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- What are your rights as a blue badge holder? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2019 from Caitlin PurvisFor a disabled driver, a Blue Badge can be incredibly useful. With it, you can park closer to destinations if you are the driver or passenger in the car, and three years cover costs only £10 from your local council. If you receive a mobility allowance, you could be automatically eligible — but ...
Views: 579 - The Top 5 Most Influential British Olympic Skiers - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe next Winter Olympic Games is now only one year away. In February 2022, athletes from Team GB will take part in a series of challenging sporting events in Beijing, with the hope that they’ll be walking (or skiing) away with a coveted gold medal. In 2018, chef de mission Mike Hay said the ...
Views: 576 - Caring for the elderly this Winter - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2020 from Caitlin Purvis2020 has been a tough year for everyone but especially for the elderly. As they are more susceptible to COVID-19, most of them have been shielding and cooped up in their homes for most of the year. 20,000 more people aged over 65 die in winter months than any other times of the year, and this ...
Views: 570 - How much more diverse do magazines need to become? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisBody confidence is a topic that attracted a lot of attention last year. With more time spent on social media, the focus on celebrities continues to grow. We’re constantly exposed to those in the limelight, whether it’s through the media we consume or scrolling through our smartphones day in and ...
Views: 568 - Fighting Lockdown Skin: The Best and Worst Foods for Skin - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisFoods to eat Essential fatty acids Essential fatty acids such as omega-3s and omega-6s are the building blocks of healthy cell membranes. They also produce the skin's natural oil barrier, which is crucial in keeping skin hydrated, plump, and looking youthful. Fatty fish like salmon, ...
Views: 567 - Build the Future: Why Apprentices Want Sustainable Employers - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisJobseekers will look for many attributes in a company when deciding to apply for a role. A strong environmental ethos is quickly becoming one core value that employees seek the most. Sustainability and social responsibility are tied closely with the younger generation of workers. Some reports ...
Views: 565 - COVID-19 and the Impact on Dog Walking - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisCOVID-19 has impacted all our lives and does not just stop at our lives, but it also affects our pet’s. We were still able to walk our dogs during lockdown; it was one of the only times we could go out! But, now with restrictions lifting and more people allowed out, there are set things we need ...
Views: 565 - Most Popular Items Businesses Can Customise and Sell - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThanks to an endless stream of products on the market, consumers have started to crave a personal experience when buying from their favourite brands. In 2019, the personalisation market was estimated to be worth £1 billion in the UK, with consumers able to personalise everything from chocolate ...
Views: 564 - Why 30 Isn’t Too Old to Start an Apprenticeship - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisIn the UK, and the world in general, many people feel as though they are stuck in a job or career path that they don’t enjoy. Often, you may fall into a trap of believing that you have to stick with your first career choice. Challenging this idea and changing your direction in your career can ...
Views: 562 - The Hidden Dental Dangers Of Lockdown - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives immeasurably. With stay at home orders in place for much of the past year, we’ve been confined to our homes, only able to go out for daily exercise, essential shopping, and work for some. During the first national lockdown in March 2020, many of ...
Views: 557 - Remember You’re Fabulous: Our Confidence-Boosting Tips - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIt’s clear that we’re experiencing a confidence crisis. But we really shouldn’t be. Everyone is fabulous in their own way, and we want every woman to know that. That’s why we’ve rounded up our best tips for adding confidence-building activities into your wellbeing routine. Take inspiration ...
Views: 554 - Keeping the Cost of Vital Dental Care Down - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisDental care is something we all know is important. While you might be brushing and flossing religiously, do you get your dental check-ups regularly enough? Or, like a third of adults, do you avoid dentist appointments because they’re too expensive? Many of us put off dentist appointments ...
Views: 553 - Looking after yourself post pregnancy… - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisWondering what happens immediately after birth, when to expect your period to return and whether it will be different to pre-pregnancy isn’t uncommon. Research suggests that mums-to-be have questions regarding changes to their body post-pregnancy. Trying to define what ‘normal’ is after ...
Views: 553 - Top 5 Creative Ways to Recognise and Reward Employees - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThis year has been no easy ride for businesses and the individuals within them. Since the pandemic forced a lot of us to work remotely, finding the motivation to persist with our everyday tasks has been a challenge. It is now more important than ever that employers recognise and reward their ...
Views: 553 - 3 Life Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a House - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe decision to buy a house is one of the biggest you'll make in your life. But whether you're looking for your first house or forever home, you must test the impact it will have on your life. From the cost, location, and life direction, you need to check that you're ready for the big move. ...
Views: 552 - Power in People: Human Capital Will Determine Tech Success - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisAccording to the Economist, one of the most significant outcomes of the pandemic will be “the infusion of data-enabled services into ever more aspects of life.” We were already expecting a transition to digital transformation thanks to technological advancement, dubbed the “fourth industrial ...
Views: 552 - Britain’s Biggest Shoe-fluencers - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisLong gone are the days in which the fashion industry was controlled by magazine editors and their weekly ‘hot or not’ column. Arrive at a catwalk in 2020 and while you’ll still have the mix of journalists and stylists that have always been there, but there’s a new kid on the block—the ...
