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Jurassic Fibre beats industry average for opportunities for women in tech

Ultra-fast broadband provider Jurassic Fibre has announced a 209% rise in the number of women in its workforce in just two years – many in tech, construction and engineering roles traditionally occupied by men.

The South West-based company employs over 460 people at its office base in Exeter and satellite base in Honiton.

Marking International Women’s Day (Wednesday 8 th March...

Exmouth resident saves hundreds on energy bills through home visit

An elderly Exmouth woman, struggling to pay her bills, has saved hundreds of pounds thanks to a few small changes in her home.

With just a little help in the form of door draft excluders, LED lightbulbs and reflective radiator panels, the 88-year-old saved more than an estimated £250 in just four months.

£48-worth of measures were provided for free as part of a specialised...

Top Tips for Estate Planning

It's never too early to prepare for your end-of-life phase. Yes, some people may think it would be a bit morbid, but it's wise to do it early. No one knows what the future holds, and if you have many assets, it would be much better to have a clear plan of how you would like things done when you're gone. In addition, you wouldn't want your family to stress out over the details without a...

Supporting local initiatives! Foot Anstey Foundation delivers grants to three South West-based charities

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has announced the three charities receiving its latest Foot Anstey Foundation grants.

The funds, raised by employees, are donated to community organisations that have local impact.

The three South West-based charities receiving £1,000 each are Jeremiah's Journey , Uncle Paul's Chilli Farm and Somerset Child Contact Centres .

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Regional jobs boost as Devon-based Supacat secures major MOD contract

Devon-based Supacat has today confirmed receipt from UK MOD of an order on behalf of the British Army for 70 High Mobility Transporters (HMT 400 series), to be manufactured in collaboration with major defence engineering contractor Babcock International Group plc through its facility in Devonport.

The contract award for an undisclosed sum could lead to as many as 240 of the light...

Sports for the Young or Aged? The Rise of Esports in the UK

Esports and online gaming is a vast industry nowadays. Many people are baffled by this surge in the esports industry, and many celebrate its success. Traditionally, it's football, cricket and rugby ruling in the stadiums across the UK, but esports could be giving them a run for their money in future.

Esports has become much bigger and better in the last 10 years in the UK - with more...

Giant projection marks launch of public information campaign tackling harassment of women in Exeter

An eye-catching giant projection appeared in Princesshay, Exeter yesterday to mark the launch of a public information campaign in the city centre.

The campaign, run by the Safer Exeter Partnership, aims to tackle harassment of women and girls in Exeter by encouraging people to intervene in a safe and skilful way, if they witness inappropriate behaviour in public places.

To...

Here’s How to Invest for Your Next Family Holiday

With Christmas and the New Year well and truly over, many families are starting to think about their next vacation. The majority of families in the UK choose the summer months to get away with loved ones which leaves just a few months to save up. One way to potentially boost your summer holiday budget this year is to build a profitable investment portfolio. Here’s how you can start investing...

Why a personalised number plate could be the perfect gift

Everyone loves receiving gifts, but searching for the perfect gift can be incredibly difficult. Frankly, gift-giving can be quite stressful. It’s natural to want to give the best gift possible to that special someone, but it’s not always easy to find something that’s just right.

Thanks to the internet, it's very easy to fall into the trap of buying something unoriginal simply for the...

Foot Anstey advises Quilam Capital on two investments in Raylo and Merchant Money

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP , has advised Quilam Capital , which provides financial solutions coupled with expert guidance to businesses operating in the speciality finance market, on the equity aspects of its investments in Raylo and Merchant Money.

Established in 2017, Quilam Capital supports its portfolio in accelerating business growth, accessing external funding and...

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