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Boundless scales public sector benefits offering via Charity for Civil Servants and Each Person partnerships
Boundless, the membership club for public sector and civil service workers, has expanded its employee benefits reach through new partnerships with the Charity for Civil Servants and employee rewards platform Each Person, extending access to more than 80,000 public sector employees across the UK. The…
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MRS CRIMBLE'S NEW JAMMY SPONGES LAUNCH INTO TESCO
The trusted gluten-free bakery brand adds an indulgent new snack to its lineup Mrs Crimble's, the gloriously gluten-free bakery brand owned by Ecotone UK, is expanding its portfolio with the launch of Gooey Strawberry Jammy Sponges. The golden, individually-wrapped sponges are designed to bring some…
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Midnight appointed by ethical insurer Surewise
B Corp certified B2B PR agency Midnight has been appointed by specialist ethical insurance intermediary Surewise to build its reputation and authority amongst local authorities, care organisations, insurers and communities it serves across the UK. Essex-based Surewise provides insurance for some of…
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TVC Launches Outdoor TV entertainment Without the Enclosure
New outvue displays from TVC Technology Solutions give installers a robust, high-brightness alternative to enclosure-based outdoor TV installs for pubs and gardens. Bolton, UK – 21st April 2026 – TVC Technology Solutions has launched a purpose-built range of outdoor displays that eliminate the…
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Dalcour Maclaren Opens Cardiff Office as Welsh Infrastructure Activity Accelerates
Bicester, UK, Tuesday 21 April 2026—Dalcour Maclaren has opened a new office in Cardiff – its 21st UK location – in response to growing demand for infrastructure, renewables and water projects across Wales. The move strengthens its ability to deliver integrated land, planning and…
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Fears of AI cheating in hiring ‘overblown’, new research finds
HR and talent professionals are overestimating the scale of AI-driven cheating in recruitment, according to new research from talent solutions provider Clevry. While 62% believe candidates are using AI to cheat, only 26% say they have seen evidence of candidates manipulating assessment results.…
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California Prune Board welcomes AFTPP award to boost exports
The California Prune Board has been awarded funding through the America First Trade Promotion Program (AFTPP). It follows an announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), which outlines plans to boost American food and agricultural exports globally.…
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Turn beer gardens into matchday wins!
TVC launches outvue outdoor displays to help venues maximise this summer’s sporting revenues. Bolton, UK – 21st April 2026 – TVC Technology Solutions has launched a new range of purpose-built outdoor displays designed to help pubs, bars, hotels and leisure venues turn outdoor spaces into…
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Daring Knights Attempt to Grab Invite to 40th Celebrations
A curious incident of a slog in the daytime has occurred at medieval castle hotel, Langley Castle, in Langley-on-Tyne near Hexham, with knights spotted scaling the walls in an attempt to breach the castle defences. At least five knights were seen clambering up the 90-metre-high, seven-feet-thick…
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HMO Platform Launches New Tenancy Agreement Templates to Support Landlords Ahead of Renters’ Rights Act Rollout
21 April 2026, UK: COHO, one of the UK’s leading shared living marketplace and property management platforms, has launched a new suite of Assured Tenancy Agreement templates to help landlords and property managers prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act, which comes into force on 1st
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Local Business Launches New Tenancy Agreement Templates to Support Landlords Ahead of Renters’ Rights Act Rollout
21 April 2026, UK: Worcester based company COHO, one of the UK’s leading shared living marketplace and property management platforms, has launched a new suite of Assured Tenancy Agreement templates to help landlords and property managers prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act,
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Traditional Larchlap Fencing Gets a Modern Update from Forest Garden
Forest Garden, the UK’s largest manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden products, has launched a new three-strong collection of Larchlap fencing. First created by Joseph Corbett & Son in the 1960s in Stourport, Worcestershire, this iconic design has stood the test of time and now proudly…
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Don't give up on EOT as an exit option because of capital gains tax
By Greg Vincent, Partner, Morr & Co LLP Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) have dipped in popularity since the government reduced the associated tax relief; but businesses shouldn’t be too hasty to rule it out as an option for their exit strategy. The change, effective from November 2025, has…
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GRACO LAUNCHES IN TEN MAMAS & PAPAS STORES AND ONLINE
