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Discover Porcelain Superstore's Dolce Vita Tile Collection
Independent tile retailer Porcelain Superstore is encouraging homeowners to indulge in the sweet life with the launch of a new wall tile collection. Introducing Dolce Vita. Available in six punchy colours, Dolce Vita is packed with Italian charm and rustic allure. Its shimmering, glazed finish will…
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Retail Crime Wave Demands Enhanced Security Response
The latest figures from a Sky News and Association of Convenience Stores survey confirm an alarming surge in retail crime, with 80% of shopkeepers reporting criminal incidents within a single week in October. The study also shows that 94% of retailers believe shoplifting has worsened over the past…
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Hillier Nurseries Honoured with Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King
Hillier Nurseries Ltd, one of the UK’s leading horticultural businesses, is among the companies to have been granted a Royal Warrant by His Majesty King Charles III. This prestigious recognition cements the company's long-standing relationship with the Royal Household, marking another milestone in…
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Langley Castle Creates ‘Molly’s Favourite’ Menu & Accommodation Choices
A story that has made national headlines has resulted in a recent and hugely popular addition to the relaxed dining menu at Langley Castle, where there has been a post-publicity clamour for a certain dish and drinks combination, as featured on TV, radio and in print. Since Langley Castle suggested…
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Royal Warrant granted to Yorkshire woollen mill and textiles manufacturer
AW Hainsworth, a 241-year-old textile manufacturer and woollen mill based in West Yorkshire, has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM The King for the supply of its interior fabrics to the palaces. The first wave of Royal Warrant decisions were revealed in May, and AW Hainsworth’s…
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McCarron Coates Supports Eye-opening Mock Trial
Fleet transport insurance broker, McCarron Coates, is intending to get its clients, and others in the commercial motor world, on the front foot in January, as it goes into the New Year as the headline sponsor of a mock motoring trial, to be staged on January 23, 2025. The broker has put its…
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European Waterways Elevates Culinary Experiences with Exclusive Gourmet Dining Opportunities for 2025
From Château Luncheons with Nobility to Wine Tastings in Ancient Cellars, Culinary Delights Await Aboard Luxurious Hotel Barges 18 December 2024 – European Waterways, the leading luxury hotel barge cruising company, continues to delight guests with extraordinary culinary experiences that blend
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The Bathroom Trends That Will Soar in 2025
The days of cold, clinical bathrooms are over, according to the experts at bathroom specialists Roper Rhodes. As we head into a new year, homeowners investing in a bathroom renovation are looking to embrace colourful schemes that pay homage to the past while embracing new technologies. Zoe Jones…
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Beach House Art's Valentine's Gift Guide
Forget flowers, chocolate or ill-fitting underwear, if you want to impress your loved one this Valentine’s – beautifully crafted art is the way to their heart. Coastal-inspired creative studio Beach House Art, has compiled their ultimate gift guide designed to impress and inspire the loved one…
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Tourism PR Podcast Has Helped Thousands Poodle Around in 2024
PR and content agency, Catapult PR, is celebrating the success of its travel and tourism PR podcast, Poodling Around, by highlighting 12 of the episodes from 2024 that have made it such a hit with travel lovers and those wanting leisure, pet and retail inspiration too. The Poodling Around show has…
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Cheltenham-based Emerge Digital wins contracts worth £500k
As South West businesses seek to innovate operations 16th December 2024, Cheltenham, UK: Cheltenham based technology and digital innovation provider, Emerge Digital has today announced a round of new contracts worth half a million pounds, as companies in the South West seek to innovate and
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ASG Awarded New Security Contract for Sustainable Arbor Workspace
Property management company Ashdown Phillips has appointed Assist Security Group (ASG) for a further three years to provide security officers for the Arbor building located at 255 Blackfriars Road on London's South Bank. "We are delighted to continue to partner with Ashdown Phillips to secure the…
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Heidi's holiday hacks to save thousands off half term family ski trips
