Archive for March 31st, 2008
posted by Cptn
Did you know that the consultation of Sub National Review of Economic Development and Regeneration was published today?
No? Well apparently it’s a “critically important document”, according the Colin Molton, deputy chief executive of the South West RDA. Then follows a lot of words about removing barriers to growth, real and long-term benefits and integrated blue prints.
But I think it’s summed up with Colin’s comments: “We continue to support an effective scrutiny process but are keen that the practical arrangements do not divert valuable resource away from delivery. In line with this, we believe it important to safeguard the commercial and long-term approach we bring to the region’s economic development.
“All in all, we welcome the review’s confirmation of the RDA’s important role in economic development.”
Indeed.
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March 31st, 2008
posted by Cptn
The Exeter Open Studios artists meeting will take place on at Exeter Art Spaces, 4 Red Lion Lane on Wednesday, April 2 at 7pm.
Last year’s event was a right success and rip-roaring fun to boot.
If you’d like to get involved in a super weekend of open studios then pop along, or, if you can’t make it and would like to express an interest – or for just more information – get in touch with Liz Harkman on 01392 265208 or email exeteropenstudios@exeter.gov.uk
There’s a bit more info and something on last year’s artists on the Exeter Open Studios page.
Or have a listen to an interview with Sonia Kemp on the eve of last year’s event (whose work is featured above).
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March 31st, 2008
posted by Cptn
If you’re looking forward to your concessionary bus pass plopping through the door tomorrow (April 1), then you’re going to be disappointed.
But despite the delays to the passes for the scheme, Devon councils have teamed up to provide an interim solution – those with Around Torbay and Devonwide passes can travel free on the buses throughout Devon and Cornwall.
‘This temporary facility will be available up to, and including, Sunday 13 April, by which time it is expected that people whose national bus pass has been ordered will have received it,’ says the press release, which goes on to explain: ‘The new national bus passes will enable anyone aged 60 or over, and people who qualify through disability, to travel anywhere in England on local bus services free of charge from 9.30am to 11pm on Mondays to Fridays, and at any time at weekends and on Bank Holidays.’
Oh, and the councils would also like it know that the delays are nothing to do with them.
(Cue joke about four arriving at once… not.)
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March 31st, 2008