Graco announces a major new retail milestone with the launch of its Eluma™ Nest Bedside Crib into ten Mamas & Papas stores nationwide, as well as via the Mamas & Papas online platform, marking the first time Graco has partnered with the retailer on a multi‑store rollout for a new product. The…
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Last Mile hits 1 million connections as multi-utility pipeline grows
Last Mile hits 1 million connections as multi-utility pipeline grows Glasgow, UK, 20 April 2026: Last Mile, a leading multi-utility infrastructure provider, today announces it has reached 1 million utility connections; a landmark milestone that signals the company’s sustained growth, resilience
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Why most commercial buildings struggle to improve EPC ratings, and what can help
Improving commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings is becoming a strategic priority for organisations managing property portfolios and compliance risk. With proposed changes to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards and increasing scrutiny of non‑domestic building performance, many…
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Primal Scream, Craig David, Editors, The K’s and The Flaming Lips Announced For Splendour
Primal Scream, Craig David Presents TS5, Editors, The K’s and The Flaming Lips join headliners The Wombats and Snow Patrol for Splendour 2026. Hard Life, The Lathums, Estelle, Cast, Neville Staple from The Specials, Kingfishr, The Futureheads, The Pigeon Detectives, The Sugarhill Gang, Say She…
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World’s Oldest Topiary Garden Searches For Its 12th Custodian
- Who will take up one of the world’s most prestigious gardening jobs? The boots of only the 11th head gardener to have tended and curated a topiary garden that is now 332 years old, need to be filled this year, as the current incumbent hangs up his clippers and topiary shears after…
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How to transform your garden into the perfect at-home holiday escape
As staycations continue to grow in 2026, more Brits are treating their gardens as mini holiday escapes. From leisurely breakfasts in the sun to long summer evenings with friends and family, the garden is becoming the heart of home relaxation. With thoughtful styling, trend-led planting and…
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The rye way to do strawberries & cream 🍓
Wimbledon is almost here — and with it, the nation's annual obsession with strawberries and cream. This strawberry season, why not mix it up a little and try Biona's Strawberries & Cream Rye Bread Toast. This five-minute recipe delivers everything you love about the Wimbledon ritual — ripe…
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£50,000 renovation for flagship Cotswold Cottage
Cotswold Cottages, picturesque holiday accommodation in the heart of Gloucestershire’s Bourton-on-the-Water, has unveiled a major refurbishment of its largest property, Stepping Stones. The spacious three-bedroom cottage – which has appeared on the likes of Kourtney Kardashian’s Instagram…
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East Midlands mobility scooter users face highest road risk in Britain
Mobility scooter users in the East Midlands face the highest risk of road casualties anywhere in Britain, according to new analysis of Department for Transport data. The latest figures, released by insurance intermediary Surewise as part of its Safer Mobility campaign, show the region has the…
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Yorkshire among Britain’s mobility scooter collision hotspots
Yorkshire and the Humber has emerged as one of Britain’s key hotspots for mobility scooter road collisions, according to new analysis of Department for Transport data. The figures show the region has the second-highest casualty rate relative to its population in the UK, placing it among the most…
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DfT Consultation: Reviewing the law for powered mobility devices
The Surewise view on the government's consultation: Reviewing the law for powered mobility devices: Richard Hannan, director at Surewise, said: "As an insurance intermediary specialising in powered mobility devices, our primary concern is safety – and as the key central safety issue for us is
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Number of people killed and injured in mobility scooter crashes remains ‘worryingly high’, say experts
The number of people killed and injured in mobility scooter collisions on Britain's roads remains concerningly high, experts say, warning that this vulnerable group continues to be overlooked. The latest Department for Transport (DfT) road casualty data shows 12 people were killed and 323 people…
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‘I thought I was paralysed’: Teenage mobility scooter user speaks out as South East sees more road casualties than any other region
A teenage mobility scooter user from Kent has spoken out about the impact of a collision with a car as the latest figures reveal the South East saw more road casualties involving mobility scooter users in 2024 than any other region. Josh Howell, 18, from Swanscombe, was involved in a collision with…
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Outdoor space is your most underutilised revenue stream – are you treating it that way?
