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People from South West Peninsula urged to Be Part of Research

Devon residents are being urged to sign up to a new UK-wide health and care research registry, as part of the nation’s biggest-ever recruitment drive for clinical trials.

The call comes as new figures reveal that more than 63,000 participants took part in health and care research...

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May 12th-14th: The Vaper Expo UK - Enjoy vaping with ZOVOO

From 14 to 16 May 2023, the European's biggest vaping event and also the most influential exhibition of the global e-cigarette industry, the Vaper Expo UK 2023 will take place in NEC Birmingham. It will host over 500 global vape brands and more than 20 million professional visitors to enjoy the sensory impact and cultural charm brought by e-cigarettes.

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South Devon College students, Charlie Groves and Grace Harrison are both staying local to study for

Cost of living crisis: more students to stay at home

For many young people going away to university is a rite of passage but with the cost of living crisis some are choosing to stay local.

South Devon College student Charlie Groves says he was shocked when he realised the cost of accommodation. The 19 year old from Torquay has decided to stay living with his parents when he progresses from school next year to university. He’s planning on...

Enable Law settles claim for Plymouth Dock worker

National law firm, Enable Law, has settled a case for a Plymouth Dock worker following life-threatening incident and injuries sustained at work in 2019.

Enable Law's client was acting as a Banksman for a crane which was removing pallets from a ship's hold when the accident happened. At the time of the accident the client was stood on the top deck and behind him were a number of...

Meet ZOVOO at National Convenience Show, April 24th-26th, NEC Birmingham

National Convenience Show 2023 will take place from April 24th to April 26th in NEC Birmingham, the United Kingdom. This is ZOVOO 's first major appearance since the UK relaunch of the innovative DRAGBAR Z700 SE.

Additionally, exciting news came that recently ZOVOO has become a new member of the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA), which is the largest industry trade body...

Devon College unveils a trio of green qualifications this Earth Day

This Earth Day, South Devon College introduces three cutting-edge sustainability qualifications with a backdrop of Dartmoor National Park and Devon coastline

South Devon College is making a splash with the introduction of three cutting-edge sustainability qualifications: Access to Higher Education: Global Studies and Sustainability Diploma, a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Global Change, Social...

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Churches urged to review security following theft of metal incidents

Churches across the UK are being urged to take steps to prevent metal theft following a spate of incidents.

The warning comes from specialist insurer Ecclesiastical following theft of lead from the roof of churches in Bath, including All Saints Church in Weston which was targeted multiple times in one month.

High demand for copper and lead, driven by an increase in metal...

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Exploring the Latest Payment Innovations in iGambling

The iGambling industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past few years, driven in part by technological advancements and an ever-increasing demand for innovative solutions. One area that has seen significant progress is payment processing, with various new and secure methods becoming available to players. These innovations not only make transactions more efficient but also provide...

How Fashionable Items Can Enhance Your Outfit: Out Top Tips

Accessories and fashion items are essential components of any outfit, as they have the power to elevate and enhance the overall look. While clothing forms the foundation of an outfit, accessories are the finishing touches that can make or break a look. Accessories can help to add visual interest, texture, and colour to an outfit, making it more stylish and unique.

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Coldplay supports Devon environmental charity for a second year

Coldplay will support the Devon Environment Foundation for a second year to help meet the sustainability ambitions of the Music Of The Spheres World Tour.

The band have committed to make their world tour as environmentally beneficial as possible by following three key principles:

• Reduce (cut consumption and waste, while decreasing CO2 emissions by 50%). • Reinvent (support...

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I Need You

Local author, Harry Hudson is taking a unique approach to promoting his new crime fiction book.

I Need You , the first in the Harlan Action Thriller Series , follows the adventures of a charismatic and highly-principled outlaw biker and nightclub bouncer. Set in Plymouth, Harlan is hired to help a troubled wine bar owner after his venue is taken over by an organised crime gang....

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