Views: 549 - 3 Fatalities That Could Have Been Prevented - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe life expectancy of high-income countries is increasing ¬as people are living significantly longer. In 1950, the global life expectancy of the population was only 46, whereas in 2015 it skyrocketed to over 71. However, over the last few decades across the world, people are still dying from ...
Views: 546 - The Lockdown Damage Most Are Turning a Blind Eye To - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIt goes without saying that the past 12 months have been like no other. Many of us have spent more time indoors than ever before, losing out on social and business activities outside the perimeters of our own homes. A lot of this indoor time has revolved around screens, whether that’s our ...
Views: 545 - Fake Tan Myths - BUSTED! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisBeauty comes in all shapes and sizes. Trial and error throughout our teenage years up until adulthood help us understand what accentuates our features and suits our skin type, and what we should avoid at all costs. We probably all have the hair-prickling memories of our beauty hacks back when we ...
Views: 544 - Avoidable Cases of Negligence that Caused Harm to Employees - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisWorrying about damaging our health at work should be the least of anyone’s problems. When going to a place of work, we should be guaranteed safety regardless of the situation. However, sometimes, in cases of negligence, employers can fail to properly protect their employees. Failure to carry out ...
Views: 543 - Cones and Co-workers: The Weirdest Things You've Woken Up With - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisOur beds are sacred places. They can help us to relax, recuperate our energy, and leave busy days behind us. But did you know that the average Brit spends 318 months of their life asleep in bed? This is about one-third of their life. And as life is full of the weird and wonderful, it’s ...
Views: 539 - Coronavirus: Implementing Long Term Remote Working - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisCovid-19 has certainly revolutionised the working world. Like World War Two revolutionised the workplace by empowering women, Covid-19 could cause a permanent shift towards working from home. To curb the spread of the virus, governments across the world have imposed self-isolation rules, ...
Views: 539 - How Gardening Has Cured Our Lockdown Woes - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe garden has been the only escape for many during lockdown. With restrictions preventing access to public places, particularly for those who are shielding with pre-existing medical conditions, the British public have turned to their own homes to fulfil their essential needs—exercise, ...
Views: 539 - Why You Should Encourage Your Child to Swap an iPhone for a Skateboard - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisDue to recent events, children are currently being ‘trapped’ indoors by smartphones, tablets, videogames, and television. With the growing advancements of new electronic devices and the early age at which kids are now introduced to digital gadgets, it seems that playing outdoors or engaging with ...
Views: 539 - Are UK Workers Neglecting a Major Workplace Need - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIt has been a strange year for businesses and workplaces around the world. With the majority of us working from home for at least part of the year, workers have no doubt gained a new appreciation for a dedicated office space away from home – or, if nothing else, for the top-quality office chair ...
Views: 537 - The Impact of Social Media on Children: How To Strike A Balance - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisOne of the biggest issues with social media is the amount of time that it involves spent focusing on a screen. Many users have become aware of the impact that this can have on health. Known as ‘computer vision syndrome’, prolonged screen exposure can cause eye strain, headaches, and blurred ...
Views: 534 - Do Extreme Sports Require Extreme Fitness? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisThe world of extreme sports has always been somewhat of an unknown realm, a dark art if you will. Mystery and intrigue have surrounded the likes of downhill BMXing, snowboarding, and base-jumping – to name just a few. For most looking from the outside in, the questions of the past poised ...
Views: 531 - Career opportunities at Thomas Telford UTC - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisOn Tuesday 22nd September, two representatives from St. Modwen Homes were invited to a ‘We Want You’ employer event for pupils at Thomas Telford University Technical College. The virtual event was aimed at Year 11 and 13 students and gave them the opportunity to gain an insight into ...
Views: 528 - 5 Types of Investments That Will Help Fund Your SME - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisEntering a flash recession, with signals the UK economy is already on the recovery following the financial difficulties of the coronavirus pandemic, there’s never been a more important time to secure additional investment for SMEs to help continue growth for their business. Understanding how ...
Views: 527 - 5 Ways to Ensure a Hassle-Free House Clean - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisThere’s something so satisfying about a good, deep clean. Whether it’s descaling the bathtub to reveal its former porcelain glory or rejuvenating our living room carpets with the vacuum, those of us who enjoy a deep clean will have a few tips and tricks up our sleeves to help us through our ...
Views: 524 - Dog Adoption: Adopting Rescue Dogs Could Save Lives - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisThere have been plenty of difficult and emotional times over the last twelve months. The effects of COVID-19 are affecting everyone in some way and to some extent. One of the saddest revelations from lockdown was Dog’s Trust reporting a significant increase in people giving up their rescue dogs ...
Views: 524 - How much could work uniforms help staff save? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisMatching together work-appropriate outfits to wear Monday to Friday tends to be a rather stressful and expensive process for the most of us- let alone the investments we make for our weekend clothing attire too. Although having the freedom to choose what we want to wear at work every day is an ...