Andorra peaks as top choice for February half term ski holidays - up 212% on last year Save over £2,250 by swapping Avoriaz for Andorra Save over £2,000 by opting for self-catering Save £490 on lift passes for your family There's no doubt that fantastic snow and a February half-term ski
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‘Rent a Grid Manager’ service provides expert support to simplify and accelerate grid connections
Eclipse Power Solutions, the specialist Grid Consultancy within the Eclipse Power Group, has a dedicated service offering skilled expertise to support customers with their grid connection journey. Called ‘Rent a Grid Manager’, the consultancy service addresses critical pain points that can hold…
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Entrepreneurs Can Now Carry Their HR team in Their Pocket
What do business owners keep in their pockets? Keys? Phone? Handkerchief? What about their HR team? Probably not but that’s about to change. Established HR consultants Cream HR have created a new resource that enables owners of SME’s (there are 5.51 million in the UK)to have their HR…
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Reclaim Your Space and Make Money This Christmas
Declutter Your Home and Wallet Before the Festive Season with Webuybooks The festive season is a time for joy, but for many, the clutter that accumulates throughout the year – combined with the pressure of holiday preparations – can lead to unnecessary stress. Psychology Today reported that…
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Tender prices up by 0.8%, reports BCIS
Tender prices increased by an estimated average of 0.8% between 3Q2024 and 4Q2024, according to the latest data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). The increase resulted in 2.3% annual growth in the BCIS All-in Tender Price Index, down from a peak of 10.3% observed in 2Q2022. BCIS…
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Cosy Christmas at All Saints Church thanks to Pilbeam Construction
Visitors to All Saints Church in Lindfield, West Sussex, will have an even warmer welcome this festive season, thanks to state-of-the-art underfloor heating installed by Pilbeam Construction. The Sussex-based construction company, known for its expertise in historic buildings, has successfully…
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Gardner Leader rounds off year of growth with three new appointments
12th December 2024, Berkshire: Leading regional law firm, Gardner Leader, has announced the appointments of three new solicitors, bringing more than 60 years’ worth of collective experience to the firm. Joining Gardner Leader’s 200 strong team, the firm’s latest additions include James…
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Fleet Broking Specialist Shines With Silver
Specialist fleet transport insurance broker, McCarron Coates, has achieved double success at the prestigious Insurance Times Awards, scooping two silver awards. The broker competed against larger and more general commercial brokers in these awards, hoping the judges would appreciate its dedication…
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Graco Unveils The Turn2Me Grow i-Size R129: A Single Solution Car Seat from Birth To 7 Years
Graco, a trusted leader in child safety and innovation, expands its award-winning Turn2Me car seat range with Turn2Me Grow i-Size R129, ingeniously designed to evolve alongside your child from birth through approximately 7 years of age (from 40-125cm), as a standout choice for budget-conscious and
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Winter Whites: XV Stripes' Collection for a Serene Home
It might be renowned for its dazzling blue homewares, but interiors brand XV Stripes is putting its crisp white homewares into the spotlight as we enter a new year. The coastal-inspired brand has curated a collection of cool winter whites to bring a fresh new look for 2025. Izzey Hung, Founder of XV…
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Weatherproof Your Garden Fence: A Winter Essential
It has to contend with everything the Great British weather can throw at it, quite literally. So isn’t it time you showed your garden fence a little bit of love. According to the experts at Forest Garden, absolutely! Forest Garden, the UK’s largest manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden…
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BCIS industry panel reports tender prices up in Scotland
Building tender prices in Scotland rose by 0.6% in 4Q2024 compared with 3Q 2024, according to a panel of cost consultants involved in multiple construction tenders. The Scottish Tender Price Assessment Panel, which was established by the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) to help measure the…
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Dreaming of a White Christmas? Mitchell & Brown Brings Festive Cheer with White TV Range at Richer Sounds
Bolton, December 10th, 2024 — This Christmas, you can make your home a winter wonderland with a little help from Mitchell & Brown. The UK TV brand is delighted to announce that its stylish small-screen white-cabinet TVs are now available exclusively at Richer Sounds, just in time to add a dash of…
