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TIMBER INDUSTRY TO SPEARHEAD IMPLEMENTATION OF KEY GOVERNMENT POLICY
Working in partnership, the Structural Timber Association (STA), Timber Development UK (TDUK) and the Confederation of Forest Industries (Confor) have been appointed joint Secretariat of the Government’s Timber in Construction (TiC) Policy Roadmap working group, in a bid to expedite delivery of
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MARTinhal - How local art adds heart to Martinhal Hotels & Resorts
Visitors to any Martinhal property will see how important supporting local artists is to the company’s ethos: every Martinhal hotel features carefully curated artwork that reflects the culture, heritage, and natural beauty of its surrounding region. Nowhere is this more evident than at Martinhal…
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Mayo Wynne Baxter announces promotions
Sussex law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter has announced four promotions effective 1 May 2024. The firm has promoted Paul Rooke to partner. Paul has a broad range of expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, with a particular specialism in contentious property matters, including landlord and tenant…
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New KitLock by Codelocks delivers simple, short-term access control for public storage facilities
Codelocks has introduced public functionality to its KL10 KitLock by Codelocks. The mechanical lock now provides multiple users with keyless access to shared storage at public facilities like gyms, sports centers, spas, retail stores, offices and shared workspaces. The KL10, a durable and compact…
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Witt Brings 100 Years of Varimixer Innovation and Reliability to the UK with the TEDDY Mixer
Introducing the Witt Varimixer TEDDY, the ultimate whisper-quiet small-batch mixer for professionals 18th April 2024: Introducing the Witt Varimixer TEDDY, a robust 5-litre mixer redefining small-batch cooking. A robust, professional 5-litre mixer designed for small daily tasks in bakeries…
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New high-tech app to streamline woodland surveys for landowners
A newly launched high-tech online application is set to transform the way landowners, managers and ecologists across the UK carry out woodland surveys. The new Woodland Condition Assessment (WCA) App has been developed jointly by the Field Studies Council, Forestry Commission and Sylva Foundation as…
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“You care.” Jungheinrich cuts cost, space, time and risk for JJ Foodservice
· JJ Foodservice, the national food distribution specialist has 12 sites operating 100+ trucks of various types · The company wanted to improve the efficiency and carbon efficiency of its fleet · Jungheinrich’s solution halved the number of batteries
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Top tips to create a colourful outdoor oasis this summer
Knowing where to get started when preparing the summer garden can feel overwhelming. With many choices of pots, plants, and accessories to choose from, it’s difficult to know where to begin. But everyone can easily create a thriving and bright garden, no matter how big or small their outdoor space…
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Earth Day 2024: Explore Slovenia's Greenest Getaways
Monday 22nd April signifies Earth Day 2024, an initiative that first began more than 50 years ago in 1970, and serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation, encouraging everyone to come together and take action in order to create a healthier planet and secure a brighter
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SUEZ to Pilot Salinity Solutions' Low Energy Reuse Technology in France
Tuesday, April 16th 2024, SUEZ, a global leader in environmental services, and Salinity Solutions, an engineering technology company based in Birmingham (UK), have signed an agreement to pilot an innovative reverse osmosis system at a fully operational wastewater treatment plant in France. …
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Leonardslee Triumphs at RHS Competitions and Announces Spring Rhododendron Walks
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, the Grade I Listed woodland gardens renowned for its spring floral displays, has achieved new horticultural success at the 2024 RHS Early Rhododendron, Main Camellia and Spring Ornamental Competitions held at RHS Garden, Wisley. The gardening team, led by Head Gardener…
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Top tips for mastering topiary, straight from Henchman’s Topiary Awards judges!
