The Holiday Inn Bristol Filton is set to re-open in Oct following a multi-million-pound refurbishment to all areas of the hotel. The Holiday Inn Bristol Filton will welcome back guests to showcase huge upgrades to the public spaces, 211 bedrooms, fitness and leisure facilities and 18 meeting rooms. The hotel has unveiled a first look ‘sneak peek’ at the new Open Lobby including a stylish new full-service bar & restaurant and a comfortable lounge area serving Starbucks. Guests will find a thoughtfully designed multi-faceted space to eat, drink, work, relax or socialise with a wide range of seating options, versatile menu and handy plug points. Margaret Coffey, General Manager for…
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Charity report says children in hospital experiencing deprivation more likely to experience trauma and PTSD Trauma and mental health problems are a real threat to children in hospital denied opportunities to play, according to a new report by health play charity Starlight. In Prioritising Play in Healthcare in Areas of Deprivation, published to mark Play in Healthcare Week (14-18 October), Starlight reveals that a lack of play in healthcare settings disproportionately impacts children experiencing deprivation, with higher rates of hospitalisation among this group. Starlight’s report states that out of the 2.6 million children’s hospital admissions and attendances in London per year,…
People view women’s and men’s professional success differently when organizations commit to gender equality initiatives, finds new research by WZB Berlin Social Science Center and the University of Cologne. The study, conducted by ISS researcher Paula Protsch together with Lena Hipp and Kristin Kelley, investigated whether or not corporate values such as equal opportunities or women’s advancement, changed how people view women’s and men’s success. The results show that when companies value women’s advancement or equal opportunities, women’s success is less likely to be judged as fair or attributed to intelligence and effort than when companies emphasize performance and uniform…
Buying a house is a big decision, and can be a very stressful process. From making an offer, to encountering unexpected challenges, there are many areas that require careful consideration before parting with hundreds of thousands of pounds or taking on the responsibility of a mortgage. While it may sound unusual, an expert is now advising that taking a builder with you for a second or third viewing can be a highly effective way to save money and take some stress out of the house-buying process. Using a builder’s expertise when looking at a potential new home could, potentially, save…
For motorbiking enthusiasts, planning out a road trip is often top of their holiday agenda. For example, Google searches for ‘best motorbike trips in Europe’ have risen by 400% year-on-year. When travelling abroad on a motorbike there are several things that you must take into consideration, depending on the country that you are travelling to. While the UK has particular rules, these differ depending on the country you travel to. For instance, the age that you can ride a motorbike of different engine sizes may differ depending on the country. Specialist motorbike insurance broker, Devitt, a Gallagher company, has compiled a…
As a young black woman of dual heritage growing up in an ex-mining town, Shani Newbold was no stranger to discrimination. But she used it to drive her mission to champion social justice, human rights and equality issues which resulted in a seven-figure business. Here’s her story. People often recall an experience in childhood being the catalyst for the path they end up going down in life, and I’m no different. At school in the East Midlands aged ten, I told my teacher that I wanted to be a human rights lawyer. He told me the local factory was a…
ONYX Hospitality Group, Thailand’s premier hospitality management company specialising in the management of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, warmly invites guests to celebrate the 2024 holiday season with its Make Your Moments Merry special offers. Guests can enjoy exceptional discounts of up to 30% on unforgettable stays across its four distinctive brands: Amari, OZO, Shama, and Oriental Residence, each offering unique experiences that perfectly capture the festive spirit. Travellers can enjoy exclusive discounts of up to 20% off on public rates, with an additional 10% discount for ONYX Rewards members, making it the perfect time to plan a holiday escape.…
Leading West London law firm Berris Law LLP has been ranked in the Legal 500 UK 2025 Guide for its criminal practice. Ranked for General Crime, the firm has been recognised for its leadership and legal prowess when representing clients charged with a multitude of crimes including drug offences, murder, and terrorism. The crime team at Berris Law is renowned for being run by two of the most experienced and respected defence lawyers in London: Seema Dosaj and Julian Hayes. At the vanguard of defending legal aid over the years, they put client care before remuneration and campaign for a…
ONYX Hospitality Group, Thailand’s leading hospitality management company specialising in the management of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, is excited to announce the launch of its festive campaign for the 2024 holiday season, Make Your Moments Merry, designed to create cherished memories for guests across the four diverse brands: Amari, OZO, Shama, and Oriental Residence. With the goal of boosting demand for the upcoming festive period, The Make Your Moments Merry campaign features up to 20% off public rates, with an additional 10% discount exclusively for ONYX Rewards members. The promotion, targeting long haul, regional and local markets, is available for booking now…
Aldridge Security, the UK and Ireland’s largest security and locking product wholesaler, has overhauled its operations after implementing Forterro’s ERP and Warehouse Management Solution, Orderwise. The implementation enabled Aldridge Security to boost productivity and efficiency, resulting in significant upturns in e-commerce, customer service and inventory management. Aldridge Security works with organisations such as locksmiths, architectural ironmongers, builders merchants and DIY shops, offering more than 25,000 different products from its Birmingham and Manchester branches. It is a supporter of independent businesses, with a pledge not to supply large DIY chains, but was facing the evolving demands of a market seeking faster and…