing waste and carbon emissions. Firms which take part will be able to apply for grant...

IMP Software, MAT finance software specialists.

Growth journey continues for IMP Software, as MAT finance experts prepare to celebrate fifth anniversary

IMP Software, market-leading specialists in budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), has reported another sensational year of growth as the firm prepares to celebrate its fifth anniversary next month.

The company, which has locations in Exeter and Peterborough, ended 2023 working with 370 MATs, including 57% of large trusts (MATs with 15+ schools)...

Redefining Web Design Excellence

The internet is a space where the best of design meets cutting-edge technology. Web design has evolved immensely over the years, and many designers have contributed to its development. In fact, some designers have had a major impact on how we view web design today.

Web design is an art that has been around for many years. It's a fundamental part of the Internet, and there are many...

Project to inspire school students to learn digital skills announces logo competition winner

Students from schools across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay have had the opportunity to showcase their digital skills in a competition organised by a programme which aims to inspire young people to consider digital careers.

Raising Digital Engagement at KS3 is a Heart of the South West LEP funded scheme, managed by Devon County Council, which aims to help schools promote and...

Bad language and festive jumpers round off a year of fundraising for RGB

RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce the success of its 2023 fundraising campaign in support of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW). The company has raised over £3,000 through various initiatives, culminating in a festive jumper day on Monday 18th December, and the introduction of swear boxes across all RGB branches.

Throughout the year, RGB engaged in a range of fundraising...

South West family recruitment firm announces management buyout

Devon-based education recruitment specialist Class People has completed a management buyout led by daughter and Managing Director, Naomi Howells, for an undisclosed sum.

Naomi has acquired the majority share of the £5million turnover company, as CEO and former supply teacher Lynis Bassett has announced her plans to step back from her role after more than 20 years’ service at Class...

10 Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses

Small business owners, even with limited staff and budgets, and often without tech professionals, must not ignore the importance of cybersecurity. A data breach may be a crisis for large, established companies, but for small businesses, it can be catastrophic. Luckily, there are straightforward, cost-effective steps and resources available to assist even the smallest companies in...

Cullompton: give your views on 'second' M5 Junction plans

Local people are invited to share their views on proposals to reduce traffic queues at Junction 28 (M5) at Cullompton by building a second bridge and junction to the south.

The new junction is a key part of Mid Devon District Council’s (MDDC) development of allocated Local Plan sites at Culm Garden Village and North West Cullompton.

From Wednesday December 13th until Monday...

Escan Manor Care Home South View

Brand new care home opening in St Leonard’s to create 60 jobs

A brand new purpose-built care home soon to open in the St Leonard’s area of Exeter is set to create up to 60 jobs.

Escan Manor opening in early 2024 by Mora Living will provide a luxurious and friendly living environment, along with a real sense of community. The 72 en-suite bedrooms, arranged across three floors in small homely clusters will feature a wide selection of lounges and...

Fibre broadband connection runs like Clockwork (Orange) at hotel devoted to film and the arts

Broomhill Estate is steeped in history, but its new fibre broadband connection is helping its owners realise their vision for the future of the business.

Although the hotel is located just a couple of miles outside of Barnstaple its woodland estate gives it a distinctly rural feel. That was certainly one of the main attractions for Alex and Michele Kleiner when they bought the...

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