Topiary has long been a hallmark of historical English gardens, adorning the grand grounds of country homes and heritage estates with a touch of quintessential yet showstopping charm for centuries. Nowadays, though, it is a trend any gardener can try out, offering year-round interest, structure and…
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Cascais on Foot: Go Green with Three Breathtaking Walking Routes
Having recently been awarded the Green Destinations Platinum Award, Cascais in Portugal is taking valuable steps to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability. Located 30 minutes from Lisbon and known as the ‘Charm of the Atlantic Coast’, Cascais is home to a number of beaches, a historic old…
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Introducing Tavo: Pet Protection Reimagined
Tavo is entering the pet travel market with the first premium pet protection system. Side impact and crash-test-certified to the latest United Nations ECE child restraint standard, the Tavo Maeve™ Pet Protection System includes a luxury carrier that is secured into the car by a simple five second…
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Bonhams Auction House Appoints ASG for Security Guarding
Assist Security Group (ASG), a supplier of bespoke security to premium brands, has been appointed by Bonhams to provide onsite guarding services for its flagship London salerooms in New Bond Street and Knightsbridge. This follows security deployments in Amsterdam, Dublin and Vienna for the…
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Bow-WOW factor for National Pet Month! SCHLOSS Roxburghe’s Yappetizing retreat with doggy dinners and lots of pup perks
April is National Pet Month, and with 13.5million pet dogs* in the UK - that’s at least 36% of all households - what better way to treat your four-legged family members than with a 5-star, dog-friendly stay at SCHLOSS Roxburghe? A beautiful historic manor house set in the elegant countryside of…
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Take the Plunge: A First-Timer’s Guide to Swimming the Scenic Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland
Travellers looking to dive into wild swimming for the first time should head to the banks of the beautiful Rhine this summer for the famous Basel Rhine Swim. There are plenty of reasons why Basel is the ideal swim destination for those dipping a toe into the world of outdoor swimming - here are just…
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SCHLOSS Roxburghe in the Scottish Borders unveils new state-of-the-art driving range and golfing amenities
SCHLOSS Roxburghe, a beautiful 5* historic manor house set in the elegant countryside of the Scottish Borders, has expanded its golf offering to include a new eight-bay Toptracer driving range and a state-of-the-art Golf Academy swing studio with Trackman technology. The new driving range, which…
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EXPERIENCE THE HEART OF BASILICATA’S LOCAL ITALIAN CUISINE WITH HOTEL SANTAVENERE’S NEW ‘DINE AROUND’ PACKAGE
The new ‘Dine Around’ package invites guests to embark on a culinary journey that blends the past and present of Basilicata’s food and wine culture Nestled in the town of Maratea in Italy, Hotel Santavenere sits on the doorstep of a number of local restaurants which contribute to the
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Leonardslee Lates Return for 2024
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in Horsham in West Sussex has announced the return of Leonardslee Lates for the 2024 season. Following a sell-out first year, the estate will once again open its doors for late-night festivities on two weekends: 3-5 May and 24-26 May 2024. Visitors will have the…
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Enjoy a stress-free summer getaway with elho’s self-watering innovations!
Many green-fingered folk will know all too well the worry that comes with leaving behind your precious plants for a summer holiday, will they survive a couple of weeks without water, or will you return to less than healthy houseplants. Sometimes, life can also get in the way, and finding time to…
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Strategies for reducing work-related stress
April marks the UK's 32nd Stress Awareness Month the theme of which is ‘Little by Little’ which has been devised to encourage people to understand how little and consistent effort can help with stress. Current estimates suggest 51% of long-term sick leave in the UK is attributed to…
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Government Cyber Breaches Survey - Tom Henson Response
Tom Henson, Managing Director at Emerge Digital, a leading technology and digital innovation business and Managed Services Provider (MSP) based in the UK. “The Cyber Breaches Survey raises some interesting questions about the investment and understanding of cybersecurity from UK businesses.
