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IVF mum is perfect for new job at clinic
A new mum who works at the fertility clinic that helped her have her IVF baby says she is delighted the new role she was given on her return from maternity leave allows her to use her own experience of her journey to motherhood for the benefit of other patients.
Major harbour wall construction programme to begin in autumn to allow seahorses to breed
Essential repair and replacement work on two key harbour walls at Weymouth Peninsula will now start in the autumn, with contractors and machinery beginning to assemble over the summer at the far end of the Pavilion car park.
What really happens when someone dies without a will
When someone dies without a Will in place, the confusion and uncertainty that follows is stressful and time consuming for all involved.
Iconic stretch of South West Coast Path reopens following major restoration
A beloved section of the South West Coast Path near the Fleet Lagoon in Ferrybridge, Weymouth, has officially reopened just in time for the peak walking season, following extensive restoration works.
Clarke Willmott celebrates success of social mobility partnership
This year’s 2025 Social Mobility Day theme is all about ‘Shifting Mindsets’, and with that in mind, national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is celebrating the success of its partnership with a social mobility charity over the past two years.
Best friends trek 3,000km across New Zealand for St Peter's Hospice
Best friends Phoebe Hastings and Ross Tanner have completed an incredible journey across New Zealand, raising money for St Peter’s Hospice in memory of Phoebe’s father.
The recent cyber attack on Marks & Spencer reportedly involving a third-party payroll provider, is a sobering reminder that no retailer is immune to today’s complex digital threats, warns leading national law firm Clarke Willmott.
College of Paramedics responds to governement's new urgent and emergency care plan
Bridgwater based College of Paramedics has described the Government’s Urgent and Emergency Care Plan as ‘a step in the right direction’ but ‘recognises that there will be many challenges to overcome before the full ambition of this plan can be realised’.
Kirsty and Kim praise inclusivity at fertility clinic
When Kimberley and Kirsty became a couple in spring 2022, Kim already had two daughters, now aged nine and five, from a previous relationship. But Kirsty knew from the start that she also wanted to have a baby and it would have been a deal-breaker for her if Kim hadn’t felt the same way.
Flowers by Alla hosts first event workshop
A recently opened Totterdown flower boutique has held its first ever event with a sold-out flower arranging workshop in its newly developed event space.
Butterfly Lodge wings its way to triple success at Care Awards
A Plymouth dementia nursing home has been announced as outright winner of three 'excellence' awards for its outstanding services at Plymouth City Council’s Celebrating Excellence in Care Awards 2025.
AI growth and housing: water crunch fears
As the UK races to become a global hub for artificial intelligence and deliver 1.5 million new homes by the end of the current parliament, a looming water crisis is placing the Government’s twin ambitions on a collision course, says leading national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP.
Padel power for St Peter's Hospice
Bristol business people are being invited to join an exciting charity tournament for one of the UK’s fastest growing sports – padel.
Charity walkers benefit from gifted transport at annual Mendip Challenge
Much-loved local charity Weston Hospicecare held its annual Mendip Challenge on Sunday 1 June and local business Bakers Dolphin once again provided transport for charity walkers.
Clarke Willmott shortlisted for three awards in prestigious annual South West deals ceremony
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has been nominated in three categories in this year’s South West Business Insider Dealmakers Awards.
Love on the Savannah? New male zebra arrives at Newquay Zoo
Newquay Zoo is pleased to announce the arrival of a new male Chapman's zebra (Equus quagga chapmani), who joined the zoo from Dartmoor Zoo.
Babyloss support service continues thanks to crematorium group
A Bristol-based pilot project to provide specialist counselling services for families experiencing baby loss is running for at least a further 12 months, thanks to Westerleigh Group.
Inaugural Edelweiss flight lands in Bristol from Zurich
Edelweiss celebrated the launch of its inaugural flight arriving at Bristol Airport from Zurich on Monday.
Sam Wood the latest addition at Bristol-based accountants Corrigan
Independent accountancy practice Corrigan has another new addition to its team in the shape of senior tax manager Sam Wood.