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“United and robust”: solid fuel and biomass industry comes together to collaborate under new not-for-profit Cleaner Safer Group
10th December 2024, UK: Local Authorities, industry leaders and key stakeholders across the biomass and other solid fuel industries unite under the newly launched Cleaner Safer Group (CSG), to discuss how they can work together to achieve a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment. Hosted…
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Fortifying love: Newhaven Fort to open its gates for unforgettable weddings
Couples are set to march down the aisle at one of Sussex’s most iconic heritage attractions as Newhaven Fort unveils a new range of wedding packages for 2025. The historic 19th century fort is currently undergoing a £7.5m restoration – and will soon be ready to host couples looking to tie the…
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BCIS reports rise in construction input costs in Scotland
Construction input costs in Scotland increased by an average of 4% in the year to 4Q 2024, according to a contractors’ panel established by the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). The BCIS Scottish Contractors Panel was formed to help monitor quarterly movement in costs, i.e. the prices…
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New Sales Manager for Glazerite UK Group
Leading trade fabricator Glazerite has appointed a new Area Sales Manager for the South West region. Industry stalwart Jason Scrivens joined Glazerite last month and brings over two decades of fenestration experience to the role. Based in Glazerite’s Bristol office, Jason will support the…
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Transform Your Venue with the Future of Karaoke: TVC Technology and Singa
Bolton, UK – December 5th, 2024 – One of the UK’s top AV installers, TVC Technology Solutions, is taking the karaoke world to the next level, offering high-tech, future-proof karaoke systems. From intimate private karaoke rooms to lively venues like pubs, bars, and holiday parks, TVC is…
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Creating nature’s own pest controllers: An exclusive look behind the scenes at Nemasys’ nematode production facility
When it comes to pest control in the garden, beneficial nematodes are the go-to product for an organic and biodiverse-friendly approach. Each year, more gardeners are realising the efficacy of these small-but-mighty “worms”, that target and destroy problematic pests to safeguard and protect…
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Vegan and Vegetarian Diets Soar Among Older Adults in Care Homes – Survey Reveals a 24% Rise in the Last Decade
A representative survey of 1,000 UK care homes shows a 24% rise over the past decade in vegan and vegetarian residents, with nearly one in three care homes (31.8%) now catering to at least one veg*n resident. The figures spotlight a growing trend among older adults and highlight the need for…
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Transform Your Home with Naturewall's Arborelle Wall Panels
Homeowners looking to elevate interior space need look no further than Naturewall's new premium wall panel range. The SlatWall specialists are channelling biophilic design in Arborelle, a new collection which brings authentic wood textures into the home. Available in two finishes – reeded and…
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Find Your Perfect Christmas Ornament at Black by Design
Homeowners in search of the final piece of their Christmas décor puzzle need look no further than Black by Design. The independent homeware retailer has a stunning range of Christmas ornaments from Italian design powerhouse Alessi. From quirky tree baubles to statement Nativity scenes, the…
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Beat The Streets Reveals First 30+ Acts For The Charity Fundraising Festival
The first 30+ acts for Nottingham’s Beat The Streets festival have been announced for the charity fundraiser taking place on Sunday 26 January 2025. The multi-venue event annually raises significant funds for Nottinghamshire homelessness charity Framework, with huge outpourings of support from the…
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2025 Wallpaper Trends: A Peek into the Future with Feathr
Artisan wallpaper design house Feathr has unveiled its top five interior design trends for 2025. Utilising the latest data from social media platforms, the Nordic brand has researched the interior design styles that are being searched and shared right now to pull together their predictions. Anne…
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J.J. Textile's Home Likes: A Fresh Take on Winter Warmth
J.J. Textile has launched a fresh new collection of wool throws and blankets that marks a new chapter for the artisan textile brand. Home Likes by J.J. Textile offers a more contemporary take on traditional textiles, while staying true to the luxury J.J. Textile is renowned for. In a move away from…
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Tiny Ensuite Trend Takes Off: Searches Surge
