Business

Zooming in on Business Electricity: Addressing Emissions Concerns

The expansion of the global electrical sector is a major contributor to emissions of greenhouse gases, and corporations are a major reason for this. As businesses grow and expand, their electricity usage rises, resulting in more emissions.

Handling emissions concerns associated with corporate power is critical to minimizing climate change and its environmental impact. We will look at...

Improving Employee Engagement with HR Software

The modern work environment is full of turmoil and in a constant state of flux, making keeping your employees engaged and motivated a difficult challenge for many organizations. One way to improve employee engagement is by implementing a tailored HR software solution. HR software is a system that streamlines managing employee information, tracking performance and absences, creating workflows...

Devon business honoured with first ever King's Award for Enterprise

A scientific services business from Devon has been recognised by the UK’s most prestigious business awards.

Brixham-based Scymaris was today unveiled as a winner of the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise, in the International Trade Category. Founded in 2016, Scymaris is a leading provider of Ecotoxicology, Environmental Fate and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Services to global...

Aspiring Plymouth plumber is a Screwfix Trade Apprentice finalist!

Ten ambitious apprentices, including Kester Duncan, an aspiring plumber from Plymouth, will go head-to-head to be crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2023.

The national award aims to highlight the hard work and dedication of trade apprentices across the UK and Ireland, with the champion receiving a career-boosting £10,000 trade bundle made-up of tools, tech and training.

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New director appointed to head up Westcotts’ Crediton team

A new director has been appointed by leading South West firm of chartered accountants and business advisers, Westcotts to head up their Crediton office.

Accountant Matt Melksham (pictured with Westcotts managing partner, Shona Godefroy) joins the firm with more than 23 years’ experience and will lead the four-strong team, while supporting a growing number of clients in mid Devon....

Organisers are being urged to focus on safety for King Charles’ coronation events

With people across Devon preparing to celebrate the coronation of King Charles, Ansvar is urging event planners to take the necessary steps to ensure the safety of all involved.

While these events provide a great opportunity for communities to come together and celebrate, they also carry risks that need to be managed. As a leading insurer for the not-for-profit sector, Ansvar is...

Delivering the Future: Getting Products to Consumers in the 21st Century

Digital technology is weaving its way into every aspect of modern life, and the supply chain is no different. Since the days when ships had sails, products and raw materials have been transported across the globe to warehouses, factories, and consumers. How we do this has changed little over the centuries, but the responsibilities that every business has at every stage of the supply chain are...

Bertram Fairbanks Property Promotion Party is a Huge Success

Leading Exeter-based niche commercial law firm, Bertram Fairbanks welcomed c.50 guests to the exciting new ‘Property Party Launch’ held at their spacious offices at Belvedere House at Pynes Hill.

The launch event was led by Julia Knight, Partner & Head of Commercial Property who joined the expanding Bertram Fairbanks team earlier this year. Qualifying in the South East in 2005,...

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Double March auction attracts impressive bidding!

Chilcotts Auctioneers most recent sales garnered interest not just in the UK but from around the world - resulting in some hotly contested bidding.

This was the first time two events were held so close together, after the Honiton auction house revamped its sale calendar. The first, the inaugural standalone Silver, Jewellery, Watches & Gold Coins sale on March 11, featured a well-...

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New face at Plymouth family law specialists

Senior Associate Solicitor Julia Robson is the latest recruit to join the Divorce and Finance team at The Family Law Company in Princess Court, Plymouth.

Julia brings a wealth of knowhow with her, having specialised in family law throughout her career. She moved with her family to Devon when she was just 10 and has stayed in the county ever since, apart from a stint in London where she...

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