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Why Danish Butter Cookies Remain the World's Most Gifted Tin of Biscuits

Danish butter cookies occupy a unique position in the global gift market that no other biscuit product has managed to replicate. The combination of a familiar, universally appealing flavour, a decorative tin that feels genuinely presentable, and a price point that sits comfortably in the gift-...

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Major campaign to inspire children through outdoor learning

Children will be going outside to learn as part of a major campaign to get them more in touch with the environment.

Desks and chairs will make way for grass, ponds and games outside during Empty Classroom Day, which also heralds the launch of the new Natural Connections programme.

Eight city schools have so far signed up to the three-year project, which is led by a partnership...

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University recognised for "exemplary" support for students in care

A unique advisory group set up to assist students leaving a care environment has been recognised as best practice in supporting young people.

Buttle UK has recently reaccredited Plymouth University’s Quality Mark for a further three years and rated the institution as “exemplary”, demonstrating its commitment to helping young people in care and the challenges they face when entering...

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Four schools, one campus - Tor Bridge Partnership launches

A host of national and international sporting stars will headline a week-long celebration to mark the first academic year together for one of Plymouth’s largest and most impressive school campuses, which combines four schools on one site.

The official opening ceremony for the Tor Bridge Partnership in Estover will take place on Thursday 11 July, when the Deputy Lord Mayor will be...

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Summer fun in North Prospect

It’s a summer packed full of fun for families in North Prospect.

Fun days and trips for all ages are being organised by Plymouth City Council and its partners working in the community.

Cabinet Member for Co-operatives and Community Development, Councillor Chris Penberthy said: “Six weeks of school holidays can be a long time for parents to keep their children and teenagers...

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Crowds turn out in their best for Ladies' Day at Newton Abbot

The sun was shining for St Austell Brewery’s Ladies’ Day at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Tuesday 25 June as crowds turned out for one of the most glamorous fixtures in the racing season.

Ladies and gentlemen donned their finery with the hope of walking away with the coveted title of Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gent and Best Hat. The ever-popular competition saw thousands of attendees...

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Charity Golf Day raises money for war veterans

Brewin Dolphin, one of the UK’s largest independently-owned private client wealth managers announces its inaugural Charity Golf Day held at Boringdon Park Golf Club was a resounding success.

Attracting over 60 golfers, the event in aid of British Limbless Ex-Service Men’s Association (BLESMA) was won by Kitsons Solicitors and raised over £1,300 for this worthy cause.

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Plymouth MP urges holidaymakers not to travel uninsured

Local MP Alison Seabeck today warned constituents about the dangers of travelling abroad uninsured. In support of a campaign by ABTA - The Travel Association and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), Ms Seabeck is urging holidaymakers in Plymouth to “pack your policy” ahead of the great summer getaway.

According to new research by ABTA – The Travel Association, many UK...

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Taking steps to help support Burrator Stroke Unit

Raising money to support the acute stroke unit on Burrator Ward at Derriford hospital, Sarah Bradbury took on the challenge of this year’s Plymouth Half Marathon.

After her husband Steve suffered a stroke last November, she was inspired to take part and raise money to thank the staff on Burrator Ward who supported him through several weeks of recovery.

Sarah said: “Steve has...

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Caro Emerald Plymouth Pavilions tickets on sale from Friday

Chart-topping Caro Emerald announces her largest UK tour to date and will make her Plymouth debut at Plymouth Pavilions on Tuesday 11 March 2014.

With more than 2.5 million record sales, 15 platinum discs, 32 million YouTube views, a host of awards (including an Echo, Goldene Kamera, Edison Award, EBBA & MTV Music Award), a string of sold out tours and, of course, the thrill of...

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Making the connection: Major project launches to help children learn outdoors

A ground-breaking project which aims to significantly increase the number of school-aged children experiencing the full range of benefits that come from learning outside the classroom in natural environments has been launched today (Tuesday 2 July) at Glenfrome Primary School, Bristol.

The Natural Connections Demonstration Project is set to run for the next three years and aims to work...

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