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Levens Hall and Gardens Creates ‘Topiary Message in a Bottle’ Relay
Cumbrian garden, Levens Hall and Gardens, is celebrating its fourth global celebration of topiary – World Topiary Day – with a very special international ‘relay’. The historic Elizabethan property, which is home to the world’s oldest topiary garden, founded in 1694, has created a…
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Grant Associates on winning international competition design team for Anatolia College, Greece
andscape architects Grant Associates have been appointed alongside lead architects Bennetts Associates to reimagine the campus of Anatolia College in Thessaloniki. Established in 1886, Anatolia College is celebrated as one of Greece’s most distinguished educational establishments. The private…
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Hat-trick of award recognition for Leeds accessibility start-up
Leeds-based startup IMAGINaiTION has been named a winner in the prestigious 42 Under 42 accolade in Insider Media Yorkshire’s awards, and a finalist in two categories of the North East, Yorkshire & the Humber final of the StartUp Awards. IMAGINaiTION’s founder, Jason Crispin features on…
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Novichok for bees: the impact of neonicotinoids on UK wildlife
Dr. Emily Lambert and Dr Ana Attlee, conservation scientists and founders of expert wildflower company, Seedball, is collaborating with The Wildlife Trusts to increase awareness about the harmful impacts of neonicotinoids on wildlife, especially bee populations. For the fourth year running, the…
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Lemongrass appointed by four new European travel clients as B Corp travel communications agency continues on expansion
27 March 2024: Lemongrass, the award-winning PR and content agency for travel brands and accredited B Corp, has been appointed by four new clients in March, further expanding its global portfolio of hotels, tourist boards, wellness retreats and tour operators. Dolce Vita Hotels Lemongrass…
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Town & Country’s unique and sustainable solutions for adding spring colour to the garden!
Spring has finally arrived and is beckoning gardeners back to the garden centre in search of new pots, flowers, and bulbs to breathe life and fresh colour into their outdoor spaces. But this year, why settle for the ordinary when you can elevate floral displays with Town & Country's innovative…
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Revolutionise your lawncare routine with Cobra’s new Fortis Cylinder Mower powered by EGO’s exceptional batteries!
The autumn and winter months have likely left lawns waterlogged, looking wilted and covered with brown, bare patches of turf. Cobra, a leading name in garden machinery, has joined forces with EGO Power+ to unveil the game-changing Fortis Cylinder Mower powered by EGO to help whip lawns into shape…
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Sussex law firm warns ‘secure your will’ after costly case
In light of a recent case that cost a family an extra £15,000, Sussex law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter is urging people to securely store their wills and keep them regularly updated to avoid significant complications and unnecessary expenditure for loved ones left behind. After an East Sussex woman’s…
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BCIS issues forecast for maintenance, cleaning and energy sector
Repair and maintenance output is expected to fall substantially in 2024, by 5.6% compared with 2023, according to the latest quarterly forecast for the facilities management sector from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). With output forecast to remain static in 2025, and then to slowly…
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Beyond the beaten path in Luxembourg: From accessible trails to discovering borderless Europe
With spring blooming and National Walking Month in May fast approaching, there is no better time than now to plan a hiking holiday to a new destination. Luxembourg, yet to be discovered by most travellers, offers the ideal location for hiking enthusiasts to explore its picturesque city and…
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DISCOVER MARATEA: THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION FOR ACTIVE TRAVELLERS
An unrivalled playground for exploration and discovery in Southern Italy From scenic hiking and cycling trails along the rugged coastline to kayaking in local caves and diving to discover underwater Roman archaeology sites, Maratea has it all Hotel Santavenere’s very own experience provider,
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BCIS issues five-year infrastructure forecast - costs set to climb 16% for civil engineering
Civil engineering costs will rise by 16% by the end of 2028, while civil engineering tender prices are expected to increase by 18% over the same period, according to the latest data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). The five year infrastructure forecast from BCIS also revealed new…
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Bolton Wanderers’ Charity Networks at TVD’s New Experience Centre
TVD Group has proudly hosted its first AV Experience Centre networking event, opening with local charity Bolton Wanderers in the Community Bolton, UK – TVD Group, a leading provider of state-of-the-art audio-visual solutions, is thrilled to announce the successful hosting of an exclusive
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GAI appoints Codelocks expert as Vice Chair of its North Central Community Hub
