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fit20 Exeter expands with new studio opening in Torquay

Award-winning Exeter-based fit20 was opened at Phillip House six years ago by entrepreneur Duncan Attwood. Based on just one 20-minute workout per week, fit20 is scientifically proven to significantly improve muscle strength and overall health. It has been so successful Mr. Attwood has expanded by setting up a second studio in Torquay as part of his growing franchise.

Duncan Attwood...

Stagecoach South West Announces Updated Fares for 2025

Stagecoach South West, part of the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has confirmed its participation in the new Government fare cap scheme, which will take effect from 1st January 2025. The scheme will cap fares at a maximum of £3 on eligible routes across England. While some fares that were previously capped at £2 will increase to £3 under the new scheme, most single journeys will still...

Help support your ambulance service this festive season

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is asking local communities across the region to use its services responsibly this festive period, as it prepares for a challenging and busy time.

The Trust has already been experiencing significant and sustained demand across its 999 services this winter - a position that is echoed by other health and care...

NatWest encourages customers in the South West to spread Christmas cheer in support of national homelessness charity

NatWest has introduced a new way for its customers to support Social Bite in the fight against homelessness this festive season.

Through its mobile app based MyRewards programme, customers can now easily donate their available Rewards (over £5) to buy someone experiencing homelessness a Christmas dinner with Social Bite. NatWest has also pledged to match all donations to any of its...

Stay safe behind the wheel this festive season

As we enter the holiday season Devon and Cornwall Police is reminding drivers to stay safe on our roads and not to consume drink or drugs if you are driving.

Many of you will be travelling on our roads to visit loved ones or attend festive events this week, the message from Devon and Cornwall Police is clear – if you are driving, do not drink any alcohol or consume any drugs....

IMP Software builds budget management software specifically for multi-academy trusts.

Strong finish to another exceptional milestone year for Exeter-based IMP Software

Growing market share, sector-leading insights, key appointments, independent endorsement and recognition have made 2024 another year to remember for IMP Software, market-leading specialists in budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs).

The UK-wide company, with locations in Exeter and Peterborough, celebrated its fifth anniversary this year and ended...

Stagecoach SW introduces new routes

This January local bus operator Stagecoach South West are introducing some new routes to their network. The new routes, previously provided by another operator, will be operated under contract on behalf of Devon County Council from 5 January 2025.

On Monday 6th January some minor changes will be introduced to the timetables of Service 309/310 in North Devon.

Full details of...

Local homebuilder supports compassionate end-of-life care at St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth

St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth has received a £1,500 boost from Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter, providing crucial support for the hospice’s compassionate end-of-life care services for people facing terminal illness.

This contribution from the Barratt David Wilson Community Fund will help St Luke’s continue delivering expert support for patients and their families across Plymouth and...

Streetlight dimming trial will cut carbon and costs

A 12-month countywide trial to amend the dimming of streetlighting in Devon has been approved by councillors today (Wednesday 11 December).

Devon County Council first introduced part-night streetlighting in residential areas in 2009 and its current policy has been in place since 2019.

As well as part-night lighting of residential streetlights, the roll-out of LED lighting...

Hair in the Academy holds high-profile event to mark its 20th Anniversary

Hair in the Academy (HATA) held a high-profile event to celebrate its 20th Anniversary and the official launch of Hair in the Community (HITC) at its unique hairdressing salon in Exeter.

Eminent guests included Will Michelmore, Master of The Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers & Shearmen (IWFS) and other members of Tuckers Hall including Richard Marsh CEO Executive Officer of...

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