Commsave Credit Union has been recognised as a leading fundraiser in the 2025 Franklins £50 Challenge, raising more than £3,000 for The Air Ambulance Service – and earning the title of Runner-Up Overall as well as Fearless Fundraisers. The Franklins £50 Challenge is an annual community initiative run by Franklins Solicitors LLP that encourages businesses and community groups to turn an initial £50 into as much as possible for local good causes.

A brand-new bimonthly series of hands-on creative events has launched at Northampton’s Vulcan Works. The popular town centre workspace launched its first ever Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works event last night, hosted by podcaster and voice actor Andrew Bond. The practical workshop explored the complex connection between mental health and creativity and looked at the emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany creative work.

A team of Telford lawyers are set to tackle this year’s Severn Hospice Dragon Boat race to raise thousands of pounds for the much-loved hospice. Eighteen solicitors and support staff from mfg Solicitors will go head-to-head against over 50 other teams on Sunday 20 July in front of thousands of spectators on the River Severn as they race between the Pengwern and Shrewsbury School Boat Clubs.

A leading recruitment company have joined a vibrant city centre business community marking an exciting new chapter of growth, collaboration and opportunity in the heart of the city. Hays UK&I, leading specialist in workforce solutions and recruitment- who have been operating in Stoke-on-Trent for more than 20 years - were previously based at Church House, but have now relocated to Smithfield Works, in Hanley where 11 staff will be based.

A leading HR voice from SOCOTEC UK and Ireland recently spoke at the 2025 Global Annual Conference (GAC), organised by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Lisa Massey, HR Director at SOCOTEC UK and Ireland, and member of the BCC’s Employment Expert Panel, sat on the, ‘Boosting access to an employable workforce’, panel at the 2025 edition of the GAC, held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London on 26th June 2025.

The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG), two of Birmingham’s leading arts organisations, are performing a landmark series of concerts together across Japan this summer. The collaboration embodies Birmingham’s commitment to artistic excellence and the city’s position as an artistic leader on the world stage. The CBSO’s tour runs from June 28 – July 6th, 2025, with eight concerts scheduled in key cities including Ngoya, Hyogo, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Kyoto and Yokohama.

Law firm mfg Solicitors and property specialists Fisher German co-hosted a drinks reception at the 2025 Royal Three Counties Show. Over 100 people attended the event at Malvern’s Three Counties Showground as part of the annual three-day showpiece which celebrates rural life, agriculture, business and the community. Guests from across the farming, property and rural business sectors were treated to drinks and canapes, overlooking the 90-acre showground and the Malvern Hills.

Businesses can benefit from free education on the UK’s new digital tax system from a team of award-winning accountants. Elsby & Co has invited more than 70 of its existing clients to a series of in-person Making Tax Digital seminars in July and it may also run a free webinar on the topic for prospective clients. Making Tax Digital is being introduced in stages and will ultimately make it compulsory for all businesses to use HMRC-approved accounting software to keep tax records, submit tax data and make payments.

Professional services firm KPMG UK has relocated its Nottingham-based team to a new office in the heart of the city centre, with immediate effect. The move, to fully refurbished 8,000 sq ft premises on the 7th floor of EastWest building on Tollhouse Hill, forms part of KPMG’s long-term regional growth strategy and ongoing commitment to expand in the East Midlands.

Derby-based PKF Infuse has made the Channel Futures annual MSP 501 list for the second year in a row, ranking in the top three for Managed Service Providers in the East Midlands. The accolade follows another year of substantial growth for PKF Infuse, which has grown by 22% year-on-year since 2020. Previously, PKF was ranked 266th worldwide, and seventh in the UK in 2024.

A leading UK-based vegetation management and landscaping contractor is helping to put arboriculture back on the map again by joining forces with Moulton College to become its first Ambassador. Kev Garfield, head of business support at VMS Ltd was presented the accolade during the Student Awards held at Moulton College on Wednesday 18th June, where 27 students were recognised for outstanding achievement.

When it comes to planning a holiday, pet care is often one of the biggest sources of stress for owners. A recent travel survey* by selfcatering.co.uk found that 80% of UK dog owners admit to experiencing acute feelings of guilt when going on holiday without their pets, so much so that 37% of families even change their holiday plans so they can now travel with their dogs.

Carmarthenshire, Wales – An urgent appeal has been launched for volunteers to help care for more than 100 animals at a local animal sanctuary after its founder was taken seriously ill. Jane Baker, the dedicated owner of Starfield Sanctuary in Carmarthenshire, has suffered a heart attack and is currently recovering in hospital. With more than 106 rescued animals in her care, the sanctuary is now in urgent need of support from volunteers to ensure the welfare of the animals during her absence.

de Novo Solutions, a leading digital transformation company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of 16-year-old racing sensation Daniella Sutton for the 2025 motorsport season. As Daniella prepares to compete in the FIA-certified Formula 4 British Championship—a critical step on her path toward Formula 1—this partnership reflects de Novo's commitment to backing exceptional talent who embody the company's core values.

Charities and social enterprises in Coventry and Warwickshire that provide supported housing for vulnerable people can now access up to £2 million—or more, if there is demonstrable need for additional funding—in flexible, long-term social investment through Social and Sustainable Capital’s (SASC) Social and Sustainable Housing Fund II (SASH II). Data from the government’s annual ‘Rough sleeping snapshot’ in England…

A luxury holiday park tucked away in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes is set to unveil the splendour of its 120-acre estate for a charitable cause. Maes Mynan Park, situated in the peaceful village of Afonwen near Caerwys in Flintshire, will welcome visitors on Saturday, July 12 as part of the National Open Garden Scheme (NGS)—an initiative that has raised millions of pounds for nursing and health charities over the years.

An entrepreneur has shared his advice on the best countries to focus on if you want to make the most of a tech investment. British businessman and investor James Disney-May, who works with a range of technology companies across the UK, Europe and the US, believes the West still offers many of the best opportunities for investment in innovation.

The number of emergency workers experiencing suicidal thoughts has surged to “crisis” levels, with new figures revealing a 150% increase in those seeking help due to financial pressures alone. Exclusive data from the Laura Hyde Foundation (LHF), one of the UK’s leading healthcare mental health charities, shows emergency service workers contacted them 11,654 times in 2024, an average of more than…

The number of emergency workers experiencing suicidal thoughts has surged to “crisis” levels, with new figures revealing a 150% increase in those seeking help due to financial pressures alone. Exclusive data from the Laura Hyde Foundation (LHF), one of the UK’s leading healthcare mental health charities, shows emergency service workers contacted them 11,654 times in 2024, an average of more than…

One of the UK’s most compelling and enduring rock and soul artists, Andrew Roachford MBE, has been announced as the headline act at this year’s Child of Wales Awards. With ten studio albums to his name and songwriting credits for legends including Michael Jackson and Chaka Khan, Roachford’s musical legacy continues to grow. In 2025, Roachford is doing what he loves most - performing live.

Aqua Park, which has opened its latest site at Cosmeston Lakes on an eight-week trial basis, is celebrating a milestone of training more than 100 local young people as qualified lifeguards in the past five years, highlighting a positive community impact. 112 lifeguards trained: Cardiff and Cosmeston Lakes Aqua Park has equipped more than 100 individuals with Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) UK Open Water Lifeguard qualifications over the past five years.*

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When it comes to woodworking, the choice of fasteners can make or break the strength and integrity of the project. Among the many types of fixings available, screws stand out as the go-to option for holding pieces of wood together. Whether you're crafting furniture, building a shelf, or assembling a wooden frame, screws are indispensable for achieving both structural strength and a clean, professional finish.

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