Interest in en suite bathrooms is soaring, according to new data from bathroom specialists Roper Rhodes. Using data from Pinterest, Roper Rhodes found searches for the term ‘tiny ensuite ideas’ have increased 30% over the last month. And for those considering updating a tired scheme, or even…
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Bathroom Bliss: Aydon Radiators Combine Style and Warmth
Homeowners looking to elevate their bathroom’s aesthetic appeal need look no further than UKRadiators.com’s Aydon range. Blending classic elegance with modern functionality, the 10-strong collection exudes timeless luxury while delivering effective heating solutions. Available in dual fuel…
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SECUTIX and DataDome Partner to Elevate Bot Protection for Ticketing
SECUTIX, a market leader in advanced digital solutions for the event industry, announces today the launch of a cutting-edge bot protection system tailored for the ticketing sector in partnership with DataDome. The SECUTIX Bot-Protect Pack, powered by DataDome, the leader in cyberfraud protection…
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Children thriving at Rottingdean school after essential upgrades by Pilbeam Construction
Youngsters at St Margaret’s CE Primary School in Rottingdean are enjoying two refurbished classrooms after Pilbeam Construction completed the essential project. The improvements, delivered in partnership with Evolution Architects over three months, have transformed the classrooms, offering…
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New Do Not Disturb electronic lock controls privacy and enhances user comfort
Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with a new Do Not Disturb (DND) range. The new CL5000 DND range prevents interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for user comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND range is particularly suitable for…
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Moulton College Floristry students put on a ‘blooming beautiful’ display
Moulton College students have been praised for their talents after creating striking floral displays for a prestigious event. The Association of Colleges (AoC) Annual Conference and Exhibition, which took place last month at the ICC in Birmingham, was attended by education leaders from all over…
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New Trauma Support Programme for Families of Armed Forces Veterans
Military Veterans mental health charity PTSD Resolution has announced the launch of FAITH (Family Assistance & Intervention for Trauma Healing), a pioneering programme supporting families affected by living with a traumatised armed forces Veteran. The initiative responds to growing evidence that…
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Graco Celebrates Quadruple Victory at the Mother & Baby Awards 2025
Leading Baby Gear Brand, Graco, Takes Home Four Prestigious M&B Awards Amidst Strong Competition. Graco is delighted to announce a sweep at the Mother & Baby Awards 2025, where it participated in four categories and was recognised in each, securing a full suite of honours. The prestigious awards…
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Opals, Gems, and Jurassic Discoveries: London Gem & Mineral Show Leaves Guests Awestruck
London, UK – 29th November 2024 This past weekend, the London Gem & Mineral Show dazzled audiences at Sandown Park Racecourse with a two-day celebration of geological marvels, scientific discovery, and international craftsmanship. On the 23rd and 24th November, a multitude of attendees experienced…
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Snuggle Up in Style: Rucomfy's Luxurious Jumbo Cord Range
Family run textile brand rucomfy is putting its range of Jumbo Cord soft furnishings in the spotlight as winter sets in. Available across bean bags and cushions, Jumbo Cord is a sumptuously soft yet hard wearing, machine washable fabric that is durable enough for any busy home. It is typified by its…
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Winter Garden Storage Solutions from Forest Garden
With winter in full swing, there’s not much happening in the garden. And Forest Garden, the UK’s leading manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden products, has some extensive storage options for those homeowners who want to down tools for winter. The collection includes the Shiplap Apex…
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Plant pot innovator elho achieves B Corp recertification
Elho is proud to announce that it has been successfully re-certified as a B Corp, with an impressive score of 104.5: a 28% increase from its certification 4 years ago. B Corp is a globally recognised certification for companies that are making a major positive impact on people, society and planet by…
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Unique Gifts, Handcrafted: Discover Habulous Ceramics
An independent pottery studio is helping people discover the joy of personalised presents. Habulous, an artisan ceramic studio based in Devon, has unveiled a range of bespoke products, where every piece tells a story. Handcrafted by the studio’s artists, the collection of mugs, oil pourers and…
