Devon-based Supacat has today confirmed receipt from UK MOD of an order on behalf of the British Army for 70 High Mobility Transporters (HMT 400 series), to be manufactured in collaboration with major defence engineering contractor Babcock International Group plc through its facility in Devonport.
The contract award for an undisclosed sum could lead to as many as 240 of the light...
Theatre Royal Plymouth has today launched five new creative roles in their leadership team which are now open for application. The new roles will join their Chief Executive and Executive Producer, James Mackenzie-Blackman, and recently appointed Executive Director of Producing and Programming, Liz King, to deliver the producing and programming strategy for all of TRP’s creative and artistic...
Three historical railway bridges in Devon have been given makeovers thanks to a £243,000 investment by National Highways Historical Railway Estate (HRE).
Wortha Mill Bridge on Dartmoor, Broadpark Road Bridge at Brentor and Castle Bridge Exeter have all received essential attention to ensure they retain their distinct characters while remaining safe for years to come.
McDonald’s franchisee, David Shawyer, who runs and operates four restaurants in the Exeter and Exmouth area, has donated £600 worth of litter collection equipment to the Budleigh Salterton Lions.
The donation supports McDonald’s commitment to tackling litter in local communities and will help to make a difference in keeping the Exmouth and Exeter area clean.
Mid Devon District Council has been awarded more than £150,000 towards adapting its existing disabled toilets to create fully accessible facilities at all three of its leisure sites in Crediton, Cullompton and Tiverton.
The funding is part of the Changing Places fund, administered by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, which aims to support disabled people with...
Plymouth business recognised at worldwide spa awards
The award-winning Gaia Spa at the five-star Boringdon Hall Hotel in Plymouth are thrilled to be shortlisted as a finalist in the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2023 . The Devon-based spa and Boringdon Hall Hotel were previously crowned “Hotel Spa of the Year – Western Europe & Scandinavia” in the 2019 awards and are thrilled to be...
On Saturday 18th February 2023, Simon Jupp MP was selected by Conservative Party members to stand in the new Honiton & Sidmouth constituency at a meeting held at the Sidmouth Conservative Club.
Simon Jupp MP, said: "I am delighted to have been selected by Conservative Party members to stand for the new Honiton & Sidmouth constituency at the next general election.
Toolstation, one of Britain’s fastest growing suppliers of tools, accessories and building supplies, has announced its latest tie-up with the Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) social enterprise, helping fund a renovation project for the Amber Foundation in Chawleigh. The project oversaw the creation of a Health and Wellbeing classroom and vestibule at Ashley Court. It will be used for young people...
Things are looking even tastier at the city’s award-winning museum, art gallery and archive thanks to a new partnership with a popular local bakery.
The Box has joined forces with Rise Bakery meaning visitors to The Little Box café on Tavistock Place can now pick up a delicious malted sourdough loaf or iced cronut after enjoying the latest exhibitions.
