START UP LOANS-FUNDED SOLAR BUSINESS HELPING TO DRIVE FORWARD PROGRESS ON UK NET ZERO The Start Up Loans programme is committed to helping businesses ‘green up’ to meet Net Zero goals Small businesses like Two Blues Solar are crucial in implementing change from the ground up in the transition to Net Zero The business was co-founded by Dan Levene, 39, who spotted a gap in the market for a green energy solution before quitting his job to pursue his idea Since its inception, Start Up Loans has delivered nearly £10m of funding to unemployed or economically inactive business owners in…
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The Big Winter Woof on Sunday 1st December 2024 (11am-5pm) Join us for a Festive Celebration for You and Your Furry Friends! Celebrate the holiday season with The Big Winter Woof at The Yards! Back by popular demand after last year’s success with our partners from Chelsea Dog Day, we’re excited to invite dog lovers and their four-legged friends on Sunday 1st December, 11am ’til 5pm at The Yards. Join us for a day packed with festive fun, unique activities and tail-wagging fun. With activities for both dogs and humans, this event promises to bring together pet lovers and pups for…
Leading business bosses from across the City will do ‘time’ to raise funds for cancer support charity Maggie’s. The ‘Jail or Bail’ event, taking place next week, will see participants ‘locked up’ 50 Storeys high at 8 Bishopsgate for a range of ‘crimes’ including.” “Excessive use of emojis in LinkedIn posts” and “…an inability to avoid a karaoke mic despite having absolutely zero singing ability…” until they have raised enough money to be released. The ‘Jail or Bail’ event has been made possible with thanks to Maggie’s long-standing supporters Stanhope PLC. 8 Bishopsgate and Rhubarb Hospitality Collection have very kindly…
Over 180 guests cheered as a sell-out event at the internationally renowned Hard Rock Café in London’s Mayfair raised a record-breaking £32,000 in cash and a further £5,000 in product donations to help The Hygiene Bank charity play a major role alleviating hygiene poverty. The much-heralded annual fundraiser hosted by multi-award winning office and commercial cleaning company Cleanology has become such a huge success that it has now raised £115,000 in its first four years. Dominic Ponniah, event organiser and CEO of Cleanology, said: “I am overwhelmed by the support we have received from across the FM industry. Now in…
On Tuesday 12th November, Southside Shopping Centre is marking Purple Tuesday by helping to raise awareness of sensory and accessibility issues. Purple Tuesday is an annual initiative which looks to improve the customer experience for disabled people and their families year-round. Participating organisations must make a commitment to greater inclusion and accessibility, to ensure a positive experience for all visitors. To celebrate the date, visitors are invited to take part in Baked Bean Zumba – the organisation is an adult disability group who help those with learning disabilities maximise their lives. The Baked Bean Charity will be running a dance show…
Tuggs, an insect-based fresh dog food brand, are Europe’s first to formulate freshly cooked pet food with insect protein. The ‘ruffolutionary’ brand launched in late 2022, following founder Harry Bremner’s – who has been named in Forbes 30 under 30 – desire to counter the unsustainable and unhealthy nature of the dog food market. While other dog food brands on the market have explored insect-based recipes, Tuggs is Europe’s first to formulate freshly cooked pet food with insect protein. Insects are deemed to have 4% of the carbon footprint of beef, use 95% less land and 94% less water than…
Entries are now open for Workspace Design Shows first ever ‘Workspace Wellbeing Hero’ which celebrates champions of kindness and resilience Workspace Design Show (26 – 27 February 2025, BDC, London) is proud to announce the launch of the “Workspace Wellbeing Hero” initiative, recognising and celebrating exceptional individuals in the workspace design industry who go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of others through acts of kindness and resilience in their work environments. This initiative shines a spotlight on those who make a tangible difference in workplace culture through selflessness, compassion, and perseverance. The Workspace Wellbeing Hero initiative honours individuals…
Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of ergonomic furniture products, presented ‘Connected’ at this year’s Orgatec (22-25 October). ‘Connected’ reveals a world where workspace, design, ergonomic wellness, and environmental impact are intricately interwoven – shaping individual experiences and the global ecosystem. At the Koelnmesse trade fair in Cologne, Humanscale presented a range of ergonomic and well-being workplace products through two key concepts; “Ergonomics Everywhere,” which promotes ergonomic well-being beyond the traditional office setting, and “Planet Positive,” which advocates for a reimagined supply chain that equally prioritises the needs of the environment and people. Ergonomics Everywhere The traditional office is…
British luxury hamper supplier, Regency Hampers has tried to imagine what a treat hamper would look like through the decades. Imagine finding nostalgic treats such as Aztec bars, Cadbury’s Cheesy Criss Cross and the loveable wafer, Banjo. Largely thanks to TikTok and Reddit, the bygone decades are capturing more and more of Gen Z’s imagination. It all suddenly seems so cool and carefree. Be it the 70s with flared trousers and disco beats, the 80s with neon leg warmers, big hair and iconic New Wave pop anthems, or the 90s with flip phones, tamagotchis and bright tracksuits, there is an…
The ultimate festive hideaway is coming to London this Christmas, as world-class chocolatier Pierre Marcolini is popping up its hot chocolate cart within internationally loved hotel Pan Pacific London from Wednesday 13th November. Luxury meets excellence with a bespoke chocolate inspired drinks menu created by the chocolate master himself Pierre Marcolini, for hotel guests and dwellers to enjoy in the lobby of one of London’s most iconic hotels. Pan Pacific London exudes a sense of comfort and tranquillity, set to bring an extra layer of cosiness this year with Pierre Marcolini’s cart serving up expertly crafted drinks encompassing high quality pure chocolate…