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Running a Vehicle-Dependent Business in the Era of Constant Change

Businesses that rely on vehicles, whether for logistics, field services, construction, regional deliveries, and so on, are already at the mercy of a dynamic market environment characterised by volatility.

Costs fluctuate, demands rise, regulations evolve, and technologies...

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Brother and sister’s ‘Legacy to their Dad’ scoops top business award

A brother and sister from Paignton who created a funeral planning app following the death of their dad last year have won a leading business award in recognition of the impressive start up business.

Joe Drein and Steph Halls lost their dad, Martin, on April 1 last year after he contracted and sadly passed away from COVID-19. After taking on the responsibility of planning his funeral...

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How Devonshire businesses can get ready for work again

The 21st of June is the date on everyone’s lips recently. While we’ve all been told it is a case of “data, not dates”, when we look at the images of the concerts in Liverpool and packed audiences in watching the snooker, one doesn’t have to be thinking it is too far fetched for most aspects of daily life to get back to normal soon.

One area though, which will definitely see major...

Hall & Woodhouse announces extension for Community Chest grant applications

Hall & Woodhouse has extended the application deadline for its Community Chest Awards to Monday, May 17.

Lucinda Gray, Company Relationship Manager and Next Generation Family Director of Hall & Woodhouse, explained: “We understand that the pandemic has inflicted new pressures and hurdles for the charity sector to overcome. We acknowledge that many teams are continuing to...

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RGB offers thanks to those on the front line

RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with 32 other builders merchants from across the country by offering a discount to NHS staff as a thank you for the tireless support provided by healthcare workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) is spearheading the campaign and until 12th October 2021, NHS workers who visit any of RGB’s 20 branches will...

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Money-saving tips for small Devon businesses

As restrictions are easing up across the country, many businesses are reopening or getting ready to reopen. While many are cautiously optimistic about the coming months, the current pandemic has had a massive financial impact on most sectors, particularly small, independent businesses.

If your business, like hundreds of other businesses, has been affected, you may be looking at ways...

National post-COVID living survey reveals that space in the home for work and leisure front of mind for people in the South West

Majority of South West respondents (82%) aspire to live in a two-storey detached home, compared to 77% across Britain

FTSE-250 housebuilder Redrow has revealed South West residents’ future housing preferences include private driveways, low density design and detached homes.

To underpin its commitment to creating a better way to live, particularly in a post-pandemic world, Redrow is...

Stem cell transplant unit team moves to Plymouth Science Park

This month Plymouth Science Park welcomed the arrival of the NHS SW Peninsula Transplant Service’s stem cell transplant processing laboratory team to the Park.

The SW Peninsula Transplant Service (SWPTS) is dedicated to specialist adult haematopoietic stem cell transplantation, providing diagnosis, monitoring and treatment to adults with a range of blood malignancy health issues...

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Planning projects focusing on natural environment to be recognised at RTPI Awards 2021

Exceptional examples of planning projects that have succeeded in protecting and enhancing the natural environment will be recognised at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence 2021 .

Finalists in the Excellence in Planning for the Natural Environment category at this year’s RTPI Awards are:

Natural Capital Approach, submitted by Liverpool City...

Restart Grants are now available for businesses as the economy starts to re-open in line with Government’s roadmap

The new Restart Grant is a sector-based grant which is different from the Local Restrictions Support Grants (LRSG) – it could pay between £2,667 to £18,000 to eligible businesses. Please check the details and find out if you are eligible at eastdevon.gov.uk/business-grants . Every claim is checked and verified and any fraudulent claims will be subject to legal action.

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Builders merchant extends opening hours

RGB Building Supplies has extended its weekday operating hours and it branches will now open at 7am on Monday to Friday throughout the summer.

The extended hours give customers, particularly those who work in the trades, more flexibility in when they collect supplies and arrive at their jobs. Lengthening the opening times of the branches also helps maintain and improve social...

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