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KALLØ UNVEILS NEW HIGH FIBRE POPPED CORN CAKES IN INDULGENT FLAVOURS
Kallø, the natural food brand owned by Ecotone UK, is taking its sweet snack range to new heights with the launch of its new Popped Corn Cake range – simultaneously tapping into the fibre-maxxing trend and demand for permissible indulgence. Inspired by traditional bags of cinema popcorn, Kallø…
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New Telford 6th Vice Principal appointed
Telford College has appointed a new Vice Principal to lead its dedicated £9million sixth form centre when it officially opens to students later this year. Clare Snik, who is currently the Deputy Head of Sixth Form and Careers at Madeley Academy, will take up the role at the new campus at the…
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SafeSite Facilities wins airside delivery approval across major UK airports
Specialist supplier SafeSite Facilities has secured approval to deliver products airside across all major UK airports, marking a significant expansion of its logistics capabilities. The firm, which supplies construction, event site safety and security products nationwide, can now provide safety…
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PTSD Resolution Reaches 5,000th Referral Milestone in Treating Armed Forces Veterans and Family Members
"How can you put a price on a family reunited?" That is how one Armed Forces veteran described what recovery from trauma had given him back. PTSD Resolution, the charity providing free mental health treatment for Armed Forces veterans, reservists and their families, has treated its 5,000th client…
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FareShare Sussex & Surrey launches urgent appeal as families hit by summer hunger
With more than 51,000 children across Sussex and Surrey set to lose access to free school meals over the summer holidays[1], FareShare Sussex & Surrey has launched an urgent call for financial donations. The charity’s Summer Hunger Appeal will raise vital funds to support thousands of families…
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I'm a conservation scientist: 99% of Britain's wildflower meadows have disappeared – but your garden can help bring nature back
An estimated 99% of Britain's wildflower meadows have disappeared over the last century, leaving pollinators and other wildlife with far fewer places to feed, shelter and thrive. But according to conservation scientist Dr Ana Attlee, co-founder of the original seed ball company, Seedball, reversing…
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Fuller’s pub and hotel group switches tea offering to Clipper’s Organic and Fairtrade range
Demonstrating its commitment to supporting sustainable suppliers, Fuller, Smith & Turner PLC, has signed a new deal with Dorset-based Clipper Teas to supply their organic and Fairtrade teas across the group. The three-year deal – which represents Clipper Teas’ first ever pub contract – will…
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Black Country Chamber chief executive stands down after ‘fantastic’ four years
The CEO of the Black Country Chamber of Commerce is standing down from the role ahead of a move to the United States, she has announced. Sarah Moorhouse, who has led the organisation for four years and was recently named as Business Person of the Year in the Express & Star Business Awards, is…
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Black Country businesses urged to enter 2026 Business Awards
Businesses across the Black Country are being urged to act quickly to put themselves in the spotlight and enter the region’s premier business awards. The Black Country Chamber of Commerce says time is running out to enter its 2026 Business Awards with entries closing at 5pm on July 24. Motorsport…
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Value-for-money drives summer plans as more Londoners seek ways to cut costs on days out
Families in greater London are becoming increasingly cost-conscious when planning summer activities, with half (50%) actively seeking more discounts and deals on attractions and experiences compared to a year ago. New research from Boundless found value for money is now the leading consideration for…
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Five ways facilities managers can tackle hidden cyber risks in building systems
Facilities managers are being warned about the hidden cyber security risks inside their building systems because of new technologies which are moving at a rapid pace. According to the latest UK Government Cyber Security Breaches Survey, 43% of businesses reported a cyber security breach within the…
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New data reveals 2026’s top trending destinations as travellers look beyond the bucket list
Travellers are looking beyond the obvious in 2026, swapping classic bucket-list routes for harder-to-reach, culture-rich destinations, as shifting travel plans and changing priorities shape where people want to go next. Reflecting this trend, for the first time, adventure travel specialist Wild…
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Value-for-money drives summer plans as more Bristolians seek ways to cut costs on days out
Bristol families are becoming increasingly cost-conscious when planning summer activities, with almost half (44%) actively seeking more discounts and deals on attractions and experiences compared to a year ago. New research from Boundless found value for money is now the leading consideration for…
