Damp Britain: 6 expert tips to keep your home mould free, as record-breaking rain sees the problem rise by a quarter A new survey has revealed that a quarter of residents in Britain are struggling with the effects of mould in their homes, after one of the wettest years on record for the UK. According to new data from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 24 per cent of people living in Britain admit to seeing higher levels of mould than in previous years. Interestingly, the problem seems worse among younger households, with 33 per cent of 18-34s admitting to…
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BRITS LEFT BAFFLED BY THE ETIQUETTE OF BRAGGING 1 in 5 (20%) Brits are unsure about the right way to brag Nearly half (45%) of people believe that the UK struggles more than any other nation to talk about successes Emilia Fox shows Brits how to navigate the nuances of the humblebrag New research confirms that Brits are not the best when it comes to bragging, with one in five (20%) admitting they are unsure about the right way to show off their achievements. A study of 2,000 adults, commissioned by Hive, found that over half of Brits (52%) feel…
Plans for the education sector are already at risk as almost half of teachers reveal their plans to leave the profession. That’s according to specialist education staffing firm, The Supply Register. In a recent survey, the firm found that 48% of teachers say they plan to leave the profession entirely, with a third (32%) set to do so within the next three years. This puts the Labour Government’s plans to recruit 6,500 new teachers at risk, with the gap between supply and demand growing quicker than it can be filled. According to the survey of over 860 teachers, professionals themselves…
Photography competition in its second year after successful inaugural event Free-to-enter photographic contest with £10,000 in prizes 14 diverse categories from action to wildlife: including ‘People’s Choice’ (publicly voted) and new ‘Emerging Talent’ category open to photography students Entry online or in-store across 26 UK locations UK independent retail group London Camera Exchange (LCE) is inviting entries for LCE Photographer of the Year 2025, following the success of the inaugural 2024 contest, which attracted more than 13,000 entries. This year’s competition incorporates 14 different categories and is open to photographers of all levels of experience*. New for 2025 is the…
Children’s education charity, The Ufton Court Educational Trust, is set to expand its alternative learning programme – The Nest, with a second on-site provision. Set within the grounds of Ufton Court, the dedicated building is designed to provide even more support to a larger pool of children who are experiencing challenges in their lives and the classroom. The Nest focuses in helping children and young people who face difficulties at school with friendships and managing their emotions in a formal school setting. The aim is to provide positive experiences that boost self-esteem, self-awareness and the tools to build the foundations…
The Tech Trailblazers Awards, the first independent and dedicated awards program for B2B information technology startups, has revealed its shortlist of the most innovative entrants and concepts in enterprise technology. Now in its thirteenth year, and covering 17 categories, the awards continue to focus around the ethos of finding innovation from anywhere in the world, from the smallest startups to more established players, highlighting both up-and-coming and established talent from all regions. The awards also celebrate individual success and contribution of women and men in the enterprise tech space in its CxO categories. In addition to the esteemed judging panel…
Interact, the multi-award-winning UK-based contact centre outsourcer, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest contact centre in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, further expanding its global footprint. Founded in 2011, Interact has grown year-on-year, becoming one of the UK’s leading independent, employee-owned contact centre outsourcers. The company partners with some of the world’s leading brands to deliver exceptional customer service, sales, and retention solutions across voice and digital channels. Interact’s South Africa site adds an additional 250 seats to its existing UK contact centre capacity in Richmond Upon Thames, Wigan, alongside a robust homeworking team. Interact South Africa…
Edinburgh’s favorite brunch destination, Tani Modi, is thrilled to announce the launch of its much-anticipated dinner service. Known for its vibrant brunch and lunch offerings, Tani Modi will now open its doors every Thursday to Sunday evening, inviting guests to enjoy a curated dinner experience led by award-winning Chef Tunde Abifarin and his talented team. The dinner menu is a collaborative creation from the Tani Modi team, inspired by the same warmth, authenticity, and sense of community that diners have come to love. Chef Tunde Abifarin—widely celebrated for his innovative pan-African flavors and named Be Inclusive Hospitality’s Chef of the…
Knowledge and experience of coding and digital skills have a positive impact on students’ interest in entrepreneurship, finds research from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School. Computer science, digital, and entrepreneurship departments in higher education should collaborate to design courses that bridge the gap between technology and entrepreneurship. Giuliano Sansone, Assistant Professor in Management from UCD Smurfit School, alongside colleagues from POLIMI Graduate School of Management and Politecnico di Torino, investigated the influence of coding and digital skills on students’ entrepreneurial intentions and entrepreneurship. From a survey of more than 2600 university students, the researchers found that coding and digital…
Judges reward Aqueous Digital director with gold in Business Woman of the Year category WHAT makes somebody an innovator in their field is often the subject of intense debate. However, judges for this year’s National Business Women’s Awards agreed that Emma Guy is one. The Chief Commercial Officer at Aqueous Digital, she took gold in the ‘Business Woman of the Year – Small (£1m to £10m turnover)’ category at a lavish ceremony in London on Friday. “It was a privilege to stand next to so many remarkable business women who act as role models every day,” said Emma, who lives…