London leads the way, but Manchester and Edinburgh aren’t far behind Experts offer insight into how offices can be more accommodating to a vegan diet Source: SecretLondon Veganuary is here, and for office vegans across the UK, finding plant-based eateries in the workplace can be a struggle. A recent study by leading office furniture specialist, Furniture At Work, has revealed the top cities to survive Veganuary – perfect for those navigating lunchtimes and snack dilemmas. The study ranks cities based on the number of vegan restaurants within the area, showing office workers where to find the most plant-based options near…
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It seems that health is top of the agenda for Londoners this year. According to a new survey conducted by wetland restoration charity WWT, which has a reserve in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames, three-quarters of Londoners say they want to improve their health and wellbeing in 2025. Sticking to that resolution will be easier said than done for most, however, with seven in ten admitting they’ll need some way to record their progress to keep on track. For most, walking more will play an important role in improving their health and wellbeing in the year-ahead. A third…
George at Asda has announced the launch of an exclusive, high-performance, sportswear brand Gym Locker, after a successful trial in 2024. Described as an affordable answer to high quality, contemporary athleisure for both men and women and available in sizes XS and XXL, the collection comprises of cream, mauve, and muted grey timeless pieces that are designed to be worn both in and outside of the gym. Starting from just £7, the range includes everything from accessories, comfort fit tops, oversized hoodies, and includes four styles of sculpted leggings, each designed to support every activity with exceptional durability, flexibility and…
Inspired by the real life and works of Charles Bukowski, a dramatic compilation of six short plays spanning 1950s-1970s USA Directed by Anya Viller Riverside Studios, 8 Feb – 9 March 2025 PRESS NIGHT: Wednesday 12th February, 7:45pm “Theatre done brilliantly” London Theatre 1 (on Life With A Little “L”) Inspired by the works and life of post-war American poet and novelist Charles Bukowski, Ordinary Madness digs into the depravity of urban life and American society in the 1950s-1970s. Drawing from Bukowski’s focus on working-class life and telling the stories of the “insignificant people”, through six interconnected short stories, Art Theatre London explore themes of superficial society,…
Top January Gardening Tips * Hamid Ali, Landscape Gardener and Horticulture Expert, Airtasker What are the most important garden jobs to get done in January? In January, gardening in the UK is often quieter due to the cold weather, but there are still a few key tasks to help keep your garden in good shape and prepare for spring. This time is crucial in order to uplift the garden health to tremendous growth and here are the most important jobs: Pruning: Fruit trees: Winter is a good time to prune fruit trees like apple and pear trees, particularly those that need…
NEW TACO BEEF AND FOOTLONG NACHOS JOIN THE MENU AT SUBWAY® LET THE GOOD TIMES CRUNCH WITH NEW MEXICANA-INSPIRED OPTIONS, AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE FROM WEDNESDAY 8th JANUARY Subway® has revealed a range of new Subs and sides to kick off the new year The new Mexicana Beef Crunch Sub features new Taco Beef, American-style cheese, DORITOS® for added crunch and optional guacamole Footlong Nachos, including Taco Beef loaded Footlong Nachos, featuring crunchy DORITOS ® are also new to the menu Value options include new Taco Beef Saver Sub and a new Triple Cheese Toastie To mark the beginning of Subway’s year…
The Whiteley, Queensway, London This newly designed three-bedroom duplex is located in the exclusive Whiteley development in Bayswater, London, a former department store dating back to 1911. Residents of The Whiteley enjoy unrivalled access to the renowned Six Senses Hotel and Spa, boasting treatment and consultation rooms, a 65-foot indoor swimming pool, an Alchemy bar and a 3,500 sq ft fitness suite which also offers Padel tennis. Price: £15, 250, 000 Credit: United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Mansion House, Cowley Street, Westminster, London Featuring bespoke leisure amenities including a spa with its own gym, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, patio garden and a 10-metre swimming pool,…
FORTE strengthens its position in the UK following successful partnership with John Lewis Forte – one of the largest European manufacturers of self-assembly furniture – is looking forward to growing the brand in the UK in 2025 after the successful rollout of its EasyKlix™ ranges at selected John Lewis stores. The top Polish furniture manufacturer was founded 32 years ago and has built its esteemed reputation on a rich tradition of entrepreneurship as a family- owned company. Its extensive ranges include furniture for dining, living and children’s rooms, as well as bedrooms, offices and halls. Whole collections are available –…
1 in 5 residents stated they are concerned about the health and safety of the building they live in A new national survey has revealed London is the UK region most concerned about the safety and maintenance of local buildings with over two-thirds (69%) of London residents expressing concern. Alarmingly, 1 in 5 London residents stated they feel concerned about the health and safety of the building they live in. Concerns included issues such as mould, poor ventilation and structural issues, highlighting the government’s need to prioritise residential building safety in the area. The 2024 Building Safety Report, conducted by…
Birmingham tops the list with the highest rate of unemployment benefits claims per 100,000 people, at 10,749.64. Newham and Bradford rank second and third, respectively. The Isles of Scilly had the lowest rate of unemployment benefits claims, at 1,094.09 per 100,000 people. A new study has revealed the UK areas claiming the most unemployment benefits, with Birmingham taking the top spot. Financial website Afforda analysed data from the Office for National Statistics to find the total number of unemployment benefits claims per UK local authority in October 2024. This figure was weighed against the working age population (between 16 and…