Business
By Jill Dando News One of the most senior figures at a leading Cumbrian engineering firm is preparing to celebrate 20 years of service. Graham Cartwright started at Forth Engineering as an apprentice before climbing the ranks to become a director of the business. In recent years, he has overseen
Business
By Jaiden, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Smyths Toys is one of the fastest growing retailers in the world! Smyths Toys threw a party to celebrate the opening of this new store on the weekend after the opening. The people who attended were able to enjoy free face paint for
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By Jill Dando News The family of a much-loved parent have said they are “blown away” after an award-winning company agreed to preserve their mum’s ashes in a memorial bench installed in the iconic surroundings of Manchester Monastery. Stockport-based Marie Worthington said she was forever grateful to Derbyshire firm
Good News Tonic
After a 30-year journey as an award-winning journalist, Shane Dean is now sharing his insights on happiness and purpose through his Good News Tonic talks. The inspirational talks are aimed at encouraging people to live life to the full and boosting workplace morale. A former political and education correspondent and
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By Jill Dando News Boston Tea Party (BTP) is issuing a bold challenge to the UK’s largest coffee chains with the launch of its ‘Hey, Big Coffee Chain’ campaign. In a push for greater sustainability, BTP is calling on major players in the hospitality industry to follow its lead
Business
By Business Editor Blinds By Mark, one of Bristol’s most trusted names in window shading solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its newest product, the Perfect Fit Shutter Lite. This innovative, cost-effective shutter system offers customers a hassle-free way to enhance their windows without the need for
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By Jill Dando News Easy Jet has launched a new campaign to recruit more veterans and encourage them to bring their highly transferable, valuable skills gained in the forces to join ex-service people already working across the airline. As part of the recruitment drive, easyJet has joined forces with SAS
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By Jill Dando News International performance coach and bestselling author Pete Cohen delivered a game-changing keynote address at Greece's inaugural Financial Planning Forum - inspiring over 300 financial professionals to revolutionise their approach to client service. His presentation in Athens marked a pivotal moment for the Greek financial
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By Callun Purnell, Solar Energy Specialist As British households hit a record £31 million in solar panel earnings, South West homeowners are being urged to join the "rooftop revolution" that's transforming Britain's energy landscape. "This unprecedented milestone proves that solar isn't
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By Jill Dando News * New lifestyle range designed by a fine art student is the must-have choice for presents with a purpose this Christmas * The launch builds on John Lewis Partnership’s Building Happier Futures programme, which has generated over £2m for charity. * Available online from 23rd October and and
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By Jill Dando News Motivational speaker and entrepreneur Pete Cohen has helped spearhead a transformative charity initiative that raised over £7,000 to fund the construction of a well in drought-stricken Uganda. Watch https://youtu.be/fre78XKlKEE?si=zQ9TDVQEl3aQ7jeF Partnering with the Ugandan charity God in Action, led by Mandela
Charity
By Charities Editor THE CEO of a leading UK firm based in Worle, Somerset near Bristol has joined the trustee board of a charity that runs a homeless centre. Somewhere To Go, based in Weston-Super Mare, Somerset announced that Andrew Scott, CEO of The Ascot Group, is now part of
Business
By Business Editor Purplex, a UK-leading marketing company based next to Worle Train Station in Somerset, has been nominated for a prestigious regional award. The high-performing firm, which was founded 20 years ago this year, has been shortlisted in the ‘Investment’ category of the South West Business Awards 2024. The
Fairtrade
By Jill Dando News Fairtrade Fortnight – two weeks of events and awareness-raising about Fairtrade in the UK – has concluded, with thousands of committed Fairtrade supporters turning out to support its ‘Be the Change’ Campaign. * The Fairtrade Foundation reports a significant increase (up 11%) in awareness of Fairtrade Fortnight following its
Business
In a remarkable twist of fate, a once-dilapidated BMW that symbolised rock bottom for entrepreneur Andrew Scott now serves as a beacon of hope for struggling and aspiring business owners. Parked proudly outside his thriving company headquarters, this restored vehicle is more than just a success story on wheels -
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Why You Should Hire a Professional for Cleaning Your Solar Panels, by UK solar expert and Google 5-star rated Callun Purnell “With the UK solar industry anticipates significant growth with the recent Labour government victory, maintaining your solar panels has never been more critical. Solar Energy UK predicts that Labour&