Exeter businesses are reporting the highest levels of confidence since September 2007, according to the local Chamber of Commerce.
Its latest survey shows the highest number of companies working at capacity level since March 2008.
Investment has increased in the last quarter, with 53 per cent of members putting money into their company ... and 35 per cent have taken on new employees.
The findings have been reported to the Bank of England.
Pothole damage claim for every seven miles of road
Nearly 1,200 claims against council
Earlier kick-off for Devon derby
Match will get underway at 12.30
Exeter Dryden Road consultation reopens
The deadline for responses has been extended
Devon teenager charged after Somerset stabbing
Man attacked on street
Two Plymouth towns set for major boost
Residents to call the shots
Could more Dartmoor car parks charge prices?
There are only a small number at present