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Value-for-money drives summer plans as Brightonians seek ways to cut costs on days out
Brighton families are becoming increasingly cost-conscious when planning summer activities, with almost a third (28%) actively seeking more discounts and deals on attractions and experiences compared to a year ago. New research from Boundless found value for money is now the leading consideration…
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The Odyssey Effect: Five Mythological Adventures Beyond Greece
Christopher Nolan’s long-awaited ‘The Odyssey’ arrives in cinemas on Friday 17 July, bringing Odysseus’s legendary journey and the world of ancient mythology back to the big screen as public fascination surges. Over the past week, worldwide searches for the film have risen by 200%, while…
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Value-for-money drives summer plans as more Brits opt for UK days out
British families are becoming increasingly cost-conscious when planning summer activities, with more than four in ten (43%) actively seeking discounts and deals on attractions and experiences compared to a year ago. New research from Boundless found value for money is now the nation’s leading…
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KALLØ SERVES UP FLAVOUR WITH PADEL PARTNERSHIP AND SUMMER SAMPLING
Kallø, the natural food brand owned by Ecotone UK, has created a unique partnership with Padel Social Club, as part of the brand’s summer sampling activity. Aligning itself with the UK’s fastest growing sport, Kallø will partner with Padel Social Club in Earls Court for five Padel & Pilates…
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Expert Reveals How to Experience the Dolomites Like a Local as Holiday Demand Soars by Over 5,000%
With UK Google searches for “Dolomites holiday”, “Lago di Braies” and “Lake Carezza” all surging by more than 5,000% in the last month and #DolomitesItaly attracting over 67.5 million views on TikTok, the Dolomites are firmly on travellers’ radars this season. Yet while these alpine…
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Field Studies Council backs MPs ‘vital’ outdoor education bill
A leading outdoor education charity has backed an MP’s bill calling for compulsory outdoor activity in schools – to halt a ‘vicious’ mental health crisis. Liberal Democrat MP Caroline Voaden presented the Outdoor Education Bill in parliament earlier this week and called for all primary and…
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Eclipse Power expands its expertise to enhance customer experience and continue business growth
New appointments focus expertise from across the energy system to give customers fewer handovers, clearer answers and a more joined-up route to connection London, UK, 15 July 2026: Eclipse Power, the independent distribution network operator (IDNO) backed by the Octopus Sky Fund, has strengthened
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Stories Flooring Highlights Durable, Timeless Floors for the Colder Months
Warm, grounding tones are set to shape flooring choices this autumn, as homeowners look to create interiors that feel calm, comfortable and built to last, says independent flooring retailer Stories Flooring. As the colder months approach, the retailer predicts a move towards richer, more natural…
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Introducing niva: The high-impact pot range engineered to drive sales and maximise retail space
Embargo: 1st of September 2026 Sustainable plant pot innovator elho has today announced the launch of niva, a new addition to its basics portfolio developed in response to growing demand for affordable, design-led gardening products. As consumer spending becomes more considered, everyday gardening…
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Heat and humidity fuel summer pest surge, warns plant pest expert
With the UK experiencing increasingly warm, humid spells this summer, gardeners are being reminded that although these conditions may result in some thriving plants, they can also drive a surge in problematic pest activity. According to biological pest control specialist Tessa Cobley of Ladybird…
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The People-Powered Forest: Why More Britons Are Buying Fields and Planting Trees
A growing number of people are taking nature recovery into their own hands by buying small parcels of land and planting entirely new woodlands. Across the UK, former agricultural fields are being transformed into thriving habitats by individuals, families and retirees who are investing their own…
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Summer Funding Summit hailed a big success
The latest major business funding summit in Shropshire has again been hailed a success - with more than 90 investors, lenders and businesses in attendance. The Summer Funding Summit held at Shrewsbury Town’s Croud Meadow, is an annual event designed to bring together a full range of finance…
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Greenwich Hospital Awards Grant to PTSD Resolution to Treat Royal Navy and Royal Marines Veterans
PTSD Resolution, a leading veterans' mental health charity, has been awarded a grant of almost £20,000 from Greenwich Hospital to fund a year of mental health treatment for 22 Royal Navy and Royal Marines veterans, reservists and their families. The programme covers the complete clinical pathway…