For over 30 years, Codelocks has been at the forefront of access control solutions, with a broad portfolio of products for doors and cabinets. One of the main reasons for the company’s success has been its focus on investing in its people, who in turn share their knowledge and expertise with their…
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Moulton College appoints new Principal and CEO
Moulton College has appointed a new Principal and CEO. Oliver Symons will join the Northamptonshire-based college in July, succeeding Corrie Harris who is joining Loughborough College. Oliver, who is currently Deputy Principal at Wiltshire College & University Centre, has a wealth of experience in…
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Jo goes back to environmental roots with Field Studies Council role
An experienced manager has returned to her “first love” by taking the reins at an environmental education centre in London. Jo Vere worked in the NHS for 15 years but has now taken over as manager at the Field Studies Council’s Epping Forest and London day centres, which together welcome more…
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Crossland Employment Solicitors appoints new Managing Director as it takes next step as an Employee Ownership Trust
27 March 2024, UK: Crossland Employment Solicitors is taking its next step as an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and has appointed Director, Barry Ross, as its new Managing Director. Beverley Sunderland, the previous MD, will continue as a Partner allowing her to increase her availability and focus…
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Oxfordshire: Crossland Employment Solicitors appoints new Managing Director as it takes next step as an Employee Ownership Trust
27 March 2024, Oxfordshire: Abingdon-based Crossland Employment Solicitors is taking its next step as an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and has appointed Director, Barry Ross, as its new Managing Director. Beverley Sunderland, the previous MD, will continue as a Partner allowing her to increase…
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Crossland Employment Solicitors appoints new Managing Director as it takes next step as an Employee Ownership Trust
27 March 2024, UK: Crossland Employment Solicitors is taking its next step as an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and has appointed Director, Barry Ross, as its new Managing Director. Beverley Sunderland, the previous MD, will continue as a Partner allowing her to increase her availability and…
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Emerge Digital wins contracts worth £200k as South West businesses invest in improving their IT
Emerge Digital wins contracts worth £200k as South West businesses invest in improving their IT 27th March 2024, Cheltenham, UK: Cheltenham based technology and digital innovation provider, Emerge Digital has today announced a bumper round of new partnerships in the region as companies in
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THE BIG BRAIN TUMOUR TREK FOR BRAINSTRUST
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beth Phelps will join in the "Follow the Seagulls" charity walk in Dartmouth for the second year in a row, as a heartfelt tribute to her mother Ruth and a commitment to helping those facing brain tumours. The gesture demonstrates her strong personal connection to the cause and…
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Designer Looks for Less with Sekonda Watches SS24
The new ‘Margot’ range brings a timeless classic to the collectionGet Luxury looks for less with the stunning new additions to the iconic 'Monica' rangeThe new men’s Circuit Chronograph elegantly combines performance and excellence in an affordable timepiece 26 March 2024: Looking for an easy
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UK Radiators Launch Kitchen Radiator Collection
UK Radiators have unveiled their collection of Alpha radiators, designed especially with kitchens in mind. Vertical and slimline, the Alpha collection balances form and function – exuding style while delivering on the heating front. Rob Nezard, Managing Director of UK Radiators, said: “The…
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Product Overview: Cloggies
The Cloggies® slip-on slip-off footwear range from Town & Country is a must-have addition to any woman's shoe collection this year, especially as we approach the warmer months when we spend more time popping in and out of the garden. This affordable range is perfect for those quick gardening…
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Progressive Fleets Must Make Insurance-worthiness Their Goal
Specialist fleet insurance broker, McCarron Coates, says insurance inflation, increased vehicle theft rates and a new motoring offence are three factors combining to make a fleet operation’s insurance-worthiness just as important a focus for professional fleet managers as their vehicles’
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Honest Communications unveils new influencer marketing platform
Home and garden specialist agency, Honest Communications, has launched a new influencer marketing platform designed to bring brands and influencers together. The aptly named Honest Network provides a unique way of connecting brands with the very best content creators in the industry, uniting…
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Cumbrian Garden Provides Canvas for ‘Tree Therapy’
When Levens Hall and Gardens, near Kendal in the southern Lake District, open its doors again on Wednesday March 27, the Elizabethan property and its stunning 10-acre gardens, including the world’s oldest topiary garden, will become a canvas for a season-long art exhibition inspired by trees. The…