Views: 524 - Exclusions Apply: How Health Cash Plans Supplement Your NHS Healthcare - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIn the UK, we’re in the privileged position of having a free national health service. But not all of our healthcare is free. Prescriptions, dental appointments, and eyecare come at an additional cost. If we require unexpected dental treatment, for example, the cost can take us by ...
Views: 523(1 vote) - Female Empowerment: How Far Have We Come in Recent Years? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisHere in the UK, the past year has been difficult for everyone. However, some experts believe that women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. Amidst fears that the UK risks 'turning back the clock' on gender equality during the pandemic, we must remember how far female ...
Views: 523 - Defamation Slander & Libel: What’s the Difference & When Do They Become a Crime? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisWhen we hear the terms ‘slander’, ‘libel’, or ‘defamation’, we are quick to assume that all these words are interchangeable synonyms for each other. However, each word is a distinct legal term. It can take an individual years to build a good reputation for themselves, whether this is ...
Views: 519 - Should We Let Our Dogs Eat Vegan and Vegetarian Meals? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisWe all want the best for our furry friends, whether we’re buying them hypoallergenic dog food or a new collar that matches their personality. The topic of vegan and vegetarian meals for dogs has garnered attention lately, attracting Google search interest scores of up to 100 over the last year, ...
Views: 517 - Viral Rescue Dogs That We Love - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIt’s nice when you are scrolling through social media and you come across a video of a sweet dog. Then, you realise it’s a rescue dog and your heart breaks. Stories of dogs that have come through tough backgrounds to make it to amazing forever homes are some of the best videos on the ...
Views: 517 - Advancements within disability motoring – how far has it came? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisIn the UK today, around 20% of the population are registered disabled, with just under half of that figure wheelchair bound. The journeys that we make each and everyday are simply not possible for some of those people without assistance from someone else. Technological advances within the motor ...
Views: 515 - Trend Tracking: Fashion Forecasts and the Accuracy of Them - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIt’s no secret that the fashion industry is one of the fastest-changing markets the world has to offer. The latest clothing trends come and go, and keeping up to date with the next best thing is no easy task. From 70s-inspired punk to streetwear from the 2000s, many of us have jumped on board ...
Views: 514 - Female Empowerment: How Far Have We Come in Recent Years? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisHere in the UK, the past year has been difficult for everyone. However, some experts believe that women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. Amidst fears that the UK risks 'turning back the clock' on gender equality during the pandemic, we must remember how far female ...
Views: 511 - Is Digital Healthcare Here to Stay? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisIn some ways, it’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since the pandemic forced us into the first national lockdown. In other ways, it feels like it’s been much longer. One thing we know is that it has changed many of our habits. Online shopping rose by 50% within two months, while many ...
Views: 511 - Winter BBQ – Christmas Day on the Charcoal - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2020 from Caitlin Purvis‘That’s summer over for another year’, is undoubtedly one of the most homogenous, repeated phrases amongst Brits from August 10th onward. ‘That’s summer over for another year’, is undoubtedly one of the most homogenous, repeated phrases amongst Brits from August 10th onward. The typical, ...
Views: 511 - Why Safe Working Practises using bolting tools within the oil industry - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2020 from Caitlin PurvisIt goes without saying that the use of hydraulic and high-pressure equipment can provide risks in the working environment, especially within the oil industry. There are numerous of methods that are used to tighten, maintain and loosen bolts and connectors. Thankfully, there are number of ...
Views: 510 - Your Contraceptive Pill FAQ's - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisWhen it comes to contraception, there are so many options it can be difficult to know where to start. What's more, with so much speculation and different rumours surrounding contraceptive methods, it can often be tricky to find the facts and know which method is best suited to you. The pill, ...
Views: 504 - An Essential Guide to Wild Camping - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisCamping and caravanning is one of the most popular staycations in the UK. In fact, over 9 million trips were made to popular sites across the four nations in 2019, with that figure hopefully getting back to normal once restrictions are eased. But whilst these trips are made to official ...
Views: 500 - How SEN School Are Fighting Waste in Education - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe UK’s Government’s 2018 waste management strategy for England set out ambitious waste reduction and sustainability targets for many sectors. By 2020, it was expected that 50 per cent of household waste should be recycled. The results of these targets are yet to be published. However, evidence ...
Views: 499 - Adopt vs. Shop: Everything You Need To Know Before Getting A Pet - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisAccording to Google search volume data, from February to July of 2020, total searches for adopt a puppy were up 234%, buy a puppy up 230%, and dog rescue centres near me up 309%. When comparing July 2020 to July 2019, searches for kittens near me were up 662% and buy a puppy near me up 504%. ...
Views: 497 - How Connectivity Is Set to Transform Employee Experiences - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisThe correlation between employee satisfaction and customer experience is well-established. The happier your people are, the more committed and motivated they will be to go the extra mile for your customers. Leading businesses are implementing initiatives to improve employee satisfaction ...
Views: 496 - How Many Hours Do We Spend on These Household Chores? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisOur homes take a significant investment of time, and during 2020, it can be argued that most people have spent more time in their humble abodes than ever before. However, certain household tasks are completed more frequently than others, and some require an extra bit of our day to get done. One ...
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