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A third of Brits can't recognise the signs of an unsafe gas appliance

A third of UK adults (33%) don’t know the signs of an unsafe gas appliance, according to Gas Safe Register’s research. This Gas Safety Week (17-23 September) Gas Safe Register will be raising awareness about the dangers of unsafe gas appliances, with the support of the industry.

The potential warning signs that could indicate a gas appliance is unsafe were recognised by some people as...

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Dr Mark J.P. Kerrigan appointed as Director of Learning, Teaching & Enhancement at Plymouth College of Art

Dr Mark John Patrick Kerrigan, a National Teaching Fellow and Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), and former Director of Learning & Teaching in the Faculty of Medical Science at Anglia Ruskin University, has been appointed as Director of Learning, Teaching & Enhancement at Plymouth College of Art.

With strong professional interests in curriculum design and...

How to Create a Cosy, Welcoming Home for Winter

With the oncoming arrival of the colder months, it’s only natural that we begin to think of how to insulate our homes and create a welcoming, cosy atmosphere. After all, the last thing you want after a long day at work is to return home to a cold, damp property, unable to relax and refresh ready for the next day. How can you ensure your home is the perfect environment this winter, though?...

New research reveals the secret to a happy family for people in Plymouth

Complete honesty, being able to talk about anything together, and everyone having their own space have emerged as some of the secrets of a happy family, according to people in Plymouth.

Researchers polled families in Plymouth to discover the key factors to a well-balanced domestic life, with discipline and love in equal measure, making your children’s friends welcome in your house,...

National Theatre comes to Vue

Two diverse but equally outstanding productions from National Theatre are coming live to Vue Plymouth and will form part of its September Big Screen Events calendar.

Vanessa Kirby (The Crown) and Eric Kofi Abrefa (The Amen Corner) feature in NT Live: Julie on Thursday 6th September. Wild and newly single, Julie throws a late night party, where Jean and Kristina clean up in the kitchen...

The UK's proudest parents announced

The nationwide search for UK parents to share their proudest moments has seen a Plymouth resident crowned as the winner.

Amber Goddard, has won ScS’ proudest parent competition after entering a photo of her beautiful baby daughter, Beatrice.

Sofa and carpet specialist, ScS, launched the competition to celebrate the moments that fill parents with the most pride, and have been...

Jimmy Frost backs Walk for Widecombe community fundraiser as preparations gather pace

Preparations for LOVE Devon’s first fundraising event, the sponsored ‘Walk for Widecombe’ on Sunday 16th September, are gathering pace, with walkers starting to register in earnest, including former Grand National winning jockey Jimmy Frost and his daughter, champion jockey and LOVE Devon ambassador Bryony Frost. The walk will also be followed by a fun-packed family afternoon for walkers and...

Birmingham Royal Ballet: Autumn 2018 Season

Birmingham Royal Ballet tours to Theatre Royal Plymouth with the funny and tender La Fille mal gardée on Thursday 11 – Saturday 13 October. This charming ballet was an instant hit when it was created by Frederick Ashton for the Royal Ballet in 1960. Inspired by Ashton’s love of the English countryside, La Fille mal gardée includes some of his most virtuoso, energetic choreography as well as...

A lost generation of scientists? UK schools urged to do more to turn kids on to science

Science, technology and engineering are critical to the future of Britain and the wider world. However, as the new school year starts, Britain’s parents feel the next generation of scientists could be at risk if schools don’t keep up with technological and scientific advances, new research has found.

The research quizzed parents of about current science lessons and their own memories...

Food Drink Devon Awards shortlist announced

After months of blind tasting, deliberation and judging, the shortlist of finalists for the 2018 Food Drink Devon Awards have been announced.

The winners will be revealed at a ceremony at Highbullen Hotel Golf & Country Club on Monday 8th October hosted by food and drink broadcaster, Nigel Barden. Entries from across the county included 250 products, 63 producers, 75 hospitality...

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