As summer approaches and operators look to maximise every square metre of their venue, one area continues to be overlooked – not due to lack of potential, but lack of strategic investment: the outdoor space. The irony? The Great British public actively seeks it out. From bustling beer gardens…
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YORKSHIRE HOME TO UK’S BEST CAMPSITE AS PITCHUP.COM REVEALS 2025 GOLD AWARD WINNERS
YORKSHIRE HOME TO UK’S BEST CAMPSITE AS PITCHUP.COM REVEALS 2025 GOLD AWARD WINNERS (Pitchup.com) Wednesday 8th April: Pitchup.com, the UK’s largest search and booking platform for outdoor accommodation, has revealed its 2025 Gold Awards, celebrating the very best campsites, glamping stays…
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Weston Park raises nearly £8,000 to boost air ambulance
A stately home on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border has raised nearly £8,000 for the Midlands Air Ambulance. Weston Park raised £7,885 for the air ambulance charity throughout 2025 after nominating it as its charity of the year. The stately home – which for the last two years has been home to…
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Black Country Chamber delivers “real results” for Walsall start-ups
A business support programme designed to help people start and grow a business is delivering "real results" for the Walsall area. Walsall Council says the Start Up Programme, delivered by the Black Country Chamber of Commerce, has helped entrepreneurs flourish and contribute to local…
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Slimmer, Sleeker Metro Tiles Offer a Fresh Take on a Timeless Favourite
Metro tiles are taking on a sleeker, more sophisticated identity for 2026, with long, elegant formats bringing a fresh new look to this enduring classic. That’s according to independent tile retailer Porcelain Superstore who have just launched two new takes on the trend. Introducing Atelier and…
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These C-shaped grubs could be ruining your potted plants – here’s how to tackle vine weevil larvae
As the spring sunshine warms the soil, gardeners across the UK are getting back outdoors and tending to their plants. But they’re not the only ones becoming more active. Hidden beneath the surface, vine weevil larvae may already be at work – quietly feeding on plant roots and leaving devastation…
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Lord Stirrup Appointed President of Charity PTSD Resolution
Marshal of the Royal Air Force Lord Stirrup has accepted the position of President of PTSD Resolution, the mental health charity for armed forces veterans, reservists and family members. Lord Arbuthnot, who has led the charity as President since 2023, moves to the role of Vice-President. PTSD…
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Bridgnorth Aluminium launches £15,000 community fund
Charities and community organisations tackling rural isolation across Shropshire are to share a £15,000 grant fund launched by the UK's last surviving aluminium rolling mill. The Bridgnorth Aluminium Community Fund will award grants of up to £5,000 to voluntary and community organisations…
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Support the birds naturally this summer with a wildlife friendly garden
Following recent guidance from the RSPB advising a pause on feeding seeds and peanuts from May, many bird lovers may be wondering how best to support their feathered visitors over the summer months. The good news is there’s still plenty you can do-and it’s simpler (and more rewarding) than…
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Don’t Let Aphids Destroy the Garden This Spring: Easy, Eco-Friendly Ways to Keep Plants Thriving
Spring has sprung, gardens are bursting into life and unfortunately, so are the aphids. These tiny sap-suckers – often known as greenfly or blackfly – may be small, but left unchecked, they can quickly turn a flourishing garden into a sticky, distorted mess. The good news is you don’t need…
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The secret to a thriving spring garden, according to the experts
With longer days and milder temperatures, many gardeners are already back outside getting their spaces in shape for the season ahead. But after months of cold, wet weather, gardens can still be feeling the effects of winter. Lawns may be patchy, plants slow to establish and soil conditions less…
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Spring Foraging in Britain’s Woodlands
As spring blooms into life across the UK, the woodlands begin to offer one of nature’s most exciting seasonal larders. From the unmistakable scent of wild garlic to the tender green tips of nettles and the first edible flowers of the year, spring is a time when woodland walks can reveal an…
