Repton Prep School pupil wins prestigious national competition with graphic reimagining of classic novel
A TALENTED twelve-year-old has recreated her favourite book from a female perspective and won a national competition with her imaginative graphic novel. Harriet Maxfield Sloane, who attends Repton Prep School, reinterpreted Lord of the Flies with striking digital illustrations to win first prize in the contest organised by publishers Faber and the National Literacy Trust. […]
CEO Paul Capell appointed board chair of Promethean Particles
Nottingham-based Promethean Particles, a world-leader in the manufacture of industrial-scale, cost-effective metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Capell as its new board chair. Paul, an accomplished CEO, non-executive director and strategic advisor, brings with him vast experience of launching and scaling up businesses across a range of industries, including oil […]
MTMS extends its partnership with GTR to keep the UK’s busiest railway moving
By Simon Burch UK rail depot maintenance firm MTMS has been tasked with helping keep the UK’s busiest railway moving after it signed a new three-year contract with train operators Govia Thameslink Railway. The Midlands-based firm has maintained the equipment at depots serving GTR’s network for a number of years and the new contract has […]
Allestree Woodlands School gives girls a boost in science
A Derby secondary school says sciences are now just as popular for girls as boys thanks to successful efforts to attract more females into STEM (sciences technology engineering and maths) subjects. In fact, the sciences are proving popular across the board, with more than 30 students in A-Level classes for subjects such as chemistry and […]
Artist Millie has designs on growth after winning a Dragons’ Den-style competition
A Derby student who sells their original artwork to buyers worldwide has won a year’s business support from a Derby digital marketing firm after winning a Dragons’ Den-style pitching competition. Millie Crabtree, who operates an online brand called Sugaarloaf, beat off competition from a line-up of hopefuls in the Digital Impact Mentorship competition, which was […]
Derbyshire Calm in a Box founder urges businesses to help employees “reset” with innovative week-long ‘CALMFest’ raising funds for mental health charity Mind
A Derbyshire founder specialising in supporting business leaders through transformation has launched her innovative wellbeing festival for 2025. Sarah Markham, whose company Calm in a Box works with companies across the UK to help teams function better through consultancy, workshops and coaching, has opened up applications for her highly popular CALMFest in 2025. Now in […]
Sustainable Derbyshire company TDP shows its heart this Valentine’s Day after providing bright pink and lilac seating to iconic love locks project near Bakewell
A Derbyshire business making outdoor furniture from recycled plastic has shown love is in the air after providing vibrant pink and lilac seating at the heart of the iconic “love locker” project at Thornbridge Hall unveiled on Valentine’s Day. Kings Award winning company TDP has put its heart and soul into the community project which […]
Acres boss voices passion for National Apprenticeship Week after creating work opportunities for 100 young people
A Derbyshire business owner has marked National Apprenticeship Week by reporting his determination to keep improving life chances for young people, by offering valuable opportunities in the workplace as an alternative to costly university education. Luke Parker, managing director of Acres Engineering – which makes bespoke engineered products for a range of clients – takes […]
Young Manchester scientist says Lubrizol degree apprenticeship is “like a dream” as company advertises more roles during National Apprenticeship Week
A 22-year-old has marked National Apprenticeship Week this February by telling how his opportunity at Manchester science company Lubrizol is like a dream come true. Lennox Munjoma is a Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprentice at the company’s site in Blackley, giving him the opportunity to obtain a debt-free degree while also gaining valuable hands-on experience. Now […]
Derbyshire relationships expert Jenny Jarvis from Q Branch Consulting shines light on her own life – warts and all – in new book designed to help others
A Derbyshire relationships expert and business founder has penned a self-help book with a difference – she’s put herself on the therapist’s couch and written it about her own life. Q Branch Consulting co-founder Jenny Jarvis is launching her book: Life’s Just One Big Drama, on Valentine’s Day to highlight her aims in helping others […]