“Ironically one key cause of the problem is also what brings most into the local economy – tourism.” [BBC series “Rental Health”] In Sidmouth, there… Read More »Finding somewhere to rent in Devon

“Teasing apart the connection between humans and climate, explaining how “we are the product of massive climate change in the past”, and looking ahead to… Read More »How to convey the story and impact of climate change

“Combining new and existing technology to grow food that tastes better, lasts longer and reduces the environmental impact of getting healthy food onto people’s plates.”… Read More »Vertical farming: growing food sustainably

“Why the crazy 15-minute city conspiracy theory is no laughing matter.” [New European] “We should change the discourse by replacing “net zero” with “stopping climate… Read More »Engaging on climate change with evidence and communication

“The Netherlands is under immense pressure to make radical changes to cut harmful emissions, and some farmers fear their livelihoods will be obliterated.” [BBC news]… Read More »How (not) to cut emissions in farming

“Better for apprenticeship achievements, healthy life expectancy and life satisfaction“ “Worse for median weekly pay, employment rate and gross disposable household income” [Office for National Statistics] In… Read More »The state of East Devon’s economy

“Spot the affordable housing.” . Back in December, there were new owners at Knowle – with new ideas: Knowle: new developer, new plans: new analysis –… Read More »BREAKING: Knowle: new planning application

“A regional skills gap in tech-driven sectors means innovative companies in the area arre struggling to fill roles” [Heart of the South West Local Enterprise… Read More »‘Skills gap in the South West’

“We need constructive debate about government innovation, to learn from others around the world and to foster a culture of openness and experimentation.” [LocalGov.co.uk] .… Read More »Digital democracy in East Devon

“The South West continues to have a very attractive and viable proposition, particularly in the blue and green economy, including marine, energy and renewables to… Read More »Is the South West being ‘overlooked’?

Saturday 20th May “Driftwood and Thrift” . The VGS will be at this year’s SeaFest – again showcasing its ongoing projects, latest ideas and other… Read More »VGS @ SeaFest 2023

“There are several businesses that sadly are up for sale in the high street.” [Vince Page, Sidmouth Herald] “The overall level of positive sentiment [in… Read More »Are Sidmouth and the South West good places to work and to do business?

“In a de-natured countryside, it is pertinent to ask whether the greater good of the environment is really served by channelling so much conservation money… Read More »The case against the reintroduction of beavers

“To raise awareness of the planetary value of trees everywhere and also to show a film with a serious feel-good factor.” [Word Forest Organisation] .… Read More »#TreesAreTheKey film comes to Sidmouth

More than 100 mature trees have been cut down in the centre of Plymouth in a move campaigners said was reminiscent of the needless felling… Read More »Stop the chop: looking after our mature urban trees