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Valpak by Reconomy launches global EPR platform
Valpak by Reconomy is bringing industry-leading tools to the global market, with the launch of its Global Data Insights Platform. The platform provides rapid analysis of large data volumes, helping brands and retailers to manage packaging obligations, recyclability and EPR costs across multiple…
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Double triumph for TV Edwards at national conveyancing awards
13 April 2026, London: London-based law firm, TV Edwards, wins Boutique Residential Property Team of the Year, and Conveyancing Firm of the Year (South) at the national British Conveyancing Awards. The success marks a super start to spring for the firm, which has offices in Whitechapel and…
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Bath named world’s best city for green space and nature
Bath has been named the world’s best city for green space and nature in a new global ranking by Time Out and Intrepid Travel, based on a global survey of 24,000 city residents. The city topped an international list ahead of Chicago, Montreal, Riga and Melbourne, with a separate UK ranking also…
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From Sea to Sky: Beach House Art Embraces 2026’s Cool Blue Mood
As Pinterest names Cool Blue as one of its standout colour trends for 2026, coastal-inspired art studio Beach House Art is helping homeowners embrace the shade with its range of blue hued art. From soft sea tones to fresher sky-inspired shades, Beach House Art’s wall art offers an easy way to…
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ASG Expands Partnership with Ashdown Phillips Across Ashby Capital Portfolio
Assist Security Group (ASG) has expanded its partnership with Ashdown Phillips, one of the UK's leading independent property management companies, to provide physical security across four properties within the Ashby Capital portfolio. The four sites are The JJ Mack Building, The Avenue, The…
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Thorndown Sales Analysis Shows Growing Demand for Earthy, Nature-Led Paint Tones
The natural world is continuing to influence design choices, both inside and out of the home, according to new data from eco paint brand Thorndown. Analysis of sales of their 2.5-litre tins of exterior wood and interior wall paint from January 2025 through to December 2025 shows nature-inspired…
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RKW expands Swan Solace collection with new coordinated storage additions
RKW is expanding its SDA and housewares offering with new storage additions to the Swan Solace collection, further strengthening its position as a coordinated kitchen range. Building on the success of the well-received Solace breakfast set, the latest additions respond to continued demand for…
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Handmade Elegance for Spring from The Faux Flower Company
Luxury artificial flower brand, The Faux Flower Company, has launched two new spring-inspired arrangements. Made up of luxury artificial flowers, each of which are handmade so no two are ever the same, the new bouquets bring together stunning florals, luscious greenery and a sense of renewal that…
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Southwick Community Centre set for major refurbishment
Visitors to historic Southwick Community Centre will benefit from an improved facility once heritage specialist Pilbeam Construction completes a crucial revamp in early May this year. New windows and damp proofing, combined with internal and external refurbishment will transform the important…
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Last Mile secures major multi-utility contract for landmark 6500 home airfield redevelopment
Glasgow, UK, 08 April, 2026: Last Mile will help bring 6,500 new homes, five schools, and a range of commercial premises to the Waterbeach redevelopment in Cambridgeshire. UKPS, now Last Mile, was appointed by Urban & Civic Plc to design, build, and manage utility services at Waterbeach. This…
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Game On! TVC Transforms Arena Sports Bar at Holiday Park
Bolton, UK – 7th April 2026 – TVC Technology Solutions has completed a comprehensive audiovisual installation for Waterside Holiday Group at the Arena Sports Bar within its Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park. The project highlights how a carefully designed AV environment can transform leisure venues…
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TOG24 Men’s Activewear is Built for Life Outdoors
Yorkshire outdoor clothing brand TOG24 is championing comfort, performance and everyday versatility with its latest men’s activewear pieces. Designed for everything from early morning runs and canal-side cycles to relaxed weekend walks, the new collection blends technical fabrics with effortless…
