Prime Minister Keir Starmer has secured substantial new investments from Australian firms, totalling over £1 billion, as he continues his push to strengthen the British economy and attract foreign investment. The announcement came during Starmer’s historic visit to Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, marking the first time a sitting UK Prime Minister has visited a Pacific Island nation. Among the latest commitments, Australian superannuation fund Aware Super has partnered with British property firm Delancey Real Estate to inject up to £1 billion into UK property. This initial investment will focus on high-value central London offices, where environmental…
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Certus Construction Named Finalist in Wakefield Business Awards Certus Construction Services, based in Wakefield, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Wakefield Business Awards for the Collaboration of the Year category. This recognition highlights the company’s partnership with Wakefield and District Housing (WDH), where Certus has been a key supplier in delivering social housing services across the region. Certus Construction’s ongoing collaboration with WDH has resulted in the successful refurbishment of more than 40 vacant properties, now providing homes for families within the district. The partnership has also contributed to local employment through the creation of new jobs, including…
Hull Trains Supports National Adoption Week Through New Partnership Hull Trains is marking National Adoption Week by partnering with adoption campaign You Can Adopt, aiming to raise awareness of adoption in the UK. As part of the collaboration, Hull Trains invited adoptive parents Andy and Luke Merriman, along with their adopted twins Savannah and Theo, to share their personal story in a video recorded on board one of its services. Andy and Luke, who adopted the twins in 2021, travelled to Doncaster with their children and the twins’ former foster parents, who have remained close with the family. In the…
Research commissioned by UK education charity Let Me Know (LMK) has highlighted a significant lack of awareness among managers and employees about upcoming changes to the Equality Act aimed at preventing workplace sexual harassment. The law, effective from 26th October, mandates that employers proactively prevent sexual harassment, regardless of whether incidents have been reported. The findings reveal that nearly a third (29%) of senior managers and 41% of middle managers report hearing “nothing or very little” about the new legislation. Additionally, over half (51%) of employees surveyed indicated they are either unaware of the changes or know little about them,…
Sunwoda Energy has been named in the prestigious Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) Energy Storage Tier 1 List for the fourth quarter of 2024, an industry benchmark for innovation and reliability. The BNEF Tier 1 list is a respected index that highlights the most trustworthy energy storage companies worldwide based on criteria including product reliability, market reach, financial stability, and operational success. Sunwoda’s inclusion this quarter reflects the company’s continued growth and robust industry presence as a global energy storage provider. A Complete Energy Storage Provider Founded as part of the broader Sunwoda Group, Sunwoda Energy has over 30 years…
Swiss luxury watchmaker HUBLOT has unveiled its latest collaboration with renowned Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami, introducing the MP-15 Takashi Murakami Tourbillon Sapphire Rainbow. This limited-edition timepiece, of which only 20 will be produced, blends cutting-edge watchmaking with Murakami’s signature artistic flair, reimagining his iconic “smiling flower” motif as a sapphire sculpture adorned with vibrant gemstones. Murakami, a celebrated figure in contemporary art, is known for his creation of the “Superflat” movement, which merges high art and commercial culture by blending traditional Japanese art with modern themes. His smiling flower design, instantly recognisable and often seen across various forms of…
Cordoniq, a secure enterprise video collaboration platform, has released a new report titled “Future of Collaborative Work 2025: Balancing the New Era of Workforce Expectations and Technological Advancements.” The report provides a comprehensive analysis of how emerging trends, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and remote work, are reshaping the future of work. It also outlines strategies for organisations to navigate these changes and create effective, forward-thinking work environments. Cordoniq, recognised as a leader in the future of work, recently won the prestigious Future of Work Product of the Year Award, taking its 2024 awards tally to seven. In addition, the…
In a notable turnaround, applications to graduate business school programmes increased by 12% from 2023 to 2024, according to an annual survey by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). This rise marks a significant departure from the declines observed in the previous two years, following a brief boost during the pandemic in 2020-2021. The uptick in applications appears to correlate with business programmes providing more financial assistance to incoming students. GMAC’s perennial survey highlights cost as a persistent barrier to pursuing advanced management degrees, making the increased support a crucial factor in the renewed interest. A detailed analysis reveals that…
Canva, the globally popular visual communication platform, has announced a remarkable milestone as its annual revenue soars to $2.5 billion, supported by a burgeoning user base that now exceeds 200 million active users worldwide. This growth marks an increase of over 115 million users in just two years, highlighting the platform’s expanding influence in workplaces globally. In an effort to enhance creativity and collaboration, Canva has launched several innovative features, including the new generative AI tool, Dream Lab, powered by Leonardo.Ai. This advanced tool allows users to generate dynamic images, illustrations, and 3D renders from simple text descriptions, offering a…
As Movember approaches, experts from Meditopia, a comprehensive mental health solution provider, are highlighting five practical ways men can enhance their mental wellbeing during this pivotal month. Movember, an annual campaign aimed at raising awareness of men’s health issues, including mental health and suicide prevention, encourages positive actions to support men’s overall wellbeing. With the NHS reporting that one in four adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition, and over 1.8 million individuals currently on waiting lists for mental health services, the need for proactive measures has never been more critical. While growing moustaches often symbolises the campaign, the focus…