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London's Hidden Infrastructure Is Keeping Modern Business Moving
LONDON, 14th July 2026: New research from Gophr, one of London's top five same-day courier networks, has revealed the hidden infrastructure keeping London business moving, identifying a series of distinct corporate "Courier Miles" operating across the capital. The findings from Gophr's new report…
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Bayeux Tapestry’s UK return set to shine spotlight on 1066 Country
The Bayeux Tapestry’s landmark return to the UK is already fuelling interest beyond the British Museum, with new search data suggesting travellers are looking to connect the exhibition with East Sussex’s 1066 heritage landscape. The Relais Cooden Beach, a coastal hotel in Bexhill-on-Sea, which…
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The Rise of the Coastal Retreat: ARC Names the UK Staycation Spots for Groups Seeking More Than a Beach Break
From Norfolk’s wide sandy beaches to Suffolk’s Heritage Coast and Cornwall’s surf-fringed north coast, ARC’s design-led group houses offer a new way to gather by the sea this summer With more travellers looking closer to home for meaningful group escapes, ARC, the collection of beautifully
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The holiday houseplant survival guide: How to keep indoor plants thriving while you’re away
Summer holidays offer us the chance to switch off and recharge, but for houseplant parents, time away can present a challenge. Warmer temperatures, increased sunlight and missed watering sessions can quickly take their toll on indoor plants. To help plant lovers avoid returning home to wilted leaves…
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Could Poor Supplier Carbon Data Increase Your Cost of Debt?
Why Scope 3 emissions are moving from the sustainability report to the lender's risk model By Graham Paul, Service Delivery Director, TEAM Energy For years, Scope 3 emissions have been viewed as the most challenging part of corporate sustainability reporting. They are difficult to measure, complex…
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Wisteria lands historic Bayeux Tapestry tickets amid huge demand
A family-owned Shropshire tour company is offering historic trips to see the world-famous Bayeux Tapestry – after tens of thousands of people scrambled to buy tickets. The 11th century embroidery, which has been valued at £800m and depicts the Norman conquest of England in 1066, is going on…
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Seedball showcases retail-ready standing display with strong margins and flexible restocking options
Following the launch of its freestanding point-of-sale display earlier this year, the original seed ball company, Seedball, is spotlighting the full retail offering behind the unit. The move gives stockists a clearer picture of the commercial opportunity, product mix and flexible ordering options…
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TVD Opens Outdoor AV Experience Centre to Showcase Integrated Solutions
Purpose-built demonstration facility enables customers, consultants and project specifiers to experience complete commercial outdoor AV solutions in a real-world environment. Bolton – July 13 2026 - TVD Group has officially opened its dedicated Outdoor AV Experience Centre at its Bolton…
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Brighthelm Centre garden to reopen with improved safety thanks to Pilbeam
A green space in the heart of Brighton which was blighted by antisocial behaviour will fully reopen to visitors this summer following work to enhance safety by Pilbeam Construction. The gardens at the Brighthelm Church and Community Centre are well-loved by residents and office workers, as well as…
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Looking after your lawn after a heatwave
Expert comment from Peter Chaloner, Managing Director of Cobra on looking after your lawn after a heatwave “Brown patches, slower growth and dry, compacted soil are all common after a heatwave, but most lawns will bounce back with the right care. Be gentle and resume mowing gradually rather…
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Statement Velvets and Bold Prints Lead Terrys’ New Designer Collection
BRITISH homeware brand Terrys has launched a debut fabric collection by designer and creative director Carrie Neely, bringing her recognisable maximalist style to a wider interiors audience. The launch builds on Terrys’ growing design-led fabric offer, with the retailer continuing to widen its…
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7 Reasons British Expats Get Travel Insurance Wrong
More than 10 years after ‘Brexit’, British expats living in Europe are still getting it wrong when it comes to travel insurance. This is the viewpoint of a specialist provider of travel insurance to expats of all nationalities, who are now resident in a European country that was not their…
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CreateFuture - CF/Beyond
Why iGaming is becoming the proving ground for enterprise AI transformation For the past two years, iGaming organisations have been focused on AI experimentation to understand how they could use the technology. However, that phase is coming to an end, and questions are shifting to the practical…
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Did a Valoriani Oven Ignite Dua Lipa’s Romance?
