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Exeter firm IMP Software achieves Certified Vendor status with data privacy and protection specialists 9ine

IMP Software , leading provider of budgeting, purchasing and financial management solutions for over 500 multi-academy trusts (MATs) and 5,500 schools, has been awarded 9ine Certified Vendor status, recognising compliance excellence in data privacy and protection.

The certification from...

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Employment and family law advice in Plymouth

A new project aimed at giving Plymouth University law students the chance to learn new customer service skills is being launched at the Council’s First Stop Shop in New George street next week.

The pilot project between Plymouth Law School and the City Council will enable the law students to offer advice on employment law for individuals and a health check for businesses and charities...

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Devon's JSA claimants fall 12% in a year

The number of Job Seeker’s Allowance (JSA) claimants in Devon has fallen by 12 per cent in a year.

JSA claims in January 2016 increased slightly by 150 compared to the previous month, December 2015 with the total now standing at 3,752 claimants.

Despite this small rise, the figure is still 12% lower than the same period last year, and 65% lower than January 2012.

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Labour announce candidate for Devon & Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner role

Labour South West has announced today that the Police and Crime Commissioner Candidate in Devon and Cornwall will be Gareth Derrick.

The announcement of the candidate follows a selection process during which shortlisted candidates were subject to a ballot by local party members.

Gareth is a former Naval Commander and has experience of working in the Navy at several senior...

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Santander shows support for CHICKS

CHICKS want to say a big thank you to the Plymouth branch of Santander Bank which has been supporting them for the last two years. Their annual winter ball in November ball raised an impressive total of over £27,000! Santander staff volunteered on the night, selling raffle tickets resulting in Santander Foundation matching the £3500 their staff raised.

Regional fundraiser, Sarah...

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Skydivers wanted for 10,000ft tandem skydive

Local heart charity HeartSWell South West is looking for people to take to the sky and jump 10,000ft from a plane to raise money for heart patients and lifesaving equipment in the Westcountry.

The 10,000ft tandem skydive can be completed in several different locations across the UK, the nearest centre being the Honiton Dropzone in Devon.

HeartSWell ask the skydiver participant...

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International Women’s Day: A Plymouth Conversation

Hosted by Plymouth University to mark International Women’s Day on 8 March 2016, the event – entitled “A Plymouth Conversation” – will draw on contributions from four female leaders representing institutions across the city: Professor Judith Petts, CBE and Vice-

Chancellor, Plymouth University; Ann James (HonD Health ), Chief Executive, Plymouth NHS Trust; Carole Burgoyne, Strategic...

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New coach station reaches major new milestone

The redevelopment of Plymouth Coach Station has reached a major new milestone after coach company National Express signed an agreement to manage the new site.

Heads of terms have now been signed between the UK’s largest coach company and Plymouth City Council, setting out the arrangements for running the new site in the West End of the city centre.

Under the agreement, National...

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Thousands more homes and jobs for Plymouth approved

A major £80 million plan for 5,000 new homes over the next five years which will also create 2,000 construction jobs and training opportunities has been approved by Plymouth City Council’s Cabinet.

The second phase of Plan for Homes, covering 2016 – 2020, was agreed by the Cabinet with 20 new initiatives which will:

Help Plymouth address the housing shortage
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Beware of Blue Badge websites

Plymouth City Council is warning Blue Badge applicants and holders to beware of websites charging for help with their application or renewal.

One resident paid £49 for help filling out a Blue Badge form – something that is available free through the Council.

Councillor Brian Vincent, Cabinet Member for Streetscene, said: “If you are renewing or applying for a Blue Badge you can...

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Free event for NFU members in Devon

The NFU in association with Foot Anstey solicitors and Francis Clark accountants are holding three seminars around Devon to help provide NFU members with guidance and support on how best to avoid potential pitfalls that exist in running your farming business.

This is a great opportunity for NFU members to gain a competitive advantage, interrogate the experts…. and get a free meal...

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