More carers are needed to provide short breaks for children and young people with disabilities.
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St Peter's Hospice encourages Bristol to choose second-hand this sustainable September
St Peter’s Hospice is encouraging people across Bristol to make second-hand their first choice this September, helping to reduce fashion waste and give clothes a longer life.
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum awarded designated status by Arts Council England
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, the University of Exeter’s public museum of film and moving image, has been awarded Designation status by Arts Council England.
Founder-led businesses such as care homes are being urged to start succession planning early, as waiting too long could prove costly.
A High Court hearing today (10 SEPT) will consider the approach of government department Defra to the Hereford breed of cattle in relation to the UK’s Native Breeds at Risk list.
National law firm Clarke Willmott has acted for Bristol’s largest independent estate agency on its acquisition by national property group Lomond.
North Wiltshire Crematorium re-opens as a funeral SuperVenue
North Wiltshire Crematorium has re-opened as a funeral ‘SuperVenue’, offering bereaved families the chance to personalise their loved one’s service to unprecedented levels.
A new deposit return scheme (DRS) due to come into force next year will have "significant commercial implications" for drinks manufacturers, brand owners, importers and retailers, according to national law firm Clarke Willmott.
Llanelli Crematorium rated ‘outstanding’ by industry inspector
Llanelli Crematorium earned an overall grade of “Outstanding” after being scrutinised by an industry inspector.
University of Exeter welcomes first students to Joint Education Institute in China
The University of Exeter has marked a major milestone in its global strategy, welcoming the first cohort of undergraduate students to the Exeter-Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT) Joint Education Institute in China.
National law firm Clarke Willmott has been named as a supplier on four key elements of a national public sector purchasing and procurement framework.
Weymouth and Portland proud hosts of Olympic Windsurfing World Championship
Local people are invited to be part of a major international sporting event as Weymouth and Portland host the 2026 Musto iQFOiL World Championships.
Local group installs third life-saving defibrillator in Combe Florey
The Combe Florey Defibrillator Group (CFDG) has helped make its Somerset village more heart-safe by fundraising for and installing a new public access defibrillator, alongside taking part in CPR and defibrillator awareness training for the local community.
Grant scheme opens to support Dorset’s Arts and heritage sector
Arts and heritage organisations across Dorset are being invited to apply for funding through the latest round of Dorset Council's Cultural Organisational Revenue Support Fund.
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has announced the acquisition of specialist UK-business immigration firm Latitude Law, further strengthening its Commercial Services division and expanding its offering to corporate and private clients.
Southville charity shop celebrates Pride window competition win
The St Peter’s Hospice shop in Southville has been crowned one of the winners of the Charity Retail Consultancy’s (CRC) Pride Retail Display Competition, after impressing judges with a colourful display created with the help of the local community.
Care home celebrates dedicated staff
Staff and residents at dementia specialist care home Camelot House and Lodge in Wellington have had a special celebration to acknowledge the dedication of the people who work there.
New research reveals people’s preferences for funerals
New research has revealed that attended funerals are “essential” for saying a proper goodbye to a loved one and that there is a huge preference for personalised services.
Empica appoints Katy Garland as head of Strategy and Digital
Bristol-based PR agency Empica has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Katy Garland as head of strategy and digital.
Bristol Water opens applications as Chew Valley Reservoir Run returns for second year for children’s hospital
Bristol Water has opened applications for its second annual fun run at Chew Valley Reservoir to raise money for The Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children’s Hospital charity.