01/05/2020 Michelin has issued guidance for motorists whose vehicles have been parked for extended periods during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brian Porteous, Michelin’s Technical Manager, says some simple actions taken now can help to ensure vehicles can be quickly put back into use in the future, without the need to replace tyres unnecessarily. He said: “Tyres can be damaged if certain precautions are […]
Royal Crown Derby ‘Make a Mug, Make a Difference’ campaign gives youngsters the chance to use artistic skills to support the NHS
20/04/2020 A competition has been launched by Royal Crown Derby to encourage young people to use their artistic skills to celebrate the NHS – and leave a lasting legacy of the vital role of healthcare professionals in these unprecedented times. The company has created the ‘Make a Mug, Make a Difference’ competition, which will see […]
Innsbruck’s sights and culture just a click away
14/04/2020 COVID-19 has put a pause on travel to date but, if Innsbruck is one of your must-dos for 2020, then the latest technology is in place to bring the stunning destination in a digital format to you, in the comfort of your own home. Innsbruck Virtual Reality makes it possible to take a personalised […]
Builders’ merchants unite to provide vital equipment to the healthcare sector
10/04/2020 Builders’ merchants across the UK are joining forces to deliver much-needed personal protective equipment to NHS staff. With intense supply chain pressures affecting the ability of healthcare professionals to source the equipment, national trade body the Builders Merchants Federation is co-ordinating a response across its membership They are appealing for merchants to donate visors […]
Shepherd PR is open and fully operational
08/04/2020 We are running the office at a reduced capacity, but with staff operating as normal through home offices. The best contact at the moment is via email, info@shepherd-pr.com
North West business figurehead to retire from trade body role
19/02/2020 A North West business figurehead, who has carved out an inspirational career in the building industry, is set to retire from a key industry trade body. Peter Hindle MBE is retiring as Chairman of the Builders Merchants Federation at the end of March, after six successful years in the role. During his tenure as […]
Degree apprenticeship puts advanced materials on the map
13/02/2020 A new degree apprenticeship will help open-up opportunities for trainees in materials science across the UK. After two years in development, the Materials Science Technologist (Level 6) Degree Apprenticeship is now approved and ready for delivery. The national programme, which provides a bachelor’s degree qualification and extensive workplace experience, has been approved by the […]
Michelin Development relaunched to support jobs growth
06/02/2020 Michelin is relaunching a scheme which will help create hundreds of jobs in Dundee and Angus. Michelin Development will provide funding and advice to firms with the potential to expand – providing high-quality, long-term employment. The news comes as civic and business leaders from across the region attend an event today to learn more […]
Job Alert: PR Apprentice
14/02/2020 We are looking for a PR Apprentice to join the team at our office in the Staffordshire Peak District! This is an opportunity to learn the basics of our industry. We’ve been running our apprenticeship scheme since 2013 and are looking forward to giving a keen and motivated trainee their first step on the […]
Appeal to business community to change children’s lives in 2020
16/01/2020 A charity that transforms young people’s lives across Stoke-on-Trent is urging the city’s business community to help support its activities for 2020. The Hubb is issuing a New Year’s appeal to organisations to back its flagship project, ‘Ay Up Duck.’ Launched in February 2019, the project has gone from strength-to-strength across the city, making […]