An historic Exeter pub that has been closed since September 2024 reopens this week following a £542,000 revamp by Heineken-owned Star Pubs. The investment has transformed The Angel on Queen Street into a top-class contemporary pub, renaming it The Engine House to reflect its new direction and location close to Exeter Central station. The Engine House opens at midday on 24th September, creating six new jobs and with Greg Gearing at the helm as the operator running the venue on behalf of Star Pubs. The makeover has completely redecorated the outside of the well-known pub – which dates back to the 1870s*  – and transformed the interior with a stylish colourful décor incorporating exposed brickwork, all-new furniture and modern artwork. Feature lighting, vintage murals and quirky fittings complete the look. In terms of layout, The Engine House has a public bar, a comfortable lounge area and a cosy snug fitted out with seating upholstered in plush fabrics. There is a high-spec sound system as well as drop-down tables in the public bar to make room for live music and late-night dancing. With so many good eateries in Exeter, The Engine House focuses on offering an extensive…

The University of Exeter Business School’s unswerving commitment to environmental sustainability, responsible leadership and technological transformation.has been recognised by a major national awards programme.  Exeter’s Business School has been shortlisted for Business School of the Year at this year’s Times Higher Education (THE) Awards, which celebrate excellence across the UK and Irish sectors and are known as the “Oscars of Higher Education”, The shortlisting recognises the Business School’s outstanding achievements and commitment to environmental sustainability in changing times. These include hosting the first ever AI for Net Zero conference, being chosen to lead a major UKRI-funded initiative on how emerging technologies can accelerate the shift to a circular economy, and the launch at the World Economic Forum in Davos of the Climate and Nature Impact Team, which aims to bring together science and communication to unlock impact on climate and nature in key industry sectors. Commenting on the shortlisting, Professor Steve Wood, Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean of the University of Exeter Business School, said: “We’re so excited to be shortlisted for THE Business School of the Year, and I congratulate everyone who made it possible, from our students to academic and professional services staff. “In organisations and institutions…

People across Devon are invited to find out more and help shape the delivery of neighbourhood health across the county. The national vision for neighbourhood health, set out in the 10 Year Health Plan for England and national Neighbourhood health framework, is to bring together GPs, community services, mental health, social care, voluntary organisations and local partners to provide more joined-up support in local communities. This aims to help people stay healthier for longer, access more care closer to home, reduce the need for hospital treatment where appropriate, and ensure services are shaped around the needs of local communities. Hospitals will always play a vital role in caring for people when they are seriously ill, need urgent treatment or require specialist expertise. Neighbourhood health is not about reducing the importance of hospitals. It is about ensuring people receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. Residents can take part in the ‘Let’s talk Neighbourhood health’ engagement programme by completing a survey, going along to an event, or joining a local feedback group or the new Devon People Panel, among other opportunities, to make sure their voice, previous experiences and opinions are heard. Dr Chris Reid,…