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Moorland Fuels achieves distinguished Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme accreditation

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels , a leading provider of commercial fuels, heating oil, and lubricants in the South West, has achieved a significant milestone on its journey towards both net zero, and its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency...

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New education sector insight report published by IMP Software

A new report commissioned by Exeter-based IMP Software has highlighted “very opposing views” among Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) leaders around centralising functions, GAG pooling and top slice mechanisms as trusts are directed to step up their efforts to expand.

The 2030 MAT Growth Challenge: Effective Strategies and Systems offers expert insight on how trusts can grow effectively to at...

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Devon-based dairy drinks business expands product range at Aldi

A dairy drinks supplier based in the heart of Devon is celebrating a successful start to the year after a surge in demand for its protein milkshake range across Aldi stores.

Located in the town of Crediton, Crediton Dairy Limited has supplied the supermarket with a range of milk-based drinks for the past nine years – including favourites like Aldi’s Cowbelle flavoured milks and Shuk...

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National Apprenticeships Week - Don’t Miss Out on a Trick

Thousands of employers are safeguarding their businesses through clear skills agendas and Apprenticeships. Read on to find out why you should consider the same for your business, writes City College Plymouth.

Log on to any news or business site and there is a strong possibility you will encounter the R word: recession. Whilst there is still some uncertainty as to whether the UK will...

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Martin Bennett Apprentice at South Devon College

Apprenticeships: Former Tax Inspector Trades Spreadsheets for Skiing

A former tax inspector who thought he was too old to study an apprenticeship has swapped spreadsheets for skiing, accounts for archery and computers for caving.

54 year old Martin Bennett worked in the Civil Service for 30 years before leaving London for Somerset after he was made redundant.

“I saw the advert for the Outdoor Instructor apprenticeship through South Devon...

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Foot Anstey Legal Director appointed as Chair at STEP

Emma Facey, Legal Director at national law firm Foot Anstey LLP , has been appointed as Chair of England & Wales Regional Committee at STEP , the global professional body comprising of lawyers, accountants, trustees and other practitioners that help families plan for the future.

STEP's mission is to inspire confidence in families planning their assets across generations by setting...

Blackpool Sands takeaway reopens under a new partnership

The owners of one of the UK’s most iconic beaches, Blackpool Sands near Dartmouth in South Devon, have partnered with new operators to re-open their renowned eating establishment and implement a series of fresh and exciting changes over the next 12 months.

Geoffrey and Robert Newman have joined forces with Charlie and Zuzana Deuchar, owners of Dartmouth’s multi-award winning boutique...

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RGB South Molton completes renovation project

The South Molton branch of RGB Building Supplies has opened a brand-new plumbing and heating centre, completing a 12-month full renovation project.

The new centre has allowed the branch to double the size of its plumbing and heating (P&H) product offering and install a dedicated trade counter, manned by a P&H specialist.

In addition to the new plumbing and heating...

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Expanding Exeter firm of lawyers Bertram Fairbanks takes on a new property partner

Bertram Fairbanks, formerly known as Bertram Law, continues to raise the bar, with the appointment of Julia Knight as a new Partner and Head of Commercial Property at its head office at Belvedere House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, in line with its ongoing ambitious expansion plans.

Qualifying in the South East in 2005, Julia trained and worked at specialist commercial firms, before...

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First homes on sale at new development in Devon village

The first homes have been released for sale at a new development in the Devon village of Willand.

Bellway is building 125 homes at Fox Mill Gardens, off Meadow Park, and potential buyers had their first opportunity to reserve a place there in December, when a sales cabin was opened on site.

Tim Lund, Sales Director of Bellway South West, said: “Welcoming the first visitors on...

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Devon firms dominate regional business awards nominations

Nearly 20 businesses and individuals from Devon have helped the county lead the way in the shortlist for the biggest awards contest for small businesses in the South West.

The regional FSB ‘Celebrating West Small Business Awards’, which will culminate at a final in Weston-Super-Mare early in March, has seen a near record-breaking amount of entries across 12 categories for both...

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