The UK supplier of what is probably the world’s most trusted pizza oven brand, Valoriani, is wondering whether one of its ovens was responsible for fanning the flames of celebrity romance and marriage. Recent reports about the marriage of singing artist, Dua Lipa, to actor Callum Turner, suggest…
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New itinerary puts Newhaven on the map for Avenue Verte cyclists
A brand-new itinerary created by Experience Sussex has been launched to encourage cyclists taking on the 247-mile Avenue Verte route, which connects London and Paris, to take a break in Newhaven, the Sussex town full of history, stunning scenery and independent cafes and pubs. The itinerary has been…
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Moulton College launches new agriculture apprenticeship to support UK farming
Northamptonshire-based Moulton College has announced the introduction of its new Level 4 Apprenticeship in Farm Management, designed to create progression opportunities, support rural employers and encourage new talent into the agricultural sector. UK agriculture employs nearly 453,000 people and…
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Théâtre du Lido in Paris selects SECUTIX ticketing system
The iconic Champs-Élysées venue chooses SECUTIX as its strategic ticketing partner to optimise sales SECUTIX, the global leader in advanced ticketing and audience engagement solutions, today announces a multi-year strategic partnership with the Théâtre du Lido, one of France’s most iconic
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Langley Announces What Could be The Most Budget-Friendly Exclusive-use Castle Wedding Package for Early 2027
Fairy-tale Northumberland wedding venue, Langley Castle, believes it is potentially offering couples the most budget-friendly, exclusive-use castle wedding package for weddings staged in the first quarter of 2027. At a cost of just £7000 for a wedding booked in January, February or March 2027, a…
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Industry gathers as Cleaner Safer Group opens The Building Performance Hub
09 July 2026, UK: Cleaner Safer Group (CSG), the not-for-profit parent organisation to brands including HETAS and Woodsure, opened the doors to its specialist development and audit facility, and training and education centre, The Building Performance Hub at a special event attended by over 50
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Bertie the Bedford joins Brum at Cotswold Motoring Museum following remarkable restoration
Two star-studded pieces of British motoring nostalgia have been brought together at the Cotswold Motoring Museum, where a fully restored 1962 Bedford ice cream van has been unveiled at the home of children’s television favourite Brum. Affectionately known as Bertie, the vintage ice cream van has…
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Employees missing out on workplace health support due to benefits confusion
More than a third (35%) of employees say uncertainty over what is covered by their workplace health benefits is a barrier to using them, according to new research from Health Shield Friendly Society’s Britain at Work study. The findings suggest many employees are missing out because they are…
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PTSD Resolution Selected For AFC Fund Trust Programme For Veterans' Mental Health
Veterans' mental health charity PTSD Resolution has been awarded £30,000 through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust's RISE programme, a pilot initiative supporting Armed Forces charities to build stronger and more sustainable organisations. PTSD Resolution provides free, prompt and confidential…
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Oxford: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the Thames Valley and South East. The region’s…
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Swindon and Wiltshire: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the South West. The region’s commercial property…