Month: February 2021

Shop local campaign delivers boost for Torbay businesses

A campaign delivered by TDA and Maybe* on behalf of Torbay Council will create a network of connected traders to support and promote shopping locally in Torbay.  By encouraging safe shopping and giving customers rewards when shopping locally, both online and offline, the campaign will help consumers to ‘Discover your Town’ and drive spend to

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Foundations begin for new Torquay hotel

Work begins on the foundations of the 120 bedroom Premier Inn hotel in Torquay. The £11M project is being built on part of Terrace Car Park and will complement existing hotel accommodation in Torquay, bring long term benefits to the town centre, businesses and the community. The bulk excavation for the hotel has been complete

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Extension at Burton Academy provides new facilities for pupils

A new, two-storey extension has been completed at Burton Academy, providing pupils with access to additional teaching spaces and improved facilities.  Improvements have also been made to external areas, which will give pupils opportunities to learn from a wider curriculum and greater access to outdoor space.  This improved facility will enable Burton Academy, currently operating

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Torbay plays its part to help ‘Build the Future’

National Apprenticeship Week 2021 takes place next week from 8-14 February. The annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships will shine a light on the amazing work being done by employers and apprentices across the country. The national theme is ‘Build the Future’,aiming to encourage everyone to consider how apprenticeships help individuals to build the skills and knowledge required

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