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Plymouth eye clinic highlights vital role of optometrists in first line of defence against sight loss

A leading eye surgeon is highlighting the crucial role Plymouth optometrists play as the first line of defence against avoidable sight loss.

To mark National Eye Examination Month, Newmedica Plymouth consultant ophthalmologist Nick Edmeades has described the city’s optometrists across...

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How to Choose the Best Location for Investment Property in the UK

Choosing the right location is one of the most important decisions a property investor can make. A well-selected area can support rental demand, occupancy and long-term capital growth, while a weaker location can limit the performance of even an otherwise attractive property.

For this reason, investors should avoid choosing a location based purely on where they personally like to...

Tired of Swapping Specs? The Seamless Solution to Mixed Vision Needs

There is a very particular routine that anyone over forty will recognise. You have a pair of reading glasses pushed up on top of your head. There is another pair tucked into the collar of your shirt, and a third pair is sitting somewhere in the car, or perhaps left behind on the kitchen counter. You put one pair on to check a text message, whip them off to look at who just walked into the...

‘Sunflowers’ exhibition at Sea View Art Barn, a huge success!

The captivating show of work by Exeter-based artist, Anna Donovan and supported by James Tatum, tutors and students of the new creative hub based near Ladram Bay, Otterton raised more than £850 for Devon Ukrainian Association last weekend.

The exhibition was opened by Alan Cotton MBE on Friday 21st August, who gave a heartfelt speech alongside art barn owner and sculptor, Frances...

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The earlier you know, the more you can do – but what you do with that knowledge matters

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and this year’s theme is “ The Earlier You Know, the More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters.”

It does matter. I have seen first hand how a diagnosis can bring understanding to something that may have felt confusing, frightening or impossible to explain. It can open the door to support, conversations, planning and, importantly choice....

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IMP Software unveils IMP Finance for multi-academy trusts, independent schools, and further education colleges

IMP Software has officially launched IMP Finance, a new financial management platform built from the ground up around the distinctive requirements of education finance teams in multi-academy trusts (MATs), independent schools , and further education (FE) colleges .

Available now, IMP Finance is designed to tackle one of the most persistent frustrations for education finance teams: the...

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Bideford food festival to serve up a feast of local flavours

Food lovers and families are being invited to enjoy a free day out celebrating the best of local and regional produce when eat returns on Saturday, October 24.

The one-day festival will bring together more than 70 food and drink producers , with the majority based within 30 miles of Bideford.

Visitors can expect plenty of choice, including artisan producers, local bakers,...

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The art of babywearing: balancing style, comfort, and connection

For many new parents, the arrival of a child brings a profound shift in daily rhythms and lifestyle priorities. Amidst the flurry of preparing nurseries and selecting essentials, modern families are increasingly seeking solutions that integrate into their existing lives without compromising on personal aesthetics or values. Babywearing has emerged as a favoured practice for those wishing to...

How to Turn Your Garden Into a Relaxing Year-Round Sanctuary

A garden can be so much more than somewhere to plonk a deckchair on a sunny afternoon. With a bit of thought given to planting, seating and a handful of practical choices, it can become a proper calming retreat that feels inviting whatever the season.

The trick is to design a garden that works with the seasons rather than banking everything on a few weeks of summer colour. Taking...

Why Betting and Gaming Duty Rises May Subtly Impact UK Players

Over the last couple of years, there have been several big changes to how the UK government is taxing remote betting and gaming operators, i.e., online bookmakers and casinos. For many, the changes were welcome, seen as long overdue. As ever in politics, there was a lot of wrangling to get things over the line, including a lot of pushback from the UK horse racing industry.

However,...

Food Drink Devon Unveils Shortlist for 2026 Awards

The countdown to the 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards has begun, and an outstanding list of finalists has been announced, showcasing the very best products, dining, retail and learning experiences the county has to offer.

Since entries closed at the end of March, a panel of respected judges and industry experts has carefully evaluated an impressive number of submissions. They have...

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