Author: Sarah Newton

Asterdale Primary School marks Anti-Bullying Week with kindness, colour and community spirit 

Children at Asterdale Primary School in Spondon celebrated this year’s Anti-Bullying Week in vibrant style, donning odd socks, bright yellow jumpers and their biggest smiles to promote kindness, individuality and inclusion.  Taking inspiration from the Anti-Bullying Alliance’s theme of “Power for Good,” the school, part of Odyssey Collaborative Trust, approached the week with a strong […]

Repurposed wetsuits and goggles help HUUB raise cash for city charities

Leading Derby sports manufacturer HUUB has given a helping hand to three city charities by donating unwanted goggles and repurposing wetsuits whose swimming days are over. The firm has stepped in to help safeguarding charity Safe and Sound, YMCA Derbyshire and the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre by reusing and recycling the items after collecting the […]

Pudsey brings joy to Derby schools during Children in Need visits

Schools across Odyssey Collaborative Trust in Derby enjoyed a memorable week as Pudsey, the iconic Children in Need mascot, visited several sites to help raise awareness and celebrate the charity’s national fundraising campaign. The visits were particularly meaningful as many of the Trust’s schools were also recognising Kindness Week and Anti-Bullying Week, creating a powerful opportunity to […]

Bemrose Primary pupils show their own style for Children in Need

Pupils from The Bemrose Primary School were invited to wear non-school uniform, Pudsey clothing, pyjamas or full fancy dress to raise money for Children in Need

PUPILS at a Derby school have taken the lead in fundraising, with school parliament representatives organising a fun and inclusive dress-up day to support Children in Need. During a recent meeting at The Bemrose Primary School, the representatives discussed how to support this year’s appeal and made sure the event would allow every child to take […]

We Did It! Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre charity WILL re-open in 2026

Supporters of the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre celebrate re-opening in 2026

 Leaders of the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre have announced the long-running charity in Skegness will open its doors in 2026 after a successful year of fundraising. The charity paused its holidays this year due to rising costs and embarked on a big fundraising campaign in order to re-open in 2026. Thanks to incredible efforts from […]

Barron McCann strengthens tech presence with acquisition of Retail247

Barron McCann acquires Retail247 to strengthen technology offering

East Midlands-based technology firm Barron McCann has acquired a majority stake in a specialist software company that counts Reiss, Crew Clothing and Mint Velvet among its clients. The deal sees Barron McCann take control of Retail247 – a fast-growing software business known for developing intelligent, cloud-based systems for retail and trade sectors. The debt-free acquisition […]

Bemrose pupils gain a real insight into life at Parliament

Pupils from The Bemrose School explored the country’s iconic political landmarks, including the House of Commons and the House of Lords - where they were greeted by Derby North MP, Catherine Atkinson

Pupils from a Derby school were given an insight into democracy in action during a visit to the Houses of Parliament – where they were greeted by Derby North MP, Catherine Atkinson. Twenty-one pupils from The Bemrose School, in Uttoxeter Road, travelled to London to explore the country’s iconic political landmarks, including the House of […]