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34% of GamStop Users Still Gamble on Offshore Sites

Did you notice that the UKGC-based self-exclusion programme brings new limitations to the table? Its purpose is to help people manage their gambling habits. Even though it aims to assist casino enthusiasts, a surprising statistic exists: 34% of GamStop users keep on using offshore betting...

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Devonia Spring Water celebrates successful partnership with luxurious Bovey Castle Hotel

Devonia’s still and sparkling water is available in Bovey Castle’s rooms, suites, lodges, restaurants and bar, as well as their event and conference facilities

Devon-based spring water company Devonia is celebrating one year of supplying its bottled still and sparkling water to Bovey Castle, in Dartmoor National Park, which has assisted the luxury five-star hotel in obtaining a...

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Connecting Devon and Somerset's Mobile Boost scheme re-opens

Connecting Devon and Somerset’s successful Mobile Boost scheme has re-opened this week with a fresh £430,000 investment.

The scheme had previously run for two years, until March 2023, with more than £1.1 million of funding through the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership’s (HotSWLEP) Growth Deal.

In that time, it helped over 1,700 residents and businesses...

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Bays Brewery’s Latest Charity Brew ‘Chopper Ale’ Takes Flight 

Family-run Bays Brewery in Paignton is reaching for the skies to help raise much-needed funds for Devon Air Ambulance with the launch of its high-flying charity brew ‘Chopper Ale’.

Taking flight in bottles, cask and beer boxes from 22 July 2024, the gorgeous golden ale is distinctly British in character, made using a blend of modern and traditional hops sourced from UK shores....

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Customer Service: Strategies, Impacts, and Best Practices

What is customer service?

Customer service is the cornerstone of successful businesses, offering support throughout the customer journey—before, during, and after purchases or service interactions. It plays a pivotal role in shaping customer perceptions, fostering loyalty, and driving business growth. Effective customer service involves tasks like addressing queries, resolving issues,...

Plymouth Enjoys Financial Boost as Cruise Bookings Double

Plymouth ’s growing cruise business has seen bookings double, bringing in an extra £1.5million spend to the city this year.

That’s the figure gathered from the thousands of passengers and crew from the flotilla of ships visiting Britain’s Ocean City.

Industry data claims that on average Each cruise visitor spends around £90, however, Plymouth and the surrounding economy also...

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Exploring the Benefits of Underground Storage Vessels for Industrial Use

In the industrial sector, the storage of large quantities of liquids, gases, and other materials is a critical aspect of operations. One solution that has gained popularity is the underground storage vessel . These vessels are designed to be buried below the surface, offering a range of benefits that make them an ideal choice for many industries. From environmental protection to space...

Almost 100 new free training courses launched in Devon and Cornwall

Thousands of adults across Devon and Cornwall have the opportunity to learn new skills with almost 100 free Skills Bootcamp courses now on offer.

Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps has 2,000 places available for adults across the region who want to ‘upskill’, change careers or explore new opportunities.

The latest wave of Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps, delivered by Devon...

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Plymouth based craft business EM-MAgination turns 2!

A successful Plympton based women-led crafting business has turned 2. To celebrate this milestone EM-MAgination held a party at the Rees Centre in Plympton on Sunday 30th June 2024. The celebrations began with a family crafting session where party hats, party bags and badges were made to celebrate. After this those supporters of EM-MAgination including other local small businesses came...

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Cashless payments – a simple way to increase sales in your store

The rise of cashless payments has not only simplified transactions but also opened new avenues for businesses to thrive. This shift from traditional cash to digital payment methods has proven to be a game-changer for retailers. By adopting cashless payments, you can streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and ultimately boost sales in your store.

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Bid for 50 businesses to make town more ‘dementia friendly’

A community group has launched a campaign to make 50 businesses in the Sid Valley more ‘dementia friendly’ by Christmas.

More than a dozen businesses have already taken the free training offered by Dementia Friendly Sidmouth which launched in June with the aim of raising awareness of dementia to improve the lives of those living with the condition and their families/carers.

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